Kenya's official currency is the Kenyan shilling. In the wider East African region, each country has its own currency, although US dollars are widely used in tourism quotations and some payments.
What currency is accepted?
A hat and good sunglasses are useful on safari because sun exposure can be strong even when the air feels cool. A hat with a secure fit is better than a very wide brim that blows away in an open vehicle.
Choose sunglasses with proper UV protection. Photographers may prefer lenses that do not distort colour too heavily when checking a camera screen.
Keep both items in your day bag rather than packed in the main luggage.
Confirm changeable details before you pay
Offers, supplier policies, exchange rates and availability can change. A price seen in an old brochure or social post should not be treated as a current quotation.
Use the written ESA Safaris proposal for your actual dates. It should show the services being booked and any important conditions that apply to them.
What this means for your itinerary
Carry local currency for smaller expenses and follow the official invoice instructions for major trip payments.
Read the quotation beyond the headline price
Safari costs are built from several services: accommodation, transport, park or conservation fees, activities, flights and transfers. Compare quotations on the same assumptions rather than looking only at the total.
Before paying a deposit, check what is included, what is optional, the payment schedule and the cancellation terms. If a line is unclear, ask ESA Safaris to explain it in plain language.
Before you book or travel
- Read the inclusions and exclusions before paying a deposit.
- Confirm child ages, room arrangements and optional activities.
- Keep the latest quotation rather than relying on an early proposal.
- Ask about any line you do not understand before the booking is confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can prices change before I book?
Yes. Availability, exchange rates, park fees and supplier rates can change until services are confirmed under the quotation terms.
Should I compare only the total price?
No. Compare inclusions, locations, vehicle arrangements, transfer time and what is excluded.
Are optional activities included automatically?
Only when the quotation says so. Ask about any activity that is important to your trip.
Why should I keep the final quotation?
It is the clearest record of what was priced and confirmed for your actual dates.
Plan this experience with ESA Safaris
Ask ESA Safaris for a written quotation based on your actual dates, group and rooming needs. Read the inclusions and exclusions carefully, then clarify anything that is not clear before paying a deposit.
