Your Kilifi trip, step by step
Visas, flights, transfers, money, weather and where to stay — all in one place. Always verify with official sources before you travel.
Visa Guide (eTA)
Who needs Kenya's eTA, how to apply, documents and processing times.
Getting to Kilifi
By air, road, SGR train, bus and private transfer — with a distance table.
Currency & M-Pesa
Kenyan Shilling, live converter, ATMs, M-Pesa, cards and tipping.
Travel Essentials
What to pack, plugs, SIM cards, health, vaccinations and dress code.
Getting Around
Tuk-tuks, boda-bodas, matatus, taxis, car and bicycle hire.
Weather
Live forecast, 7-day outlook and the best months to visit.
Accommodation
Search villas, resorts, holiday homes and backpacker stays.
Safety
Beach, water, road and health safety, plus traveller tips.
How to get here
By air
Fly into Moi International Airport (MBA), Mombasa (~1 hr to Kilifi by road), or Malindi Airport (MYD) (~1 hr). Nairobi's JKIA connects internationally; domestic flights serve Mombasa, Malindi and Vipingo.
By road
The Mombasa–Malindi road (A7) runs through Kilifi. From Mombasa it's about 60 km; from Nairobi ~520 km via the A109.
By SGR train + transfer
Take the Madaraka Express SGR from Nairobi to Mombasa, then a road transfer (~1 hr) to Kilifi.
By bus / matatu
Buses and matatus run Nairobi–Mombasa–Kilifi and Mombasa–Malindi via Kilifi frequently.
Distance & time from
| From | Distance | Travel time |
|---|---|---|
| Mombasa | ~60 km | ~1 hr by road |
| Malindi | ~60 km | ~1 hr by road |
| Nairobi | ~520 km | ~7–8 hrs by road / 1 hr flight |
| Watamu | ~25 km | ~30 min by road |
| Mtwapa | ~20 km | ~25 min by road |
Getting around Kilifi
Tuk-tuks
Ideal for short trips around town. Fares are estimates — agree before you ride.
Boda-boda (motorbike)
Fast for short distances. Always wear a helmet and use a registered rider.
Matatus
Shared minibuses on set routes — the cheapest option between towns.
Taxis & ride-hailing
Taxis are common; Uber/Bolt availability varies — confirm before relying on them.
Car hire
Available in Mombasa and Kilifi; a 4x4 helps for inland and forest routes.
Bicycle hire
Great for beach areas like Bofa and Watamu. Bring water and sun protection.
Fares are estimates and change over time. Confirm current prices locally.
Live weather in Kilifi
Kilifi Weather
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