Adventure Travel, March/April 2000, UK
I found the Rough Guide far better [than the Lonely Planet guide] with more up-to-date info.
Africa Environment & Wildlife, Spring 2000
A good travel guide...most informative.
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39 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
We have visited Kenya twice using the Rough Guide both to select safari and resort destinations, and as our "bible" on arrival. The descriptions of the regions, people, scenery, wildlife and accommodation are without equal - we own several other publications on Kenya but none has such detailed and accurate information. The author's deep personal knowledge (and great affection) for Kenya shines through in his observations on the political, social and cultural life of the country and his wry humour always makes it a pleasure to dip into the book while travelling around.
During one of our many breakdowns on safari in August 2001 we were given a lift by a group of ex-pat residents travelling from Nairobi to the Masai Mara. We clambered into their vehicle, our copy of the Rough Guide in hand, and noticed one occupant of the bus clutching the same edition. Our remark that it was good elicited the immediate response "oh, it's definitely the best" - and this from a "local".
We are off to Kenya again in September - any chance of an updated edition?
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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An excellent map with the added touch of waterproof covering. It is very detailed and often used on road trips round Kenya without getting lost (yet). It is tough and easily withstands a 3 year olds handling. A really good product that should be part of anyone's luggage when visiting Kenya and Northern Tanzania.
26 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is pretty much everything a guide book should be; plenty of detail on the mainstream stuff (where to stay and eat in Nairobi, how to organise a safari in the Maasai Mara), but plenty also on the areas off the beaten track. Best of all, the book is unfailingly relevant, avoiding the usual pages of filler on the blindingly obvious. The wealth of background information and the dry, witty style are welcome bonuses. The best recomendation I can give this book is that it quite simply made our holiday much more enjoyable than it would have been.
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Excellent book for Travellers to Kenya
This is an excellent read for anyone travelling to Kenya for the first time as I will be in December. Very good price and extremely informative. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Acquia
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Published 9 months ago by Mawsy
In many ways good, but "stuck in the middle for me"
Most of the book is good (background, descirption of parks etc), but I find it a bit "stuck in the middle". Read more
Published 10 months ago by teepee
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I've bought a couple of Rough Guides for travelling. A good reference book is essential if you are doing anything other than a full package tour. Read more
Published 13 months ago by K. Sharp
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I have just returned from my first holiday to the Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru and this guide accompanied me. Read more
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A must have for backpackers
My daughter has just got back from a month long world challenge visit to Kenya and the book was invaluable. Read more
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The book is crammed with up to the minute, detailed information making an essential read before a trip to Kenya.
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