Is it easy to get a taxi in Nairobi?


Is it easy to get a taxi in Nairobi? How to get a Taxi in Nairobi. Taxis in Nairobi don't go around looking for passengers, but you can find them parked on every other street corner in the city centre. At night they're found outside restaurants, bars and nightclubs.


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.


What is the best way to get around Nairobi?

Expats or travellers who are only in the city for a short time and do not have a company car will find that taxis are the most convenient and perhaps the safest way to travel around Nairobi. Taxis can be easily found near international hotels, at most tourist sites, in the city centre and near shopping malls.


Which taxi app works in Nairobi?

What are the Top Taxi Apps in Nairobi?
  • Uber. Uber is one of the most well-known ride-hailing apps worldwide, and Nairobi is no exception. ...
  • Bolt (formerly Taxify) Bolt, formerly known as Taxify, is another popular ride-hailing app in Nairobi. ...
  • Click Taxi (Formerly Clickcabs) ...
  • Hava. ...
  • JIMCAB. ...
  • Little Cab. ...
  • MARAMOJA Driver. ...
  • Mondo Ride.


How safe is Kenya for tourists?

We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Kenya overall due to the high crime levels and the threat of terrorist attack. Higher levels apply in some areas.


How long does it take to get out of Nairobi airport?

Arriving passengers must count an average of 20 to 30 minutes to complete the formalities of police and customs and to retrieve their luggage.


How do I get from Nairobi Airport to the city?

You can choose either a taxi, bus or mini-bus. There are various taxi companies operating at Nairobi Airport. A taxi journey will take around 40 minutes depending on whether you are travelling during peak traffic time and the cost will be approximately 40€ (4,500KES). You can also choose to travel by public bus.


Is it safe to get an Uber in Nairobi?

I have used Uber consistently in Nairobi since May 2015. My opinion (and that of several other friends/family living in Nairobi) = its a complete no-brainer to use Uber instead of other Taxi companies because its cheaper, safer, better service, less hassle, more convenient etc.