Holidays in Kenya 2022 – prices, best beaches and hotels by the sea
For those who like to visit not the most popular places, but with a twist, consider a holiday in Kenya and find out how much the trip costs. What the reviews of the experienced say, find beaches for a great time and make a selection of the best hotels where you can stay with children or couples.
Kenya is not a leader among the countries receiving Russian tourists. But still thousands of people go there every year – and for good reason. It is necessary to know this country thoroughly, the basic details of travel through it to make the right choice and avoid mistakes. Some of the nuances of recreation planning and consider below.
Where to go to Kenya to rest?
Resorts of this state are clearly categorized according to the level of prestige, the most advanced travelers go to Mombasa. It has become a hub of luxury hotels, beaches and various institutions. If you want, you can always find relatively cheap accommodation, and all hotels are located along the coast – do not be afraid that some room is deep in the city.
A trip to Mombasa on their own is justified for lovers of lying on the sand, and for connoisseurs of the heritage of old times, and for those who would like to experience the nature of these places alive. In addition, the prices here are slightly higher than in other cities for tourist life.
Holidays in Kenya with children will be spent well if you visit the oceanarium and souvenir market, alcazar (a monument of the time of Portuguese colonization), national parks and nature reserves (the choice is great). A visit to Malindi reveals a highly developed tourism infrastructure and well-preserved cultural traditions.
Beach holidays in Malindi is quite accessible, there are a lot of proposals to go to sea on boats and boats. Nearby are ancient ruins, rain forests, a lot of interesting things to see and scuba diving. Reviews about holidays in Kenya and personal experience of visiting the state show that a visit to Lamu and Watamu opens this country from another unexpected angle. Fishermen and divers, lovers of leisurely walks through the woods and quiet streets go there.
Important: the locals are almost all Muslims, it’s worth considering when choosing clothing. We recommend wearing simple colors that won’t make you stand out in the crowd of locals. Of course, the famous products should not be taken with you, at least demonstratively.
Prices for holidays in Kenya
Now the planning of your vacation let’s find out how much money to take on a trip to Kenya, how much the flight will cost, which hotels in the first line is better to book, what kind of documents you need for the visa.
Flight tickets to Nairobi and Mombasa
When searching for cheap flights it is recommended to use Aviasales, as it searches among all airlines for low-cost flights in any direction.
A very important point – the cost of tickets to Kenya from Moscow. The flight to Nairobi on June 1 in economy class will cost one passenger at least 16000 rubles, and maximum – 25.4 thousand rubles (but it is the fastest flight). The flight will take off from Sheremetyevo, then in Dubai there will be a change to a Kenyan board, you can buy a seat for 16900.
A similar arrangement with a flight from Vnukovo will cost about 20000. The flight to Mombasa will cost at least 25000, and you can speed up your trip to the limit by paying 35 thousand. The reason is simple – an intermediate stop in the capital of Kenya is inevitable, and this increases the cost and lengthens the trip.
As in the previous case, the main routes are served by a combination of Qatari and African carriers. If you fly to Nairobi via Istanbul, you will have to pay about 25,000 rubles, and the flights of the Turkish carrier will take tourists to Mombasa for about 37,000 rubles.
Hotels in Kenya
Now let’s find the best places to stay in Kenya for a holiday near the sea and visit the sights, consider the best options in terms of accommodation costs and conditions.
We recommend looking for the best value deals on RoomGuru, the search engine searches among all hotel bases and shows where you can book a room at the lowest price.
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In Mombasa – although not on the list of the best hotels in Kenya 5 stars, but its three stars works out fully.
Shuttle services are available for a fee, and the hotel is located directly on the white sand-covered beach. In between swimming in the sea and in the pool, you can share your experiences via wi-fi. For a variety of breakfasts and infrastructure a single traveler from Russia will pay from 23.2 thousand rubles (if the trip will last a week).
- Sunrise Apartment Resort & Spa in Mombasa, in Nyali district, is no less attractive.
A modest hotel with very decent facilities. Rooms are well cleaned, polite staff is always ready to help, even if you have a dirty towel, they will easily replace it with one call from the room. You can stay there for 7 days for 28000 rub.
