Getting Here
By Road (Bridge & Highway)
Access Mombasa North Coast via Nyali Bridge from Mombasa Island.
Tuktuks, taxis, Uber and Bolt operate widely.
By Air
Moi International Airport (MBA) is approximately:
- 14–18 km to North Coast hotels
- 25–35 minutes by taxi
- Uber / Bolt: KES 550 – 1,100
- Airport Taxi: KES 1,200 – 2,000
- Hotel & group shuttles available
By Train (SGR – Madaraka Express)
From Mombasa Terminus (Miritini):
- 18–22 km to North Coast
- 35–55 minutes travel time
- Uber / Bolt: KES 600 – 1,200
- Taxi: KES 1,500 – 2,500
Available Transport Modes
- Uber / Bolt (24 hrs)
- Taxis (airport & town)
- Matatus (very affordable)
- Tuktuks (KES 80 – 200)
- Group shuttle vans
Travel Notes
- Most hotels offer airport pickup on request
- Nyali Bridge is the main North Coast gateway
- Avoid peak traffic (7–9 AM, 4–7 PM)
Recommended Hotels – North Coast
Suggested accommodation near the festival venue.
Budget / Affordable
- PrideInn Express Nyali
16 km from airport · Uber 600–1,000 KES
Clean rooms, near Nyali Mall - Midview Hotel Nyali
Uber 700–1,100 KES · Pool · Group friendly
Mid-Range
- CityBlue Creekside Hotel
Waterfront · Uber 550–950 KES - PrideInn Nyali
Taxi 1,200–1,800 KES · Near malls
High-End / Resorts
- Serena Beach Resort & Spa
5★ beachfront · Taxi 1,500–2,500 KES - Voyager Beach Resort
Full-board resort · Uber 800–1,200 KES - PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort
Waterpark · Ideal for large groups
