Kenya has strict restrictions on certain plastic carrier bags, and travellers should not arrive with ordinary single-use plastic shopping bags in their luggage. The safest approach is to use reusable bags, fabric organisers and durable zip pouches designed for travel rather than disposable carrier bags.

Are plastic bags allowed?

Packaging rules can be updated and exemptions may apply to specific industrial or medical uses, so avoid treating a souvenir shop bag or supermarket carrier as harmless simply because it was accepted elsewhere. Safari lodges and parks also have their own waste policies.

A reusable day bag and refillable water bottle are better choices for both compliance and practical travel. If you are uncertain about a particular item, ask before departure rather than bringing a bag that may be confiscated.

Keep the plan practical

The most useful itinerary is not the one with the longest list of attractions. Travel time, rest and the order of activities all affect how the trip feels.

ESA Safaris can help compare options and explain the trade-offs before bookings are locked in.

Check changeable information close to travel

Opening hours, supplier facilities, entry rules and activity availability can change. Reconfirm important details before departure.

Keep the latest itinerary and contact information available offline so you are not dependent on mobile data during the journey.

Before you book or travel

  • Confirm essential details for the exact destination or supplier.
  • Keep the latest itinerary and contact information available offline.
  • Raise accessibility, dietary or special-interest needs early.
  • Allow enough time between activities and transfers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I rely on old travel forums for current rules?

Use them for personal experience, not as the final authority on permits, fees or regulations. Check current information for the actual destination.

Can ESA Safaris confirm a specific facility?

Yes. Ask before booking when a detail such as Wi-Fi, accessibility, charging or room layout is important.

What if information changes before I travel?

Use the latest itinerary and current information from the relevant authority or supplier. Operating conditions can change.

Is it better to ask questions before or during the trip?

Ask important planning questions before booking, and keep communicating during the journey when local conditions or preferences change.

Plan the details around your trip

Tell ESA Safaris what you want the trip to feel like, not only where you want to go. That makes it easier to design a route with the right pace, activities and practical arrangements.