- Bayern Holiday Home in Kilifi is ready to open its doors for the same period of time for 16 thousand rubles, and vacationers have access to 630 square meters of living space.
The beach is a 4-minute walk from the house, equipped with six bedrooms, thoughtful infrastructure.As for the peace and quiet, the garden alone is worth your attention for the evening gatherings of the whole family.
- In Nairobi, the Wasini luxury hotel, decorated in a modern style, is worth a visit.
It takes 15 minutes to get to or from the airport. An improved single room with continental breakfast will cost tourists 36,000 rubles.
The best hotels in Kenya for recreation by resort towns:
The cost of food in stores and meals in cafes
It is impossible to know the cost of recreation in Kenya, if you do not pay attention to the cost of food in this country. You can have lunch or dinner at a cheap restaurant for about 230 rubles, and a visit to a mid-range place with a three-course meal for three will cost you 1300 rubles. Combination dinners at a place like McDonald’s will cost about 400 rubles.
Individual purchases of groceries in supermarkets will be more forgiving:
- 0.33 liters of water can be bought for 32 rubles,
- Up to 100 rubles are 400 grams of bread, or 1 liter of milk, or 1 kg of rice, tomatoes, potatoes, lettuce.
- Chicken eggs are sold in packs of 12 and cost just over 100 rubles, and a chicken breast is three times more expensive.
You can have a cup of cappuccino coffee for 84 rubles, beer (0,5 l locally produced) – 90 rubles. There are almost 500 restaurants in Nairobi, but only “Carnivore” is obligatory. It is there you can taste the meat of specially bred African animals – ostriches, camels and even crocodiles. But those who want to order the most common food can also visit this institution.
The fees for food in the capital’s supermarkets are naturally higher than in the outlying towns. However, still 95% of tourists do not leave the confines of Nairobi and the main resort areas of the country. You can buy cheese for $8.50/kg, and a variety of fruit in the same amount is $1 – $1.5. Alcoholic beverages, especially spirits, are very expensive and almost all locals cannot afford them. Even for tourists with a relatively good income, buying them can be burdensome.
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Transport prices
When vacationing in Kenya in 2022, public transport prices are 32 rubles, and a pass for a month is sold for 2600 rubles. The cab itself costs 200 rubles to get into a cab, and a 1-hour ride costs 130 rubles. Cab drivers charge 300 rubles/hour for waiting. A liter of gasoline costs about 75 rubles.
You can get to the hotel from the airport of Kenya by a free car near the exit or pre-book a transfer through Kiwitaxi, which is especially important after a long flight with tired children and large luggage. The cost of the trip from Mombasa airport to the center will be about 2000 rubles for 4 adult tourists. Other destinations we look at on our own.
You can rent a car in Kenya for every traveler, you can rent any car to your liking right at the airport. For example, a Toyota Auris will cost about 4,500 rubles for a day in Mombasa.
Visa to Kenya for Russians
A visa to Kenya for Russian citizens is always needed, you can get it by paying $50, the registration is done remotely or through official consular organizations.
Entry permit is valid for 90 days from the date of approval, the date of entry during this time does not affect anything.
It is obligatory to sign the application form in English.
Among the documents required for a visa is a passport and a personal photograph.
The entry of minors under the age of 16 is allowed without a visa fee. The diplomatic authorities decide within 48 hours, if you apply online, the answer (positive or negative) will come to the e-mail indicated in the application.
Will be let through the border only if accompanied by a visa is a passport valid for at least six months, confirmation of hotel reservation and tickets of return flights.
It is possible to travel to Rwanda and Uganda with a Kenyan visa, but the fee for a universal pass is about $100.
Best Beaches in Kenya
At the resort of Lamu do not count on an advanced beach vacation, there are no palm trees, one big pier with boats. A much better place to visit Shanza – the tides here, too, are very strong, but the bottom is covered with sand, not stones. The coastal strip looks nice. It is also worth visiting Mandu, especially since there are first-class hotels and interesting ruins of old towns nearby.
