To add to all that, the land itself is some of the most gorgeous on the
planet and extremely varied. Symptoms of malaria include aches, chills, headaches and fever, and may
not appear until after your trip. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) strongly recommends
that visitors to Kenya & Tanzania take anti-malarial medication. Consult your doctor about taking additional
vaccinations for polio, typhoid, and hepatitis.CDC Website link: http://www.cdc.gov/travel/eafrica.htmWHO website link: [http://www.who.int/ith/countrylist07.html#107]CurrencyThe currency in Kenya
is the shilling. The air is clean, the scenery fantastic and the joys of getting
that close to nature is hard to describe. There are post offices in many towns,
and stamps are also sold in many shops in tourist lodges and hotels.Safe water to
drink.The quality of tap water can vary by destination. One American dollar equals approximately 80
shillings. There is normally little risk in the city of Nairobi and in the highlands
(above 2500 m) of Central, Eastern, Nyanza, Rift Valley and Western provinces. The cellular networks
in Kenya & Tanzania cover most large towns and tourist areas. Safari guests should limit
the amount of cash they carry and lock valuables in a hotel safe or other
secure place. Visit artist cooperatives to buy directly from artists. Although you can no longer
kill them, you can get mighty close to them to either photograph or just enjoy
watching them go about doing whatever it is they do. There are mountains, deserts, savanna's,
rivers, oceans and forests. Snakes do exist of course, but are rarely seen. Are there
any health precautions I should take?According to the World Health Organization, Malaria risk exists throughout
the year in the whole country. Click here for updated currency information.ATMs: ATMs are everywhere
in most cities.Tipping: Add 10% to the bill in nike tn restaurants, except where a service charge
has been included. There are two options for purchase: 1) In advance by applying through
your local Kenya and/or Tanzania embassy (allow 4-6 weeks). Some centers may close on Sundays
and public holidays. Visitors are advised to stay alert and use common sense. It is
best to drink bottled water.Safety issuesBasic precautions should be taken in all countries. and Canadian
citizens need a valid passport, visa, and proof of onward passage. Do not walk alone
in deserted areas at night. You will need a voltage converter, and plug adapter in
order to use U.S. In the midday heat, animals frequently retreat to the cool of
thick undergrowth, where they cannot be seen. Morning and afternoon game drives are usually not
affected. The Short rainy season and is only called "short" because of the duration not
the amount of rain. Treatment is widely available, recovery times are fast, and with basic
precautions, the risk of infection is minimal.Entry into KenyaU.S. If the sight of a gecko
sends you flying though, maybe a trip to Kenya/Tanzania is best avoided. You can only
contract malaria if you are bitten by an infected anopheles mosquito. There is also a
huge variety of bird life. Recommended prophylaxis: mefloquine. Make sure your insurer is aware of
the type of travel to be undertaken.Travel visaA tourist visa is required for entry into
both Kenya and Tanzania. The U.S. Travel insuranceIt is strongly recommended that all travelers are
individually insured. Just being there seems to do something to many a visitors soul.What about
bugs?There are insects of all varieties in Kenya/Tanzania and of course there are mosquitoes, mostly
on the Coast however, but nothing worse then you have seen anywhere else. Some of
the best handcrafts Zapatillas Puma of Kenya and other countries in Africa are sent to Nairobi. Note:
There have been problems with not receiving souvenirs shipped home, so I advise you carry
them home in your luggage.Voltage requirements in KenyaVoltage: 240 V; Plug G. Allow 30-45 minutes
in Nairobi, and about 10-20 minutes at the Tanzania border.Best time to view gameIn general,
the best times to see game are early morning and late afternoon. Even though they
are called the rainy season, there are still wonderful sunny days during that time. Another
benefit to morning and afternoon game drives is witnessing unforgettable sunrises and sunsets.Rainy seasonThere are
two rainy seasons - the "Long Rains" from mid-March to June, and the "Short Rains"
from mid-November to mid-December. You will not however, walk into huge swarms of killer bees
or step across acres of crunching bugs under your feet. Tip bellhops 20 KSh per
bag.Best items to shop for in KenyaShop for wood carvings of animals and people, sisal
baskets, Maasai and Kikuyu beadwork, hand-woven sarong fabric, soapstone, gourds, ebony carvings, batik wall hangings,
tanzanite gemstones, and malachite. We recommend getting a universal adapter and converter kit. It might
open up a huge downpour for an hour or so, but other than that you
will be fine. Each visa is $50 USD and is payable in cash only (bill
denominations must be $20 USD or less). Lock hotel rooms when you leave. Additionally, private
communication centers and cyber cafes in larger towns enable tourists to stay connected. Click here
for more information about electrical standards around the world.Robert Muhoho For more: www.landmarksafaris.com
Robert is a tour consultant in Kenya and has planned safaris for over 50,000 tourists
in the East African region. It is best to use insect repellent containing DEET (sprayed
on clothing and any exposed skin), to keep arms and legs covered as much as
possible, and to avoid the use of perfume, hairspray and other scented products that might
attract mosquitoes. The travel insurance should cover personal accident, medical expenses and repatriation, trip cancellation
and loss of personal effects. Tour guides are highly experienced in navigating each destination, but
visitors should always be aware of their surroundings, especially in any rural villages that may
be wary of foreigners. Anti-malarial medications are generally taken prior to your departure, during your
trip, and after you return home for periods determined by your doctor. Take extra care
of purses, bags and wallets in crowded places.MalariaMalaria is spread by mosquitoes, which bite mainly
at dusk and at night. In less-developed areas where many people live in poverty, crimes
of opportunity can occur, such as petty theft. There are lions, leopards, elephants, cape buffalo,
rhino, giraffe, gazelle and wart hogs, just to name a few, that are alive and
well and walking around in the game parks. By anyone.Internet access while on safariWhile communications
in remote camps will be limited, most major hotels and lodges offer Internet services as
well as international telephone and fax services. appliances. 2) Upon arrival in Kenya at the
airport (Nairobi) and Tanzania at the border. Consult a physician or travel clinic before your
trip so that he or she can prescribe the appropriate drugs. You can usually save
up to 20% on your tour by booking during these times.Why Kenya and/or TanzaniaHundreds of
thousands of people travel to Kenya and Tanzania every year just to see the animals.
He is a tour operations- major and involved in National tourism policy development in Kenya.Kindly
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