Yellow Fever Outbreak

Written by Kirsty on 02/02/11, filed under General, Zanzibar | No Comments

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Yellow Fever is a fatal viral infection which is normally transmitted by mosquitoes. Due to a recent outbreak in Uganda, the Ministry of Health has advised all passengers who are travelling to Zanzibar must have a Yellow Fever certificate upon arrival.

We advise you to speak to your local GP to receive up to date information about the vaccination.

Airline Baggage Allowance

Written by Kirsty on 31/01/11, filed under General | No Comments

BaggageWith everything but the kitchen sink in the case, you travel to the airport ready to jet off on a special holiday. Then you reach check-in and realise that the 5th pair of shoes you packed that had seemed so essential at the time are really just an unnecessary weight which has put you over the limit.  It is one of those rules which doesn’t cross your mind until you’re having to get your delicates out in front of the entire airport…. trust me this is an embarrassment which you do not want to experience!
I know keeping up with each airline’s rules can be tricky, but getting it right could save your holiday fund or even buy the extra leg room seat to make the journey a little more comfortable.
The table below should be of help and shows a guideline of the baggage allowance on each airline so you’ll have no excuses for turning up with too much luggage:

International Flights

 

 

 

Airline:

Baggage Allowance (kg):

 

 

British Airways

23

Emirates

23

Etihad Airlines

23

Kenya Airways

23

Monarch Airlines

20

Qatar Airlines

23

Thomson Airlines

20

Virgin Atlantic

23

Domestic/Internal Flights:

 

 

 

Airline:

Baggage Allowance (kg):

 

 

Air Kenya

15

Coastal Air

15

Fly540

20

Kenya Airways

20

Mombasa Air

15

Precision Air

20

Safari Link

15

South African Airways

20

Zan Air

15

The Great Safari Debate – 4×4 or Minibus?

Written by Kirsty on 26/01/11, filed under General | No Comments

It’s a common question that we get here at Africa Sky, which vehicle gives the best views and opportunities for capturing magical photos?  In truth either option will providRobert with our 4x4 Vehiclee an experience you will never forget, but for us the 4x4’s are a clear winner.  In fact we are so confident that we have purchased our own customised vehicle exclusively for our customers. Our 4×4 is stationed in Nairobi, Kenya and operates in the surrounding national parks.  The vehicle has an extended cabin offering ample space so passengers can see more than just the seat in front.  The rear cabin has extended windows providing passengers with panoramic views and removing the rush for window seats in a minibus.
Africa Sky’s Magical Kenya Safaris utilise the vehicle and offer two bespoke itineraries.  The first takes passengers on a journey to 4 National Parks over an 8 day period, while the second is a shorter excursion to the Masai Mara.  On each trip passengers are accompanied by one of our extremely knowledgeable local driver/guides Robert and Dave.
For more information about our great value 4×4 itineraries, please contact one of sales advisors who will be happy to help.