In a previous article (A Plot for Sunday), I shared my experience onboard the SGR passenger train from Nairobi to Suswa. If you would like to take a similar ride, below are the details on the Schedule, Operating days, Stations along the line, Prices and How to book the train tickets. About the Nairobi to …
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Mt. Satima. Nothing I had read weeks leading to this day prepared me for the Mountain. At an elevation of about 4000m, I imagined something more difficult than Elephant Hill – also in the Aberdares – which was my last serious hike more than a year before. There was a voice telling me not to …
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Have you ever wanted to travel around Africa while experiencing her beautiful landscapes and immersing yourself in the culture of the land? Do mountains and hills, sunsets and sunrises, whistling trees and sight of a flying flock of birds set your feet to tapping? Are you the type that loves listening to the music of …
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Nairobi Commuter Railway (NCR) is a rail service that connects the Nairobi Central Business District with suburbs and settlements out of the city. The rail service plays a major role in the public transport system. Currently, there are five (5) daily train services that ferry passengers to and from Nairobi CBD both in the morning …
SGR Madaraka Express Train Tickets Booking, Refunds and Rescheduling. On June 01, 2019, Kenya Railways made improvements (Refunds and Rescheduling) on the Madaraka Express train service between Nairobi and Mombasa. Effective on the mentioned date, the improvements were meant to make the passenger service more efficient. Some of the improvements – by January 2020 – …
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In this Backpacking Jinja guide, you’ll find tips on how to get there, travel requirements, things to see and do, where to stay and activities in Jinja, Uganda. Jinja travel Requirements for Kenyans Valid travel passport (Or Pass). Yellow Fever vaccination card. Money to support your trip. Means of Transport. Accommodations options: You don’t have …
Camping is one of the best recreational activities to engage in. It is a raw way to experience the outdoors in a calm, quiet and relaxed environment. Contrary to what you might think, there are actually several different types of camping in Kenya. Each of them varies slightly, as they have different styles and rules …
What Are The Top 10 Internship Abroad Opportunities? Are you considering an internship abroad opportunity? Many programs around the world offer these types of programs. Each program varies depending on location, price, and popularity. Unfortunately, it can be almost impossible to find the ideal internship program for your needs. However, the following guide is designed …
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Nairobi on a Budget: 5 Day Trips in Nairobi What do you do when you want to have a fun weekend but can’t get away to Maasai Mara or Diani because your finances are set up a whole other way? Or as we like to say in Kenya, the month is around the corner? Well, …
Planning a Backpacking Africa trip? The Resource links below consist of valuable information to help you travel more and better. The resources include first-hand experiences and stories from my backpacking trips around the continent. Here you will find everything from Accommodation, Buses, Trains, Tips, Tools and Travel Guides. Resource Links for Most Read Pages and …
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Travel Tips to Help you Plan Your Trip Are you planning to travel? If so, read on to find out how to prepare your trip. Travel planning is very important as it can make your trip very enjoyable or a nightmare. That said, here are tips from an expert vagabond: 1. Avoid Over Packing Many …
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Platforms/Websites for Experiential Travel When traveling to a new destination, travelers look forward to local experiences. This calls for a need to have a local host or guide. Traveling this way gives you an opportunity to see the less known attractions, eat food you’ve never heard of, and experience the local culture in a way …
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