Planning a holiday is not as difficult, time consuming or costly as you may have thought. Here are some options to consider:

Travel Agents can help you find the best available deals, costs, and offers. They have the contacts, knowledge and business relationships to create a perfect tailor made holiday that suits your needs. They can often arrange and book travel at a much lower rate than you’ll find by shopping around yourself. Most importantly they can save you the time and hassle of making your own arrangements.

Tour Operators can take some of the stress out of travel. Driving yourself can be tough on your car, and tiring on you. A tour operator can create your itinerary; suggest places of interest you may like to visit along the way and provide a tailor made travel plan. They’ll also provide a fully equipped tour vehicle and a qualified driver guide that will keep you informed and entertained along the way. A group hiring a driver/guide and vehicle for a weekend can cost as little as 3,000/= per person.

Airlines have special deals and fares available that are perfect for an affordable break. Flying is a fast and comfortable option that gives you more time on the ground.

Hotels offer special package rates for weekend or holiday stays, often including all meals. Kenya has a wide variety of hotels to suit all budgets and tastes- and most of them give special rates to Residents.

Tented Camps - If you like the idea of camping out but don’t want to sacrifice comfort and service- try a tented camp. With large tents fitted out with beds, ensuite bathrooms and verandah areas- these camps offer a safari in style.

Camps and Bandas - To really experience Kenya under canvas there are plenty of well appointed campsites in holiday areas all over the country- often with tent rental available. Sometimes simple, self-catering bandas are also available. KWS have excellent Bandas available for hire throughout the country at very affordable prices.

Homestays and Houses - In some areas, local people let out rooms or guesthouses. This is an economical and interesting way to spend a holiday- and a great way to experience some other Kenyan cultures firsthand. Individual houses can be rented for short term lets in holiday areas- an excellent option for large families or groups of friends.

Holiday Activities - There is always plenty to do while on holiday. Trying out new activities can be easily arranged, and there is always trained staff on hand to assist. Watersports, such as sailing, water-skiing and diving are widely available all along the coast. Adventure activities such as trekking, cycling, horse or camel riding can be experienced all over Kenya, and can be arranged locally or included in an arranged tour itinerary.

Kids Clubs - Kids love to be kept on the move and entertained, and more and more Kenyan hotels, lodges and camps cater specially for them. Kid’s clubs are professionally run and incorporate physical activity, sports and games with cultural excursions, natural history and adventure. These programs are a great success, and keep kids coming back for more.

You probably think that you know Kenya pretty well- after all, you’re a Kenyan. You may know that Kenya has plenty to offer tourists- but how often do you take advantage of the world of attractions that are just outside your door? And this is at a price to suit your own pocket.

Of course, you’ve probably promised yourself that one day you’ll get out there and see what Kenya has to offer, maybe show the kids why they should be proud to be Kenyan. You’ve just been too busy, between work, family and social commitments.

But being so busy is just why you should take a break and discover Kenya- its an opportunity to relieve some stress and frustration, and take a fresh look at your country and yourself. Its time to sit back and let the world pass by.

But how? Taking a holiday in Kenya doesn’t mean making a huge investment in terms of cash, time or energy.

With visitor attractions as diverse as those we have, there are opportunities to suit everyone’s budgets, schedules and individual interests.

Whether it’s a family holiday, a romantic weekend away, a special birthday or anniversary, or a group of friends looking for either adventure or relaxation- Kenya has it all.

There are so many travel agents, tour operators, safari companies, hotels, lodges, camps and homestays in Kenya that you can be sure of finding something that suits you- and you may well find a better bargain than you ever expected.

Hotels offer special package rates for weekend or holiday stays, often including all meals. Kenya has a wide variety of hotels to suit all budgets and tastes- and most of them give special rates to Residents.

Tented Camps - If you like the idea of camping out but don’t want to sacrifice comfort and service- try a tented camp. With large tents fitted out with beds, ensuite bathrooms and verandah areas- these camps offer a safari in style.

Camps and Bandas - To really experience Kenya under canvas there are plenty of well appointed campsites in holiday areas all over the country- often with tent rental available. Sometimes simple, self-catering bandas are also available. KWS have excellent Bandas available for hire throughout the country at very affordable prices.

Homestays and Houses - In some areas, local people let out rooms or guesthouses. This is an economical and interesting way to spend a holiday- and a great way to experience some other Kenyan cultures firsthand. Individual houses can be rented for short term lets in holiday areas- an excellent option for large families or groups of friends.