Six Tips for planning your trip to Nairobi, Kenya

May 24, 2011 in Kenya by TravelReflex Team

If you are planning to visit Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, there are some tips for you:

 

1. The following airlines fly to Nairobi, Kenya: Virgin Airlines,Kenya AirwaysJetlinkFly 540, OneJetOne, EastAfrica, Tourkish Airlines, BrtitishAirways etc.

 

Kenya Airways is the most recommended airline for comfort and high quality service.

 

2. How much is the taxi to Nairobi from the airport? The taxi will cost you $23-25 one way to the centre of Nairobi. But remember Saturday is the church day in Kenya and you might get stuck in traffic on your way to the hotel.

 

3. How much will accommodation cost in Nairobi? Accommodation is expensive in Nairobi. The price of a room in the hotel starts from $100 per night. If you organise a budget travel to Nairobiyou will be looking for a bed in hostel. There is one hostel which is located 10-15 min walk to the centre of Nairobi: Nairobi International Youth Hostel where you can book a bed from $10 per night. Hostel does not have high standards but if you are looking for a cheap place to stay for a night or so, it will be a good solution for you. There is a small canteen next to the hostel where you can buy a meal and drink for $5.

 

 

 

4. Smoking Free Country. You cannot smoke in Kenya on the street. You can be arrested.  Smoke at the bar, which have the terrace or in the hotel/hostel area.

 

5. Where to go in Nairobi? While you are in Nairobi, visit National Park. It will cost you $100 per person for 4-5 hours. Or book a safari from $120.00 per day. You can always walk around the city and take pictures with the monuments.

 

6. Nairobi During the night. Nairobi becomes dangerous during the night. There are still some places where you do not go even during the day, like Moi Avenue.