Travel Information
Passports, health, insurance, money and the practical details to settle before you fly.
- Entry documents
- Health and insurance
- Money and packing
Field notes for East Africa
Go prepared. Travel well.
A clear guide to the decisions that come before the first game drive, and the habits that make every day in the wild better.
Choose your chapter
Less uncertainty. More safari.
Start with what you need today. Each note is short enough to use, detailed enough to prevent the questions that slow a journey down.
In the parks
Safari Tips
The small choices that protect wildlife, respect the landscape and make a better game drive.
Learn safari etiquette
Book with clarity
Booking Terms
Deposits, payment timing, cancellations and responsibilities explained before you commit.
Understand the termsA simple readiness check
Four things to settle before wheels roll
Good preparation should make the safari feel lighter, not more complicated. Work through these four areas, then leave the road to your guide.
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Documents
Check the latest entry rules for every country on your route.
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Health
Discuss vaccinations, medication and cover with qualified professionals.
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Packing
Choose soft luggage, light layers and protection from sun and dust.
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On safari
Listen to your guide, stay patient and let wildlife set the pace.
The best field skill
Slow down, watch longer and let your guide read the landscape.
A guide cannot answer everything
Ask the people who will plan your road.
If your route crosses borders, includes children or needs special arrangements, tell us early. The Mombasa team will help you prepare for your exact journey.
