Tourist guide Kenya

In no other country in Africa is such diversity found in abundance, with the greatest variety and concentration of wild animals and birds. Kenya is known the world over for its unique wildlife and has long been a top destination for safari excursions. Alongside the adventurous wilderness exists a thriving citylife in both Nairobi and the coastal port town of Mombasa. These cities have developed into world-class destinations with venues to meet the needs of meeting planners from around the globe. Kenya is very familiar with finishing at the top, as Kenya has become synonymous with world-class athletic prowess. It is not uncommon to see Kenyan athletes wearing gold, silver and bronze medals in any number of events at the Olympic games from year to year. Meeting attendees can take advantage of the country’s affinity for sports activities, too, by taking part in incentive trips that include anything from kitesurfing at Nyali beach, to playing golf on some of Africa’s finest courses. From wildlife safaris to outstanding city-centre venues poised to host events of all shapes and sizes, Kenya has meeting solutions that are far from ordinary.

Identity card

Capital :
Nairobi

Main cities :
Nairobi and Mombassa

Official language :
English and Kiswahili as well as 40 others dialects

Monnaie :
Shilling Kenyan (Kes)
KES 1.00 =  AED 0.04  A$ 0.01  C$ 0.01  € 0.01  NZ$ 0.02  £ 0.01  US$ 0.01  R 0.08

Fêtes et jours fériés :
New Year's Day: 1 January 2011 / 2012
Good Friday: 22 April 2011 / 6 April 2012
Easter Monday: 25 April 2011 / 9 April 2012
Labour Day: 1 May 2011 / 2012
Madaraka Day: 1 June 2011 / 2012
Moi Day: 10 October 2011 / 2012
Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan): 30 August 2011 / 19 August 2012
Kenyatta Day: 20 October 2011 / 2012
Feast of the Sacrifice: 16 November 2011
Independence Day: 12 December 2011 / 2012
Christmas Day: 25 December 2011 / 2012
Boxing Day: 26 December 2011 / 2012