Malindi

Malindi is at the center of a band of beautiful tropical beaches offering the visitor a range of places to stay full of relaxation and the most beautiful atmosphere typical of the African continent.

Useful information about Malindi and Kenya

Visa and passport

To enter Kenya need a passport valid for not less than six months. Minors should be applied concurrently entered into the passport of a parent or guardian. From 1 March 2001, the Kenyan Government has reintroduced the requirement for tourist visa for all foreigners wishing to travel to Kenya for periods of less than 30 days. E 'therefore need a tourist visa that can be done at the airport of arrival or in case of package tour departure airport welcome desk at the bank.
The visa costs $ 50 per person is required to obtain only the compilation of a simple form. (Download from our website)
The visa allows a maximum stay of three months in the country.

Time zone - Kenya is 2 hours ahead of Italy
Kenya Italy h 14:00 h à 12:00

CurrencyThe local currency is the Kenyan shilling (KSH).
One shilling is worth about a penny.
Therefore:
€ 1 = 100 Ksh
€ 10 = 1000 Ksh
€ 50 = 5000 Ksh
convesione although this is very indicative because the value of the shilling is subject to significant fluctuations, so you should check the value before the change.
The Euro is still recognized, but you should make the payments with the local currency to avoid foreign exchange unofficial but applied by the seller at its discretion and convenience. You should not carry large sums of shillings in Italy because it is virtually impossible to deal in euros.

Language
The official language is Swahili with numerous tribal dialects, but English is the second official language.

Electricity
Electrical current is 220/240 volts, the sockets are three blades flat English type G and therefore require an adapter.

Vaccinations
The WHO (World Health Organization) does not provide any vaccination requirements, malaria prophylaxis and recommended that recommended against hepatitis A.
Is the high incidence of HIV infection (AIDS) across the country.

It 'important to remember that you can swim safely at sea or in pools of resorts and hotels, but avoid the water of rivers, lakes and tanks opened because of the risk of contracting bacteria, parasites, cholera, diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis B, typhoid and dysentery.

The risk of malaria is present all year round but particularly during and immediately after the rainy season from March to June and October-November. The risk is minimal in the highlands, above 2,500 meters. In the area of Malindi the risk of infection of malaria are very minimal, and many Italians living there for years have never taken, not having taken any prophylaxis.
For every symptom of fever occurring within 6 weeks from the return trip, you should consult your doctor. 'S better to wear garments with long sleeves and trousers after sunset, use mosquito repellent and sleeping with mosquito nets.