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On this page you will find the most frequently asked questions about safari trips to Kenya. Is your question not listed? Ask us, we are happy to help you!
There are indeed wild animals roaming the parks which are dangerous. However, as long as you stay in the car you pose no direct threat to them and the animals have little interest in you. Furthermore, the guide is experienced with the reactions of the animals. If an animal warns that it feels threatened, the car is immediately started to drive away. Getting out of the car for a picnic or a walk is only allowed in designated places.
The lodges in the parks are surrounded by fences and barbed wire so that large animals such as lions and elephants cannot enter. There are monkeys, they are very fond of food and are chased away from the restaurants. They pose no further threat. Furthermore, there are guards walking around during the night for your safety.
Although we are a small safari company with only one guide, Naftali (our guide) knows several other guides who can take over his work if necessary. So you are always assured of a good and trusted guide.
Kenya is also familiar with Corona and the necessary measures are therefore being taken. In January 2022, a face mask was mandatory outdoors, in public transport and in buildings and shops. The people adhere well to this. In January 2022, the percentage of positive tests was 5%. This was a much lower percentage than in the Netherlands at the same time.
See health.go.ke for more and current information about the coronavirus.
If you have to submit a negative corona test before the return journey, Mianti safaris will arrange a test appointment for you.
The better lodges have good mosquito nets. Your tent or room will also be treated with an anti-mosquito agent in the evening.
In the cheaper lodges and hotels the mosquito nets are often no longer closed. If you stay here, it is advisable to bring your own mosquito net.
The Kenyans themselves pay with their mobile phone, but this payment system (M-pesa) is not available to tourists. Credit cards allow you to pay just about anywhere, but cash is more convenient for smaller purchases and tips. In Kenya there are plenty of opportunities to get cash. For more information about paying in Kenya, see the website of Tiketi.
In Kenya there is a mains voltage of 240 V. You need an adapter with three rectangular points.
Tip: take an extension cord with several sockets with you and connect it to the adapter plug. Keep in mind that the electricity grid in Kenya is not very stable with regular power cuts.
Tip 2: do you definitely need power? Then take a power bank with you.
In general, the lodges have access to WiFi, but not always at all times of the day or in every room or tent. However, in most places there is a well-functioning 4G network.
Kenya is a safe country to travel. Just like in other countries, you have to be alert in the big cities. A large part of the population is very poor, wages are low and all westerners are thought to be rich. Therefore, never leave valuables in your room and do not wear flashy jewelry. Be careful with your camera when you walk on the street. Use an anti-theft strap or store the camera in a small, inconspicuous camera bag. Don’t forget that those cute monkeys can also be huge thieves!
Good travel insurance is recommended. There are good private clinics and hospitals spread across the country where you will receive expert help. Doctors and hospitals usually have to be paid directly or even in advance, so make sure you have access to your money at such times.
Most people have learned English in school and can therefore understand it well. However, not everyone has much experience in speaking and Kenyan English also differs from our British English in pronunciation. In addition, Swahili is spoken by almost everyone. ‘Jambo’ is the Swahili word to greet someone. In the lodges, English is the official language.
Yes, if you are happy with the service it is customary to tip. In many lodges there is a tip jar for the entire staff. This way you also thank the people who work for you behind the scenes. Remember that wages are low; many people can barely get by on their wages and tourists are rich in their eyes because they can afford to go on holiday.
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