In this guide, we are walking you through practical tips for visiting Kenya on budget and avoiding hidden costs.
~ by: Safari Lovers Travel & Tours September 7, 2024

1. Planning and early preparations
π Never embark on a trip without a plan. The plan must be detailed and monitory; every element must have a budget estimate and timeframe, this prevents overspending and overstaying.
π Make early preparations, this involves putting everything together and getting all the nitty-gritty which would otherwise be unforeseen financial incurrence.
2. Pull the resources together
π If possible, invite your friends/relatives to make it a group; group tours are the cheapest since the cost of shared elements is spread through the number of participants.
π The higher the number, the higher the discount (Top secret) π
3. Get a reliable Travel and Tour Company.
π Tour Operators are the wholesalers in the Tourism Industry, dealing with a company gives you access to highly discounted rates as opposed to booking as an individual.
π Tourism industry is heterogeneous, getting a local based company for your trip gives you the privilege of getting professional guidance on the prices and rates of commodities, some players charge tourists exorbitantly π«£
4. State clearly your travel objective(s)
π Explain in details what your travel seek to achieve, this allows the Operator to develop a custom-built package that speaks to your need(s) while taking care of your budget.
π The objectives inform the necessities while maintaining maximum utility.
5. All-inclusive package
π Combine all the elements together and get a wholesome quote, it's way cheaper than itemized purchase at the destination.
π While at it, explore all the available options for accommodation as it is the major element in the package price.
6. Upfront package settlement
π For ease of payment, request for installment plan if personal savings maybe a challenge.
π Buy a return ticket and ensure you allocate a considerate amount of money for miscellaneous, you may be compelled to give tips, buy local commodities, go for leisure activities and so on.
7. Request for a professional escort/guide
π Buying a package from a reliable company is not enough. In most cases, the company guides only offer professional guiding services at the attraction sites.
π Having a guide to be with you every step of the way will not only save on your expenditure but also make your travel easy and convenient.
8. Go local
π In as much as you're on a holiday and you want to feel as comfortable as possible, experiencing local lifestyle like public transport and local food is an adventure on its own.
π Not everything is supermarket; get clothes, fruits, vegetables and other foodstuffs from a local market, they are way cheaper there and it's another experience altogether.
9. Be financially sober
π Do not spend on anything and everything, get your priorities right.
π Do not be too generous; tip where necessary and help when need be (However, this is quite personal as it's all about philanthropy).
Are you ready? Let's explore Kenya at all cost π
For bookings and/or enquiries, visit Safari Lovers Travel & Tours
"Kenya tunapenda wageni" - Kenya we love visitors.
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