Those wishing to relax away from the main mass of tourists should visit Kilifi, where in addition to secluded beach corners attracts attention boating. It is also recommended to visit Bofa Beach.
Diani Beach is popular with swimmers all day long, the ebb and flow is not so typical for this place, but there is a problem: the gorgeous white sand is combined with the stone-covered bottom.
From Diani you can reach Galu beach, near the Blue Marlin Hotel, a place very attractive for a paradisiacal experience. On the outskirts of Mombasa, Nayali beach is better positioned than Bamburi beach.
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When is the best time to go on vacation?
Weather in Kenya by month must be taken into account. Even in this country of year-round summer has its subtleties and nuances. Night and day temperature in mainland Kenya ranges from 10 to 25 degrees, and on the coast – from 15 to 30 degrees.
Important: The early morning and late evening hours can be quite chilly.
Cold and wet nights are sometimes found in the highlands. Precipitation is possible even at the peak of the dry season, and it shifts unpredictably each year. Most rain falls during the lunch hours or closer to night.
Safari lovers should visit in the first quarter of the year, and beach lovers should visit in January, October and February. You can look at migratory birds from January to April, and the most affordable rates in travel agencies are given in the last two months of spring.
- Climatic conditions at the resorts:
How to save money on your trip? Working tiphacks!
- We recommend searching for the best hotel prices on ROOMGURU . The search engine searches among all the hotel databases on the internet, even from giants like Booking, and compares prices. If you like to use your smartphone, the Lodging Search app is a must. It’s very convenient to open your options upon arrival and book immediately.
- Advantageous to insure your health and life while traveling will help service TRIPINSURANCE, the search engine shows the results of all major insurance companies. You need to choose only the most favourable option, but we advise you not to save on your health!
- Airfare? We advise you to use AVIASALES, it is still the no.1 search engine among independent travelers.
My name is Sergei, and I work as a guide in various cities in Europe, Asia, eastern Russia, also work as a manager in a large travel agency. During my travels I have experienced a lot of emotions, learned useful information about rest and prices, saw unique places which I hurry to share on the pages of my blog about tourism.
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Holidays in Kenya will provide a lot of unforgettable experiences and emotions. This is a place where you can endlessly admire the scenery and see exotic wildlife. For example, in the national parks of Kenya you can see a great migration. The most spectacular period is from July to the end of September, when the monsoons stop, the plains dry up, and the wildebeest move west in search of food.
Rules for visiting Kenya in 2022-2023*
A negative PCR test done no more than 72 hours before the date of flight must be submitted. Visa for Russian citizens is obtained on arrival. Beginning January 1, 2021 an electronic visa must be obtained prior to travel.
* WARNING The rules change frequently, please ask our specialists for up-to-date information.
Tours to Kenya, safari and beach holidays in 2022-2023
Tour dates: Any price: from 2345 $
Tour itinerary: Nairobi – Amboseli – Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara – Ukunda
Journey to Kenya is waiting for you! This is an opportunity to visit all the best parks in Kenya and guaranteed to see the big five raptors. Five days will be devoted exclusively to safaris: morning and evening, by land and by water – you’ve never been so close to African nature. The final two days of the program will be spent on the beaches of the Indian Ocean. There is no tide here, so the water is always perfectly warm for comfortable bathing. During the whole trip you will be provided with comfortable accommodation, excellent service and delicious cuisine.
Tour dates: Any Price: from 3630 USD
Tour itinerary: Nairobi – Amboseli – Lake Naivasha – Samburu – Ol Pedgeta – Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara – Nairobi.
Birthplace of the planet’s first “reasonable man” is considered to be Kenya. Here, on the territory of this amazing exotic country, passes the Equator line. The picturesque reserves of this state are home to representatives of the famous “Big Five of Africa” – lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalo and elephants. You will visit inaccessible national parks and see real life in Kenya.
Duration: 8 days
Dates: By request. New Year and May holidays possible!
Flight: not included.
