Kenya is part of Eastern Africa, with capital city at Nairobi. It is a developing country with a population of 50Million people. As surprising as it may sound, one of the main hindrances to world travel for Kenyan citizens is not the lack of money, It is the strict guidelines and regulations imposed by most countries when it comes to getting a tourist visa. Imagine all those stunning destinations; all those mind-boggling cultural differences and all that delicious foreign food Thankfully, there are certain destinations that do not require you to get a visa as long as you have a Kenyan International Passport.
Five senses travels have highlighted some of the beautiful visa-free travel destinations for Kenyan travelers.
ETHIOPIA
Rich with ancient culture; riddled with spectacular ruins and sprinkled with incredible natural beauty, Ethiopia is one of the most amazing Africa Nations. From the wonderfully beautiful people, to the awesome-inspiring Blue Nile Falls, Danakil Depression, Lalibela and Awash National Park. Kenyans can visit and stay visa-free within this amazing neighboring country for up to a year. You however, must have a valid passport and sufficient funds to cover your stay as well as documentation for your next destination.
GHANA
Ghana is about as diverse as it gets. This West African Nation is not only intriguing but it is also very hospitable. It might not have sky hugging mountains or the Maasai Mara, but it does have a healthy helping of palm-lined beaches, an assortment of national parks and a host of ancient castles and forts that will keep you busy throughout your stay. Kenyan travelers can visit this astonishing melting pot of cultural diversity visa -free for up to 90 days. You must have a return or onward ticket or you will be refused entry.
NAMIBIA
If you truly love adventure, then Namibia is the place to be. Despite being the driest country in Sub-Saharan Africa and one of the least populated nations in the world, Namibia is a true traveler’s paradise. The country has a spectacular landscape with numerous attractions such as canyons, deserts, savannas, mountains, and National Parks
Take a Road trip in the sparsely populated countryside. Stay with the indigenous Himba Community People in the Kunene region. Explore the high sand dunes of the Namibia Desert See the Fish River Canyon – Second largest in the World and visit the Etosha National Park. With a Kenyan passport, you can stay in Namibia for 90 days.
ZAMBIA
One of the best things about Zambia is the ease of long-distance travel. You can access almost every East and Southern African City from Lusaka (Capital City). The country’s train system is great and the bus network is the best in the region visit the Victoria Falls, South Luangwa National Park, Chisimba Falls, Livingstone Museum, and Lake Kariba. Also enjoy the TAZARA Train from New Kapiri Mposhi to Dar Es Salaam, Lumangwe Falls – Kalungwishi River, Copper belt Museum. To visit Zambia, you don’t need a Visa for 90 days.
MALAWI
Other than the deep blue waters of Lake Malawi and the beautiful starlit city in the night, Malawi is a true paradise. No words or pictures would do justice to this Nation. One has to have a personal experience to describe this beautiful country. With a Kenyan passport, you can stay in Malawi for a period of 90 days.
RWANDA
Rwanda is one of the smallest countries in East Africa. The country has grown from a sad history to one of the best travel destinations in the region. Rwanda hosts a number of volcanic mountains famous for Gorilla tracking. Its largest and capital city – Kigali – is considered the cleanest and most organized city in Africa. The most favorite thing to do in Kigali is sleeping under the stars in the Akagera National Park.A Kenyan does not need a visa to visit Rwanda
TANZANIA
If you have never been to Tanzania, a trip to this East African country would be a great surprise. Other than wildlife in the Serengeti National Park, Tanzania has some of the best white sand beaches and the highest mountains in Africa. Kenyans can visit Tanzania visa-free for a period of 90 days. This way one can explore the country like a local. From Lushoto to Dar es Salaam, Arusha to Moshi, Zanzibar to Mwanza, Mt. Kilimanjaro to Mt. Meru and many other destinations.
UGANDA
Falling within the confines of the East African Community, as a Kenyan you only need to hold a valid national ID or a passport to travel to this beautiful country, no visa is required unless you intend to stay for more than 3 months in the country. Visit the queen Elizabeth national park or sojourn with the Gorillas in Mgahinga National park, see what our Uganda have in store for you
MAURITIUS
Yet another extraordinary island nation, Mauritius in the Indian Ocean is as beautiful as it come. Well known for the, astounding beaches, awe-inspiring lagoons refreshingly good weather and reefs, Mauritius is not only gorgeous, it is spectacular. The interior offers visitors amazing natural attractions such as the Black River Gorges National Park, lush rainforests, picturesque hiking trails, rainbow-churning waterfalls and interesting native fauna such as the ‘flying fox’. Mauritius welcomes Kenyan visitor’s visa-free for up to 90 days.
SENEGAL
Kenyans citizens will get a visa upon their arrival in Senegal which allows them to stay in Senegal for 90 days but they should have a passport valid for 6 months. Senegal is a vibrant country famous for its lively markets and rich musical culture. It also boasts beautiful colonial architecture, secluded beaches blessed with world-famous surf breaks, and remote riverine deltas teeming with wildlife.
Recently, Kenyan passport was ranked 50th in the world out of 199 indexed passports. This means that Kenyan passport holders enjoy visa-free access to many countries in the world including Botswana, Zimbabwe, Burundi, Benin, Gambia, Senegal, Lesotho, Swaziland, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Jamaica, Bahamas, Philippines, Singapore. Many of these destinations will either grant you a visa on arrival or allow you to stay within their borders for a stipulated period of time completely Visa Free.
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