Major city · Kenya
Moyale
Stop in Moyale for a border crossing or a quick trade visit: 1 night, 2–3 h walk to the market and border office.
Moyale is a small border town on the Ethiopia‑Kenya frontier. It serves as a key overland stop on the Addis Ababa‑Nairobi highway. Facilities are basic; most travellers spend a night to cross the border, rest, and arrange transport onward.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- KES
- Best months
- Oct–Mar (dry season, cooler nights)
- avoid Apr–Sep (higher heat, occasional rains)
- Airport
- WJR
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
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- Africa ↗Nine African countries on this site have no trip line because governments advise against travel; several others have no-go regions. Read your government's advice for every country on the route before paying deposits.
- East Africa ↗Carry the yellow fever certificate on every leg of a multi-country trip: Uganda and Burundi check it for all arrivals, and a stop in Kenya or Ethiopia makes the next border ask for it.
- East Africa ↗Advice for Ethiopia, Somaliland, Eritrea, Somalia, South Sudan and the Congo border areas can change within days; read your government's page the week you fly and before every regional flight.
- East Africa ↗Price park, reserve and permit fees before comparing lodges: they are charged per person per day, often with VAT, and are fixed whatever bed you choose.
- Kenya ↗Apply for the Kenya eTA only on the official portal (etakenya.go.ke) at least 3 working days before you fly; lookalike sites charge double. Most African passports have been exempt since 2025.
- Kenya ↗Book a travel-clinic visit several weeks ahead; ask about malaria prevention and check whether a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for your route, including transits.
- Kenya ↗Plastic carrier bags are banned; leave shop and duty-free plastic bags behind before you fly in.
- Kenya ↗Light aircraft to the parks have strict baggage limits, usually soft-sided bags only and a low total weight (often around 15 kg); confirm the limit with your operator and leave a hard case in Nairobi.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Moyale999 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Moyale, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Kenyan shilling (KES).Kenya-wide
- SIM or eSIMSafaricom (best park coverage) and Airtel sell SIMs at JKIA arrivals; registration needs your passport.Kenya-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.Kenya-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 10% if no service charge.Kenya-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 240 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Kenya-wide
- SafetyBorder area is generally safe for day visits; stay informed about local tensions and avoid night travel outside town.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels and lodges; long-drop toilets at some park gates and bush stops.Kenya-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 999 fire and ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysGovernment offices close on public holidays; parks and lodges open every day.Kenya-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportWJR Wajir Airport (Domestic flights; about 200 km (124 mi) south of Moyale).WJR Wajir Airport (Domestic flights; about 124 mi (200 km) south of Moyale).
- Getting aroundBajaj three‑wheelers, taxis and minibuses operate in town; central area is walkable.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedBudget hotel room, a night, per personKES 800
- Mid-range bedThe Haven Luxury Guest House single, a night, per personKES 1,800
- High-end bedThe Haven Luxury Guest House single, a night, per personKES 2,200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget KES 1,200 · Mid KES 2,500 · High KES 4,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- WJR Wajir Airport (Domestic flights; about 200 km (124 mi) south of Moyale)WJR Wajir Airport (Domestic flights; about 124 mi (200 km) south of Moyale)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
May
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jan (2 rain days), driest May (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Moyale: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
1 rd
Apr
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
1 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
0 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
0 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
0 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
0 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
0 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
1 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
1 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Bajaj three‑wheelers, taxis and minibuses operate in town; central area is walkable.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Marsabit
goDoor to door: ≈2 h
Minibus from Moyale southbound, about 2 h
Small town with market and wildlife reserve nearby
Isiolo
cautionDoor to door: ≈5 h
Long‑distance bus via Marsabit, about 5 h
Check bus schedules; limited services
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
The Haven Luxury Guest House
Kenyan side, single rooms Ksh 1,500; breakfast extra Ksh 800
Local budget hotels
Both sides have cheap options; basic rooms Ksh 800–1,200
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Ksh 1,200–2,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Ksh 2,500–4,000 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel room1 × 1 night × KES 800 | KES 800 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × KES 1,200 | KES 1,200 |
| Selam bus ticket Addis Ababa → Moyale1 × KES 3,800 · ETB, check price | KES 3,800 |
| ATM withdrawal fee (Equity Bank)1 × KES 500 · KES, check | KES 500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | KES 630 |
| Trip total≈ KES 6,930 per person per day, bed included | KES 6,930 |
Basic amenities, shared bathroom
2026 estimate; flights and visas excluded
Prices of common things
| Meal at guest house restaurant | Ksh 300–600 |
| Bajaj ride (short trip) | Ksh 150–300 |
| ATM withdrawal (Equity Bank) | Ksh 500 fee |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Occasional ethnic clashes between Gabra and Borana; check news before travel
- Money changers give rates at least 10 % worse than official; use bank ATMs if possible
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Fire and ambulance
- 999
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MoyaleMoyale
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My bed tonight
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Kwa anwani hii, tafadhaliTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police999
- Fire and ambulance999
Embassy
Kenya has a consulate in Nairobi; check the Kenya embassy website for updates.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Selam bus Addis Ababa → Moyale: ≈3,800 ETB, cash/QR only (check)
- Bajaj within town: ≈Ksh 150–300 per short ride
Say or show
- Ni kiasi? — How much does it cost? (nee kee-ah-see?)
- Nataka teksi tafadhali — I need a taxi, please (nah-tah-kah tek-see tah-fah-dha-lee)
- Ofisi ya mpaka iko wapi? — Where is the border office? (oh-fee-see ya m-pah-ka ee-ko wa-pee?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Moyale. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar (dry season, cooler nights) · avoid Apr–Sep (higher heat, occasional rains) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Border crossing: verify visa requirements and customs paperwork
- Transport: Selam or Africa bus tickets (≈3,800–3,900 ETB) from Addis Ababa; Kenyan side minibuses onward
Sources
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