Kenya’s most picturesque national parks safari and beach vacation on the shores of the warm Indian Ocean is a great option for an unforgettable vacation! We invite you on a fascinating journey through Kenya. During the safari you will see representatives of the “Big Seven” of the African bush and explore the pristine nature of African national parks. The second part of the trip will be dedicated to relaxing on the white sand beaches. You will stay at The Sands at Nomad 5*, one of the best hotels in the resort of Mombasa.
Duration: 8 days
Flight: not included.
Tour dates: Any price: from 2123 $
Tour itinerary: Nairobi – Masai Mara – Naivasha National Park – Nakuru National Park – Amboseli National Park – Nairobi.
We invite you to Kenya, to visit giraffes and not only! Safaris are waiting for you in the best National Parks in Kenya: Masai Mara, Naivasha, Nakuru and Amboseli. And the adventure begins with a visit to a giraffe nursery near Nairobi. Here you will feed the giraffes and even “kiss” them. You will stay in comfortable and authentic 4* lodges in national parks surrounded by wildlife. The trip will take place in comfortable conditions in a small group, and if you want you can continue it with a rest on the snow-white coast of Mombasa.
Duration: 10 days
Dates: by request
Flight: not included.
Tour itinerary: Nairobi – Nakuru National Park – Masai Mara Wildlife Refuge – Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha.
Visit the birthplace of the planet’s first intelligent man, see the great migration of animals and meet representatives of friendly African tribes – all these opportunities will open up for you during an interesting holiday in Africa. The picturesque nature reserves of the continent are home to representatives of the famous “Big Five of Africa” – lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalo and elephants.
Duration: 5 days
Dates: by request
Flight: not included.
Let’s go to bright, hot, amazing Africa! The trip lasts only 5 days, so make the most of them. You will stay in Nairobi at the famous Giraffe Manor hotel. It’s not an easy place to get into, as rooms are usually booked a year in advance. But there are cozy rooms prepared for you, with curious giraffes peeking through the windows every morning. You can get a taste of real Africa on a colourful safari through the Masai Mara National Park – this is where you’re most likely to meet all the members of the “Big Five of Africa”. Stay in a campsite in the middle of the savannah, where wildlife harmonizes with comfortable accommodations. We love Africa and we know everything about it, so we offer you the best: the nicest prices for hotels and the most interesting routes. And you can also take advantage of a unique opportunity to meet the new year 2021 in Kenya!
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Dates: by request
Flight: not included.
Tour dates: By request Price: from 1920 USD
Tour itinerary: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara – Lake Naivasha – Amboseli – Nairobi
If you have dreamed of spending your winter vacation away from snow and cold, then take a trip to amazing Kenya! Exciting day and evening safaris of wild bird and animal habitats await you. You will go to Lake Nakuru, a park known not only for rhinos and pink flamingos, visit the Masai Mara National Reserve, famous for the largest population of lions in the world. You will have the opportunity to fly in a hot air balloon and have breakfast in the savannah! An evening boat safari on the Lake Naivasha, which is home to many hippos, will be unforgettable! You will see the legendary Mount Kilimanjaro with your own eyes, visit the giraffe center and the restaurant that serves meat from wild animals. And that’s not all! “Christmas at the foot of Kilimanjaro” is a guarantee of an original and rich pastime for the New Year holidays!
Duration: 14 days
Dates: by request
Flight: not included.
Countries: Kenya, Tanzania
This itinerary introduces you to two African countries, Kenya and Tanzania. You will visit their most famous nature reserves, observing the amazing world of wildlife. Then you will spend five days climbing to the highest peak in Africa, Kilimanjaro volcano, whose peak is hidden in the clouds. Afterwards you will spend several days basking in the beaches of Zanzibar.
Duration: from 1 day
Dates: by request
Flight: not included.
Tour dates: On request Price: from 990 USD
Weddings in Africa – a bright, unforgettable celebration! This is a unique possibility to hold a celebration to surprise not only your beloved, but also guests of the ceremony. Sun City is a man-made paradise in the crater of an ancient volcano. It is the ultramodern entertainment resort where you can organize an unforgettable wedding!
Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
Dates: by request
Flight: not included.
