Nairobi Airport Transfer: Private Pickup & Hotel Drop-off

Your driver is waiting at arrivals with your name on a sign

You're picked up at arrivals by a named driver with your flight details already in his system. The transfer to your downtown Nairobi hotel is private, the price is fixed before you land, and the driver waits if your flight is late. Drop-off happens at your hotel, and 24-hour support is included if you need it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Airport transfer to Nairobi hotel

• Arrive at Nairobi airport
• Look for driver with name sign
• Contact hotline if needed
• Transfer to downtown Nairobi hotel
• Driver waits if flight delayed

The experience

You land at Jomo Kenyatta, clear immigration, and walk out to the arrivals hall. Your driver is already there: approved, holding a sign with your name. No negotiation at the curb, no hunting for a taxi rank, no guessing which minibus goes where. The transfer from Nairobi airport to your downtown hotel is arranged. You get in, and the drive begins.

The driver tracks your flight in real time, so if you're delayed on the tarmac or the visa queue backs up, he knows. He'll wait. There's no meter running, no pressure to move faster, no surprise charge at the end. English is spoken, which matters when you're tired and just landed. If anything goes wrong (a missed turn, a question about the route, a problem with the booking), 24-hour customer support is a call away, and the contact details are on your voucher.

Downtown Nairobi hotels are the drop-off point. The driver knows the area and the routes that work at different times of day. You arrive at your accommodation without the friction of arranging local transport on your first hours in Kenya, which is exactly what makes this transfer worth booking instead of figuring it out yourself.

What’s included

One-way private transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to your downtown Nairobi hotel, an English-speaking driver, flight tracking so the driver knows when you land, and waiting time if your flight is delayed. 24-hour customer support is included, and specialized infant seats are available on request.

Options for this experience

2 options

Normal sedanGuide in 12 languages · No fixed timeStandard saloon cars are what we provide. Pickup is included.

Comfortable spacious CarGuide in 12 languages · No fixed timeFor this option, a roomy luxury vehicle is used, most often a Toyota Alphard or Prado. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (11 to 98 years) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Danish, Dutch, Norwegian, Russian and Swedish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by PERFECT WILDERNESS TOURS AND SAFARIS

Is this one for you?Book this if you land in Nairobi and want to reach your hotel without arranging transport, negotiating a fare, or waiting in a taxi queue: the fixed price and flight tracking are what remove that friction from your arrival.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Norwegian, Russian, Swedish, Chinese, Danish and Dutch.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What if my flight is delayed?

The driver tracks your flight and waits. There's no extra charge for delays.

Where exactly does the driver pick me up?

At the arrivals hall at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Look for the driver holding a sign with your name.

Is the price fixed or metered?

Fixed price. You agree the cost when you book. There are no additional charges.

What if I need to contact the driver or support?

24-hour customer support is available. Contact details are on your voucher.

Do I need to provide flight details in advance?

Yes. Provide your full flight details when you book so the driver can track your arrival.

Where is the hotel drop-off?

Any hotel within downtown Nairobi.