Kampala to Kilifi

Updated: March 13, 2024 11:19 PM

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Kampala to Kilifi

Language

The official languages of Uganda and Kenya are English and Swahili, respectively. However, there are many other local languages spoken in both countries.

Currency

The currency of Uganda is the Ugandan shilling (UGX), while the currency of Kenya is the Kenyan shilling (KES). You can exchange currency at banks and exchange bureaus in both countries.

Distance

The distance between Kampala and Kilifi is approximately 1,000 kilometers (620 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to get from Kampala to Kilifi, including by bus, train, or plane.

• By bus: The bus journey takes approximately 12 hours and costs around UGX 50,000 (KES 1,500). You can catch a bus from Kampala's main bus station, the New Taxi Park.
• By train: The train journey takes approximately 10 hours and costs around UGX 60,000 (KES 1,800). You can catch a train from Kampala's main railway station, the Kampala Railway Station.
• By plane: The flight from Kampala to Kilifi takes approximately 1 hour and costs around UGX 200,000 (KES 6,000). You can catch a flight from Kampala's Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Kilifi's Malindi Airport (MYD).

Expenses

The cost of your trip from Kampala to Kilifi will vary depending on your mode of transportation and your budget. However, you can expect to spend around UGX 200,000 (KES 6,000) per day.

Best Time to Go

The best time to visit Kilifi is during the dry season, which runs from June to October. During this time, the weather is warm and sunny, and there is less chance of rain.

What to Eat

There are many great places to eat in Kilifi, serving a variety of cuisines. Some of the most popular dishes include:

• Nyama choma: Grilled meat, usually served with ugali (maize porridge) and kachumbari (tomato and onion salad).
• Ugali: Maize porridge, a staple food in many African countries.
• Kachumbari: Tomato and onion salad.
• Chapati: Flatbread made from wheat flour.

Where to Go

There are many great places to visit in Kilifi, including:

• Watamu Marine National Park: A marine park with a variety of coral reefs and marine life.
• Mida Creek: A mangrove creek with a variety of bird life.
• Arabuko Sokoke Forest: A coastal forest with a variety of plant and animal life.
• Kilifi Creek: A creek with a variety of water sports activities.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Kampala to Kilifi:

1. Can I get a visa on arrival in Kenya?

   Yes, you can get a visa on arrival in Kenya for a fee of USD 50. You will need to have a valid passport and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.

2. What is the time difference between Uganda and Kenya?

   There is no time difference between Uganda and Kenya.

3. What is the best way to get around Kilifi?

   The best way to get around Kilifi is by tuk-tuk or boda boda (motorcycle taxi).

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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