Date of the tour: by request. Price: from 3492 USD
Tour itinerary: Nairobi – Masai Mara – Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru – Nairobi.
If you are looking for an incredible exotic adventure, our tour to Kenya is definitely for you! During this trip you will have the opportunity to see the real Seventh Wonder of the World: the Great Migration. Every year from July to mid-September, 1.5 million herds of wildebeest and zebra migrate from the Serengeti in Tanzania to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve, following the seasonal rains. In addition, you will be able to observe other wildlife such as lions, rhinos, giraffes, and leopards on the trip. During the tour you will have the opportunity to visit the vast freshwater lake Naivasha, with its hippos and a magnificent variety of birds, Crescent Island and Lake Nakuru National Park. After your adventure you will be greeted by friendly giraffes, where you can feed them and take pictures with these graceful animals!
Duration: 11 days
Dates: July to September 15
Flight: not included.
Tour dates: July through September 15 Price: from 3100 USD
Tour itinerary: Nairobi – Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru – Nairobi – the Indian Ocean coast.
We invite you to a combined tour to Kenya! On this trip you will see the Great Migration and relax on one of the best beaches in Africa. The Great Migration is called the “Seventh Wonder of the World”: such a large-scale movement of wildebeest does not occur anywhere else in the world. Each year, from July through mid-August, 1.5 million herds of gnu and zebra antelope migrate from the Serengeti in Tanzania to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve, following the seasonal rains. You will witness this mesmerizing natural phenomenon in the Masai Mara, where you will spend three whole days right during the migration. You will also visit the crater of an extinct volcano in Lake Nakuru and see hippos, black and white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, lions, leopards and other animals. You will travel in a comfortable mini-group format, staying in 4* lodges with all the amenities, which are located right in the national parks.
Duration: 7 days
Dates: by request
Flight: not included.
Tour dates: by request Price: from 1628 USD
Tour itinerary: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park – Tsavo Park – Mombasa
This trip is a great opportunity to spend New Year holidays in the national parks of Kenya! The program is perfectly balanced between the number of safari days and coastal days, so it’s perfect for your first visit to the country. It’s also one of the most budget-friendly offers on the market for groups of 2 or more. We can extend your stay in Kenya by adding extra safari or beach days. As for the flight, the proven Turkish Airlines offers very convenient flights to Kenya via Istanbul.
Individual tours to Kenya in 2022-2023
The main attraction of Kenya is the most picturesque landscapes. The nature of this country combines bright colors and unusual for us species of flora and fauna. A total of about sixty species of exotic animals, as well as about four hundred species of birds live in this country.
That is why tours to Kenya from Moscow are very popular. And over time, the number of tourists is only increasing. After all, in this country there are many interesting and wonderful places such as glacier and arid deserts, beautiful lakes and more than fifty beautiful national parks in which you can see very rare animals in their natural habitat for wild animals.
Tours to Kenya on safari are very popular now. This kind of vacation attracts many tourists from all parts of the world. There is a lot to see in this part of the African continent. Local parks feature the “big five”, which include lion, rhino, leopard, buffalo, and elephant.
Many tourists choose individual tours to Kenya. This type is best suited for those who do not seek to see as many African sights as possible during the trip, but simply want a cultural vacation surrounded by gorgeous scenery.
To ensure a comfortable stay in this country has just a huge number of luxury hotels. Many of them are among the best and famous hotels in the world. These hotels are located in incredibly beautiful places and the rest in them is solid pleasure.
But combined tours in Kenya are ideal for those who like to travel and rest with taste. After all, in addition to the usual holiday in a hotel or guesthouse in the tour included various excursions that will allow much closer acquaintance with the history and culture of this wonderful country.
So holidays in Kenya can be very diverse and full of unforgettable events. After all, apart from the usual excursions for fans of extreme relaxation provide special types of entertainment, such as mountain climbing, diving and deep-sea fishing.
A trip to this wonderful country will bring a lot of positive emotions and unforgettable experiences. It is simply impossible to forget the glorious beaches of the Indian Ocean, as well as magnificent scenery seen on safari in Kenya, or during the ascent of Kilimanjaro.
