What clothes to take to Kenya?
It is important due to the type of activities that we are going to carry out that we wear comfortable clothes, and a strong footwear that is comfortable at the same time. The jerseys are a piece of clothing to think about when packing, regardless of the time of year we travel, as some areas are quite cool. Protecting ourselves from the sun with glasses or a hat will not hurt at all. During the months of April, May and November, a raincoat and an umbrella will be very useful. In the coastal area, a swimsuit and beach clothes and shoes will be essential.
First aid kit and precautions for traveling to Kenya
Besides tablets malaria, recommended by the physician International Vaccine Center, it is advisable to think about certain medications that we need because of the diseases of the traveler, all those for stomach problems, antihistamines if you have any allergies, painkillers As aspirin or acetaminophen and antiseptics. We would appreciate taking the mosquito repellent, which is recommended to look for an extra strong version, since those who get used to our country of origin are usually not enough in the climates of the countries we visit. The sunscreen cream will avoid certain discomforts.
Hospitals
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs considers that only in the capital health is relatively good, therefore we advised that in case of any emergency, preferably we turn to the two major hospitals in the country, the Nairobi Hospital and the Aga Khan Hospital .
Electric appliances
It is advisable to carry an adapter so as not to have any displeasure when not being able to recharge our camera of photos or video for our safari.
Mobile phone in Kenya
Calls can be received through the roaming service provided by all telephone companies. The company must be called to activate that service. Upon arrival in the country, the service will be activated automatically by connecting to one of the existing networks: Safaricom or Celtel Kenya. In my case, I bought a safaricom card, which is quite cheap, since international calls from the mobile are also.
Driving style
As in all those that were British colonies, in Kenya you drive on the left. It is not advisable to drive there since the state of the roads is very bad, either because they are destroyed or because they are under construction, and vehicles drive off the road, through the center or invade the other lane if necessary, with In order to avoid bumps in the road. For the intrepid, it is very important to avoid the night on the road for safety. Sometimes, robbers dressed as policemen can stop us in order to rob us. Long distances at night are unthinkable in small vehicles, especially on the road that goes to Mombasa, because due to the port that has this city, is very busy by large trucks that transport goods. The area of the coast is somewhat safer.
Security
Although theft is something that is very badly seen in the country at the popular level and that Kenya is quite safe compared to other African countries, we must be very careful with our personal items and take certain precautions. We must carry backpacks or bags always in visible places. If we drive through the cities it is better to bring the windows up. Avoid walking at night and if we have the bad luck of being involved in a case of robbery with violence, never resist as probably nothing will happen. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises going to register at the Embassy of Spain upon arrival in the country.
Drugs
All drugs are illegal in Kenya, except miraa, which we can see is sold in all corners near the stations, since this outbreak of a plant of Somali origin, has amphetamine effects and is widely used by drivers. long-distance public transport. Marijuana (bhang) is obtained with relative ease, especially from the coastal area, but it is very persecuted and possession is punishable by up to 10 years in prison. In addition many traffickers extort travelers with real or false police.
