Kenya

Kenya, Tanzania

In this article, we share our own personal and totally subjective opinion about Kenya and Tanzania having visited them both at least twice at different times of the year. We write this article out of our limited experience and if anyone disagrees, we totally respect that but then again, our experience is our truth and […]

Kenya, Kenya Safari

An ultimate tourist destination, Lake Naivasha is part of the great rift valley located northwest of Nakuru county, Kenya. It towers at an elevation of about 1890 meters and is bordered by acacia woodlands, papyrus swamps, forest, and spectacular geological features, which are reminiscent of the area’s volcanic past. Lake Naivasha is a RAMSAR site […]

Kenya

Almost synonymous with the word “safari”, Kenya conjures images of unique outdoor adventures and romance with nature There are lots of places to see in magical Kenya and the diversity of things to see and do continues to dazzle travelers from all over the world. And don’t worry about accommodation either, as the country is […]

About Africa, Experiences, Kenya, Tanzania, Traveler's Interest

The vast continent of Africa is home to the most incredible animal gatherings anywhere on the planet. You may already know about the unbelievable migration of one million wildebeest across Tanzania and Kenya. But there are many more examples across the continent that are less well known. Each one brings its astonishing tale of danger, […]

Crossing Borders, Kenya, Uganda

Here is my guide for how to travel from Nairobi in Kenya to Kampala in Uganda by land and cross the border, all based on my experience.  Ticket Fee: 3400 Kenyan Shillings for a VIP seat (highly recommended) Travel Time: Around 13 hrs. depending on traffic and the number of people in line in passport control. Travel […]

Kenya, Kenya Safari, Tanzania, Tanzania Safari

When you hear the word safari, it is without a doubt that either Kenya or Tanzania deserve the spotlight. I bet you’ve heard of these countries halfway through your African trip planning and since they are primarily big game destinations, you’ve probably found yourself torn between the two. Well, why not visit both? They are […]

Kenya, Visa Guide

As of September 2015, the Immigration of Kenya now requires a visa before entry into The Republic of Kenya including Philippine passport holders. As this can now be done online, it is best to secure your visa to avoid any inconvenience. This will only take 1-3 days. Note that if you are visiting two or […]

Crossing Borders, Kenya, Tanzania

Updated as of May 2019 Ticket Fee: 30 USD Travel Time: 7 to 9 hrs. depending on traffic and number of people in line in the passport control Travel Schedule: 7 am and 2 pm every day except on holidays Border to cross: Namanga (2 hrs. away from the take-off point in Arusha) Road Profile: Mostly concrete so not very […]