Re: Kenya

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The entry or exit point for most overland trips in Africa and a favourite package safari destination - in many ways Kenya is East Africa. Even though a look at the map may reveal that many of the more evocative place names associated with the region lie in neighbouring countries - there is no doubt that Kenya with its compact tourist circuit, cheaper than Tanzania safaris and fine facilities should not be over looked as they so often are (amidst concerns over crime). With 'back in time' trips to lake Turkana in the north, amazing beaches/islands on the east (inc. the wonderful Lamu islands) and fine national parks / lakes all over the country - it's worth spending some time. Ignore anybody who tells you Kenya is too touristy - you simply need a little courage and to make the effort. Off the beaten track (if you have time) Kenya is amazing and quite safe.

* Highlights: Samburu NP in the north is highly rated since there is a good chance of see the 'big three' away from the plains and the road trip from the south takes in a diverse range of landscapes from lowlands, beautiful white highlands and stunning Mount Kenya. Some prefer the heavily touristed Kenyan extension to Tanzania's Serengeti, the Maasai Mara - which are an amazing example of iconic African plains and Africa's best value safari *. Best advice if you have the money is to visit a few national parks. Lamu is so relaxed it's almost falling over, a great add on even if you are going to Zanzibar. A trip to lake Turkana in the far north (as seen in 'The Constant Gardener') is worth the money and Lake Nakuru with it's millions of flamingos really makes a typical east African site.
* Lowlights: Nairobi, touristy package beach resorts, high rate of crime, poverty, clashing cultures, need for private transport when making national park trips and danger of mugging in the capital and some beach areas.

# Visa strategy: Many nationalities need a visa, available for about US$50 at the airport or border - make sure you have USD or Euro (which is now accepted widely) cash.

#Typical tourist trail: Three to seven day safari circuit taking in Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Mount Kenya and Samburu, then on to the coast for a few days

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Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 07/26/2010 06:18AM by intel775.

Thanks for the information..It will be really helpful for those who are thinking of visiting there..But wondering to know about the expense of traveling there?
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janefermatt Wrote:
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> Thanks for the information..It will be really
> helpful for those who are thinking of visiting
> there..But wondering to know about the expense of
> traveling there?
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> You can know more about villa by visiting location
> javea | villa calpe

Na ja, it's just some general Informations..!!? WHAT you are wondering about? YES! Kenya is expensive.., and 4 now I can't recognise why it isn't in Kenya - area!
By "good luck" (4 me not!) we, Germans could enter Kenya the last few month for just US$25, from Januar it goes back to US$50!!!
Any Park-Entry cost up to US$70 ... ! AND! what I think about: it doesn't suite a 3. world Country..!! To Dive /Snorkel /be on Water on Northcoast it has been raised the last few years trice!!! -4 WHAT!!????? -They ONLY! make Cash!

IF!!? the money would reach the Public =fine! BUT some VERY rhich "Authoritives" takes it ALL!!

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