Tsavo East National Park Kenya, Africa, Kenyaon
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Kenya for vegan & vegetarian travelers
Kenya is a manageable destination for vegan and vegetarian travelers, with staples like beans, lentils, vegetables, maize, and rice widely available. While meat is common, plant-based meals are easy to find with local knowledge and planning.
Kenya
Vegan Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5)
Vegetarian Friendliness: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
Best For: Ugali, vegetables, beans, markets
Challenging Because: Meat (beef, goat, chicken) is common in traditional dishes
🥗 What to Eat
- Vegetarian-friendly: Sukuma wiki (collard greens), githeri (beans and corn), chapati, vegetable stews
- Vegan-friendly: Ugali with sukuma wiki, boiled vegetables, fruit
🚫 Watch Out For
- Meat stews and broths
- Butter in some vegetable dishes
🗣️ Survival Phrases (Swahili)
- I am vegetarian: Mimi ni mboga tu
(MEE-mee nee M-BOH-gah too) - I am vegan: Mimi ni vegan
(MEE-mee nee VEH-gahn) - No meat: Hakuna nyama
(ha-KOO-nah N-yah-mah)
🧭 Veggie Trip Tip
Markets are a great source of fresh vegetables and fruits — ask if stews contain meat.
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