Update On 2024 Conservation Fees Applicable To All KWS Parks, Reserves And Sanctuaries

As previously communicated, we now have an update confirming the increments on 2024 conservation fees applicable to all KWS Parks, Reserves and Sanctuaries.
Please find the 2024 Conservation Fees applicable to all KWS Parks, Reserves and Sanctuaries effective 1st January 2024 via the link below.
Please note:
Introduction of seasons (high season and low season)
Introduction of Rest of Africa category
Senior citizens, persons with disability and children below age of five years shall be exempted from paying fees in respect of access or entry into a national park, a national reserve or sanctuary.
The respective communication on how this affects the respective programs will be shared individually based on the products offered.

Kenya Airways Leases Aircraft to Enhance Operational Efficiency Over the Festive Season

Kenya’s national carrier, Kenya Airways (KQ) has signed a short-term lease agreement for an A330 Airbus with Hi Fly, one of the world’s leading lease and charter specialist airlines to enhance operational efficiency during the peak festive season. The arrival of the aircraft will support the anticipated increased number of travelers following the recent announcement by His Excellency President William Ruto on ending visa requirements for all visitors to Kenya starting in January 2024 making Kenya a visa-free country.

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Pilli Pipa Dhow Safari Increase Rates

Pilli Pipa Dhow Safari will increase their rates from 1st January 2024 in relation to the proposed increase in the Kenya Wildlife Service marine park fees. From 1st January 2024 charges are as follows: US$ 130 per adult and US$ 65 per child. It is anticipated that KWS will change the definition of a child to be as from 5 years for a child rate but this will be confirmed once there are more official details.

Prison Island Increase Entrance Fees

As of 1st November 2023, Prison Island have increased the entrance fees to US$18.00 ($15 for Prison Island + $3 for Conservation fee) per person. Due to this increment, there will be a supplement of US$11.00 per person for all tourists who will visit the Prison Island. Tours that will be affected on the above said supplement are the Prison Island Tour and Prison & Sand Bank tour.

Bluebay Hotels Zanzibar Festive Special Offer

Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa and Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa are offering 20% off contract rates.
Booking Window: 19th December to 27th December 2023
Stay Period: 19th December to 27th December 2023
More details to be provided at the time of booking.

Cottar’s Safaris 1920s Camp Introduces Expanded Luxury Tents

Cottar’s 1920s Camp introduced two new tents, Molo (honeymoon) and Athi (double), while also upgrading two ‘old style’ tents, Ndovu and Kudu, to the new style. These four canvas tents, each spanning 538 sq ft (approximately 40% larger), offer savannah views, wooden flooring, living areas, and ensuite bathrooms. Congratulations also to Cottar’s 1920s Camp on proudly clinching the coveted #2 Best Resort in Central & Eastern Africa as well as the #9 spot as Best Resort in the World overall.

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Happy Holidays!!

Please note that our offices will be closed on the following public holidays:
25 December 2023 – Christmas Day
26 December 2023 – Day of Goodwill
01 January 2024 – New Year’s Day