The Journal

Honest notes on Nairobi.

Real numbers, real logistics, no fluff. The advice we give our own guests, published.

14 May 2025 · 6 min read

Landing in Nairobi: your first 24 hours, organised

From the JKIA arrivals hall to your first proper meal — the exact sequence we plan for every guest, and why order matters.

28 April 2025 · 8 min read

What things actually cost in Nairobi (2025 edition)

Park fees, private drivers, a good dinner, a great hotel — real numbers, because visible pricing is the whole point of what we do.

10 April 2025 · 7 min read

The diaspora guide to a proper homecoming trip

Balancing family time, the trip you owe yourself, and the logistics of travelling as a group — without becoming the family travel agent.