Kenya Country Quickfacts
Area: | 582,600 km² |
Capital: | Nairobi |
Country Code: | 254 |
Country Population: | 55,483,519 |
Credit Cards: | All major credit cards are accepted. A minor charge may be levied for usage |
Currency: | Kenyan shilling (KES) |
Departure Tax: | A tax of $40 (approximate) is applied to your airfare. Internal flights may apply a KES200 (approximately $2.50USD) per person. |
Drives on the: | Left |
Electricity: | 220 - 240 V (British configuration) |
Ethnic Groups: | 22% Kikuyu |
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Location: | Situated in East Africa on the equator. The Indian Ocean is to its south-east, it is bordered by Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, South Sudan to the north-west, Ethiopia to the north and Somalia to the north-east |
Official Language(s): | Kiswahili, English |
Religion: | Christian, Quakers, Muslim |
Time Zone: | EAT (UTC+3) |
Tipping: | Tipping is not mandatory in Kenya. Guides, drivers and hotel and restaurant staff should be tipped at your discretion. |
Kenya Travel Information
At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Kenya.
Learn about the history and culture of Kenya, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Kenya's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Kenya for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Kenya safaris today!
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