East Africa Travel Guidelines
East Africa has been rated as a top tourist destination for travellers. Its diversity of wildlife has made it to the top list of the must-visit countries in the world for those that love experience what nature has offered.
From the primates, big cats, mammals, thick forests and beautiful waterbodies, there is something for everyone who wishes to travel to East Africa. However, it is important to note that there are requirements that one must possess before coming to East Africa and these include the following;
- Passport
- Visa (for non EAC citizens)
- Alternative travel documents for East Africans
- Other requirements for East Africans (Certificate of Identity / Inter-state Pass)
- Proof of yellow fever vaccination
- Full Covid-19 vaccination certificate (or valid Negative PCR Test)
Wondering how to get to East Africa, Vibrant Holiday Safaris has listed a number of transportation options below;
Air:
The East African Community is connected to the world by a network of international airports, most of which are located in or adjacent to the region’s major cities. Most major towns in different Partner States also possess smaller airports.
The Civil Aviation Safety And Security Oversight Agency (CASSOA) , an institution of the Community, works closely with national civil aviation authorities to ensure that air travel in the region is safe.
Road:
There is a host of bus services connecting all East African capitals and major cities, but with EAC-enhanced co-operation in the area of transport, East Africans can now drive private cars across borders and across the entire EAC region, free of charge, for visits no longer than seven (7) days.
The maximum period allowed for one to use a car not registered in the host Partner State is six (6) months, although you will be required to pay $20 per month as temporary road licence after the seven-day grace period has elapsed. Anyone using a private car has to fill a form, obtainable at border crossing points or local Revenue Authority office, which grants permission for free access for a week.
A valid driver’s licence is required for driving in any of the Partner States.
Ensure that your car is insured before you travel, with a valid sticker displayed on your vehicle as proof of insurance (seek advice from your insurer on the available insurance options). Also make sure you carry an original copy of your car Log Book or at the very least, a certified photocopy.
Ports of entry (applies to road transport only*)
- Kenya – Uganda border: Busia and Malaba
- Kenya – Tanzania border: Namanga and Holili
- Tanzania – Uganda border: Mutukula
- Tanzania – Burundi border: Kigoma
- Tanzania – Rwanda border: Rusumo
- Rwanda – Burundi border: Akanyaru
- Rwanda – Uganda border: Gatuna / Katuna
- South Sudan – Uganda border: Busia, Nimule
- South Sudan – Kenya border:
Sea:
The region’s principle seaports include; Mombasa in Kenya and Dar es Salaam, Mtwara and Tanga in Tanzania.
Vibrant Holiday Safaris wishes you a safe arrival and wishes you a wonderfully stay in East Africa.
East Africa Travel Guidelines