Overland Kenya Travel

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At the border

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Required Paperwork

Paperwork required for Kenya include a single entry or multiple entry visa. It is advised to request a multiple entry if you are planning on entering and exiting East Africa.

Process at border

Independent travelers will need to clear immigration first prior to starting customs clearance with the vehicle. A valid Carnet de Passage is required, along with 3rd party insurance.

Cost of entry

To be confirmed.

Permitted length of stay

90 Days is permitted for foreign vehicles entering Kenya with a Carnet de Passage.

Extension of stay

To be confirmed.

Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country

Describe if/how a vehicle can be stored, and for how long.
Also mention if the owner / temporary importer can leave the country while the vehicle is in storage.

To be confirmed.

Exiting with a vehicle

Exiting the country involves customs clearance for the vehicle followed by immigration.

Overland Essentials

Vehicle Insurance

Insurance requirements

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Cost of insurance

The cost of insurance varies however the minimum is about US$60.

Where to purchase insurance

Insurance can be purchased via insurance brokers at one of the four major border crossings alternatively an insurance broker in Nairobi will be able to sell 3rd party insurance.

Driving license

International Driving Permit is required.

Driving side of road

Left hand side of the road, with majority of vehicles being right hand drive.

Mandatory items in vehicle

2x Safety warning triangles, first aid kit, 2x fire extinguisher

Roads

General Road quality

The general road quality will be bitumen in varying conditions from new to severely potholed. All minor roads will be gravel.

Road signs

Road signs are limited with the occasional speed sign, warning sign and distance sign.

Toll roads

There are only a few Toll roads for private vehicles. Large trucks are required to stop at weigh bridges and are required to pay tolls to proceed.

Bribery

In certain government agencies, Bribery is often expected especially with traffic police. Independent travelers should avoid paying bribes and patiently negotiate an exit strategy.

Checkpoints

Very few checkpoints exist for private vehicles however random police checkpoints are spontaneous and usually have no impact to the independent traveler.

Traveling with pets

To Be Confirmed.

Gasoline Petrol Diesel

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Price

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Gasoline Grade Price
Regular (87) $0.00 USD per Gallon (US)
Super (88) $0.00 USD per Gallon (US)
Premium (90) $0.00 USD per Gallon (US)
Ultra (95) $0.00 USD per Gallon (US)
Diesel $0.00 USD per Gallon (US)

Gasoline Availability / Frequency

Gas shortages are known to occur in rural areas of Kenya. Distance between petrol stations can be as long as 500km.


Gasoline Quality

Diesel quality is low grade. Expect the vehicle to puff large quantities of smoke.

External information about gasoline

To Be Confirmed.

Safety and Security Considerations

Driving at night

Driving at night should not be encouraged due to the roadworthness of local vehicles, wild and domestic animals.

Vehicle parking

Vehicles should not be parked on the street due to theft.

Special driving considerations

To Be Confirmed.

Security advisories and information

Camping

Organised camping in Kenya is very popular. The average price is roughly US$10 per person. Wild or bush camping is possible and encouraged however the independent traveler might find the population density to high to bush camp without visitors.

Camping guide books

To Be Confirmed.

Drinking water

Regular tap water is safe to drink however it is encouraged to filter any ground or rain water.

Navigation

Paper maps

Michelin East Africa Map African Adventure Atlas (National Geographic) is an alternative.

GPS

Review Tracks4Africa


Directions and GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc.

To Be Confirmed.

Overland Travel Interest

Special Overland interests

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Guide Books

Lonely Planet Kenya (travel Guide)
Lonely Planet Kenya (travel Guide)
by Lonely Planet, Anthony Ham, Stuart Butler, Kate Th...
From $13.94 on Amazon
Work Less To Live Your Dreams: A Practical Guide To Sa...
Work Less To Live Your Dreams: A Practical Guide To Sa...
by Dan Grec
From $click on Amazon
Overlanders' Handbook: Worldwide Route And Planning Gu...
Overlanders' Handbook: Worldwide Route And Planning Gu...
by Chris Scott
From $22.49 on Amazon
Adventure Motorcycling Handbook: A Route & Planning Gu...
Adventure Motorcycling Handbook: A Route & Planning Gu...
by Chris Scott
From $click on Amazon
Kenya's Beaches (footprint Focus)
Kenya's Beaches (footprint Focus)
by Lizzie Williams
From $12.95 on Amazon

Vehicle Maintenance

Dealers

4x4s / Trucks

Motorbikes

Local Garages

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Buying and selling vehicles

Buying a vehicle as a foreigner

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Selling a foreign-plated vehicle

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References

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Helpful External links

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