Uber Safari is Welcome to the Travel Party
Kenya is looking for avenues to grow its tourism numbers to 5 million by 2027 and encourage more consumption. This new distribution platform helps the tourism industry, writes Muthuri Kinyamu, […]..
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Uber Safari has launched in Kenya, offering tourists a new way to book safari experiences, a move welcomed by some in the tourism industry for its potential to boost visitor numbers and streamline operations. This new service allows users to book 4x4 safari Land Cruisers, aiming to address common challenges in safari bookings such as last-minute cancellations and payment processing.
- A Tourist service 4X4 safari Land Cruiser can be booked for Kes 25,000, accommodating up to 7 passengers with park entrance fees paid directly to KWS.
- The service is expected to help Kenya reach its goal of 5 million tourists by 2027.
- This platform addresses issues like last-minute trip cancellations and payment complexities, especially for clients paying with cards, by providing an integrated booking and payment system.
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Kenya Expands Transport and Tourism Services with New Rail, Air, and Safari Offerings - September 2025
Kenya has launched several new transport and tourism services to boost connectivity and travel experiences. A new Mombasa Commuter Rail Service was launched, featuring a 13.8-kilometre rehabilitated metre-gauge line connecting Mombasa town to the Madaraka Express SGR at Miritini, aiming to decongest the city. In the tourism sector, Uber Safari has launched a new service allowing users to book 4x4 safari Land Cruisers, which is expected to streamline operations and address challenges like last-minute cancellations. Additionally, Gulf-based carrier Flydubai is expanding its presence by launching new flights to Nairobi and increasing flight frequencies on its Mombasa route to strengthen connectivity between Kenya and Dubai.
