The cool Africa

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A few observations in my recent trip to Rwanda and Nairobi:
1. You are supposed to have Yellow fever vaccination before entering these countries, but no one at immigration is bothered to check.
2. There is no loo on the airports after security check. So get in at the last minute.
3. Do not exchange currency at airports. You will get better rates in town.
4. Start negotiating, the moment you get down. They expect it.
5. Bike taxis in Rwanda are safe and cheap. Try atleast once in your trip.
6. If you are vegetarian, ask for Indian food.
7. The African women carry big fruits. Control yourself.
8. Shop for curios? Bargain hard - you may bring down the price from 3800 to 800 or less.
9. Rwanda is absolutely safe. Stay careful in Kenya.
10. While taking people's pictures, make faces. Smiling faces will enhance the picture quality to another level.
11. Generally breakfast is complimentary in all the hotels - make full use of it as this is your best option for the day.
12. Must have Tusker beer.
13. The public conveniences are not free(Rwf100 and Ksh10), so drink less liquid or spend more on it. Yes, the in and out are chargeable.
14. Nairobi is cool
15. Cross road at zebra crossing in Kigali. Do not worry about traffic - IT WILL STOP.
16. You have big bananas and small bananas. Enjoy as per your liking.

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Photos

Kigali, Rwanda
Roads waiting for traffic

Kigali
Coffee at Bourbon Cafe - a combination of taste and presentation

Kigali
Wide roads and great roundabouts

Kigali, Rwanda
Superb South Indian fare at Khana Khazana restaurant, Kigali

Kigali
Local transport

Kigali Rwanda
Open air Indian restaurant in Kigali. Indian food is not common as in Nairobi.

Rwanda
The only sugar mill of Rwanda - Kabuye Sugar Factory

Kigali, Rwanda
Tropical Food Salad and Veg Samosa at Bourbon Cafe

Kigali
Traffic in Kigali is very disciplined unlike other African countries

Kigali
Local fruit vendors

Kigali
Roads are well maintained here

Kigali
Rwanda in post genocide era

Kigali
Passion for Passion fruit - $2 a kilo

Kigali Rwanda
Huge lunch at Simba supermarket

Kigali
No, not a repeat photo - another coffee at another cafe

Kigali
Dilemma?? Which road to take?

Nairobi, Kenya
Rundu Pundu Supermarket in Nairobi

Nairobi, Kenya
Nairobi or Las Vegas???

Nairobi, Kenya
For the sick/elderly/ladies/kids or generally for bird watchers..... Use bums if feet are tired

Nairobi, Kenya
One for the Pizza lovers

Nairobi, Kenya
24hrs shopping.....WAKE UP AMERICA

Comments

[keith]

Nairobi
Hi, enjoy your blog. Did you rent a car and drive yourself. How did you find kenya? Did you feel threatened at all. We are planning three weeks in africa. Leaving in two weeks. thanks Keith

[Gypsy Libran]

Keith, There is nothing to be threatened at all. I had not come across mugging or any such untowards incidents. However, the stay was short and might have been lucky also. But what I gather from fellow travelers or locals, it is much safe now for past few years. And I used cabs only. You are supposed to bargain and they know it.