How do people in Kenya move around?


How do people in Kenya move around?

Getting Around in Kenya
  • By Air. Most visitors arrive via Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi. ...
  • By Bus. Kenya offers a network of long distance bus lines; however, the journey can be bumpy and dusty so pick a reputable bus company for long journeys. ...
  • By Matatu. ...
  • By Train. ...
  • By Rental Car.


Do I need cash in Nairobi?

Most traders will insist on cash (Kenyan or dollars) or mobile money transactions, so be sure to convert some USD to Kenyan shilling. If you go shopping in the supermarkets and local stores, you will use cards and Kenyan money to clear the bill.


Is Kenya safe to travel now?

Exercise increased caution in Kenya due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, and kidnapping. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.


Why road transport is popular in Kenya?

Roads became the major link between the urban areas and the rural hinterlands, although they were developed in colonial times as a subsidiary to the railway line running from Mombasa to the western parts of the country.


What are the 3 main modes of transportation?

Transport modes are the means supporting the mobility of passengers and freight. They are mobile transport assets and fall into three basic types; land (road, rail, pipelines), water (shipping), and air.