Convert AUD to KES Exchange Rate

You can buy Kenyan Shilling at any of the 90+ Travel Money Oz stores across Australia. Visit your nearest location in person to purchase KES cash with same-day service available. Use our store locator to find your nearest Travel Money Oz and get your AUD to KES sorted before your trip.

The official Kenya currency is the Kenyan Shilling (KES), abbreviated as "KSh" or "Ksh" locally. You'll need Kenyan Shillings for everyday expenses like food, transport, accommodation, safari tours, and shopping throughout Kenya. The shilling is the only official currency accepted across the country.

KES stands for Kenyan Shilling. It's the official currency code for Kenya's money, just like AUD stands for Australian Dollar. When you see "KES" in exchange rates, it refers to Kenyan Shillings. The currency symbol is "KSh" or simply "Sh".

It's usually better to buy Kenyan Shillings in Australia before your trip. You can lock in the exchange rate and arrive in Kenya ready to pay for transport, tips, and initial expenses. With Travel Money Oz's Price Beat Guarantee, you can be confident you're getting a competitive AUD to KES rate without needing to shop around overseas or at Kenyan airports.

Primarily cash! While Kenya has good card acceptance in Nairobi hotels, upscale restaurants, and major shopping centers, much of the country operates on cash. Safari lodges, local markets, matatus (shared minibuses), tuk-tuks, boda-bodas (motorcycle taxis), street vendors, smaller restaurants, and most local businesses require Kenyan Shillings. Cash is essential for tipping safari guides and for traveling outside major cities.

Yes! If you've returned from Kenya with leftover KES, bring it to any Travel Money Oz store and we'll convert it back to AUD. If you originally bought your Kenyan Shillings from us, you may qualify for our Buy Back Bonus for even better value. Just bring your original receipt.

Kenya offers moderate value compared to Australia. Safari packages can be expensive (often the biggest cost), but everyday expenses like food, local transport, and accommodation are reasonably priced. A meal at a local restaurant might cost 500-1,000 KES, street food is cheaper, and matatu rides are very affordable. Nairobi and coastal resorts are pricier, while rural areas offer better value. Your Australian dollars provide decent purchasing power in Kenya.

Yes, tipping safari guides is expected and greatly appreciated in Kenya. Safari guides work hard to provide memorable wildlife experiences and tipping is a significant part of their income. A general guideline is 1,000-2,000 KES per guest per day for your main safari guide, 500-1,000 KES per day for safari drivers, and 500-1,000 KES per day collectively for lodge or camp staff. Always tip in Kenyan Shillings cash.