Kenya travel tips

Kenyans are generally warm and patient with tourists; a few Swahili greetings go a long way. Dress modestly in towns and at coastal religious sites.

• Money: ATMs in cities; notify your bank you are travelling; carry shillings for small purchases.
• Phones: Local eSIM or SIM for data; download maps and itinerary PDFs offline.
• Photos: Always ask people before close portraits; some communities expect a fee.
• Plastic: Many lodges reduce single-use plastic—bring a refillable bottle where filtration is available.