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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.
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.
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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