Kenya is a stunning country full of natural wonders. Head on a walking holiday here and you will have the adventure of a lifetime. But to get the most from any Kenya walking holiday you will need to go well prepared if you are going to have a safe and enjoyable trip.

Pack Suitable Clothing

You’re going to be walking day after day, and one of the most important things is to be comfortable. Some of the best clothes you can take on your Kenya walking holiday will be made from cotton. Trousers and other clothing made from cotton will be light, will dry quickly and most importantly of all will be comfortable. You don’t need many as you’ll be able to wash them along the way, so just take a few sets of each.

Perhaps the most important thing of all on your Kenya walking holiday will be your walking boots. These are absolutely essential, especially if you are planning on doing any more intense forms of hiking, perhaps up Mount Kenya. Just make sure that you properly break your boots in before you go to avoid picking up some serious blisters.

The sun on the African plains can be crippling, and if you want to protect yourself from its harmful rays you will need to take a good hat on your Kenya walking holiday. Something with a wide rim will be best to provide a good amount of shadow onto your face and stop you getting burnt.

Your Health is Crucial

Staying healthy on your Kenya walking holiday is crucial if you are to make the most of the experience. There are a few simple things that you can do to give yourself a good chance of staying healthy. Firstly, you will need to take malaria seriously, which means taking your pills in whatever format the doctor recommended. You don’t want to get malaria whilst out in the middle of nowhere. Taking your tablets is one thing, but staying protected from mosquitoes is just as important. Make sure you take plenty of insect repellent, and ensure that you have access to a mosquito net.

It is also worth taking a small first-aid kit along with you that has a full sterile syringe set. Hospitals you encounter on your Kenya walking holiday might not be up to the standard you are used to back home, and providing your own sterile kit will give you complete peace of mind should anything happen. You may also want to consider taking antibiotics with you in case you pick up any infections; but check with your doctor before your departure to see what they recommend.

Have a Fantastic Experience

This is just a short list of some of the essentials to take on your Kenya walking holiday, but there are lots of other things that you should keep in mind. Ask your tour company what they recommend, and make sure that you go fully prepared so that you can enjoy the experience as much as possible.

Author Bio: Tony Maniscalco is the Sales and Marketing Manager for Ramblers Worldwide Holidays. They offer over 250 guided group walking holidays in over 90 different countries. While in Kenya walking with Ramblers Worldwide Holidays, you will see scenic locations & landscapes at the best value prices.

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