Top 15 Private Drivers in Kenya

1.Safe and Private Airport transfer in Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $20Our pick

Meet a named chauffeur at Nairobi airport, then ride privately in an air-conditioned vehicle to a downtown hotel. Drivers such as David, Jane, and Harrison are praised for clear communication, safe driving, and useful city tips. Westlands, Karen, and Naivasha cost extra.

“Highly recommend having this set up in place because you can get into a sea of taxi drivers shouting and harassing you as soon as you step outside of airport, it can be chaotic after a 20hr trip!! Yes, they do have Uber and it is cheaper but for Read more”

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2.Coffee Factory and Farm Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 60 reviews · 4 hours · from $24

Spend four hours traveling from Nairobi to Fairview Coffee Estate in Limuru, where guides such as Elvis and James explain coffee growing, processing, roasting, and brewing. Walk nearly 100 acres of coffee, taste at least two Fairview brands, and buy ground or whole-bean coffee to take home.

“The tour was absolutely amazing, the guide grew up on a coffee farm so she is passionate when she talks about coffee. I have a new appreciation for coffee after the tour. The transport was great, we were late to go to the pick up point and the transport collected us from the hotel and took us on a tour around Nairobi. We did pay a little extra for the additional tour but it made our life so much easier. The coffee tour is a definite yes if you around Nairobi.”

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3.Safe and Executive Airport transfer in Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $40

Travel privately between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and your Nairobi hotel or residence in an air-conditioned car or minivan. Your driver meets you in arrivals with a paper showing your name. The service runs daily, includes luggage space, and may use a toll road to reduce traffic delays.

“Service from this company was perfect! Jane was our driver and she was on time, professional and such a nice, warm person. We highly recommend Jane and this company.”

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4.Mwashi Airport Transfer & Taxi

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews

Book a private Nairobi airport transfer for up to five people at $27 per group. Mwashi offers pickup at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, hotel and city transfers, SGR connections, and 24-hour contact. Driver George also provides optional city stops such as the Kenya National Museum.

“The driver left me stranded, 8 had to go.l though a long line for immigration and luggage scan. After disembarking from the plane driver did not wait for me to complete the process. Or return my call. I do not recommend them at all!”

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5.From Mombasa Airport: Diani transfer in a minivan (5 pax)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews

Travel privately from Moi International Airport to your Diani hotel in an air-conditioned Toyota Noah, Nissan Serena, or similar minivan. Your driver meets you by name, handles the public ferry fee, helps with luggage, and provides door-to-door service for up to five people.

“Amazing transfers from Mombasa SGR & Mombasa Airport to any of your Destination. Faith Cabs Services offers an all inclusive friendly pickups and dropping at your convinience. Contact whatsapp +254714322323”

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6.From JKIA Airport: Nairobi private transfer in a car (3 pax max)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews

Book a private one-way transfer between JKIA, Wilson Airport, and a Nairobi hotel. Your driver handles luggage, waits up to 45 minutes for delays, and shares practical city advice. The listed sedan serves up to three people, with hotel drop-off at the door.

“My driver found me immediately amidst a very busy arrivals area. We got to my hotel promptly and efficiently. He was pleasant, professional and a very good driver.”

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7.Private One-Way Transfer from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · from $27

Book a private one-way ride between Nairobi hotels, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, and Wilson Airport. A driver meets you with a name card, helps with luggage, and takes your group door to door. Samuel, Stephen, Francis, and Francis Ngei have handled past rides, with WhatsApp updates available.

“The driver was on time and communicated when he arrived. He was very professional and we arrived at the airport in a timely manner. I would book again.”

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8.Private Luxury car hire for transfer from Nairobi to Arusha

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews

Ride from Nairobi to Arusha in a private, air-conditioned Alphard minivan for up to five people. Your driver handles the Namanga border process, provides bottled water, and can arrange hotel or airport pickup. Driver David is especially praised for careful driving and helpful service.

“David was our driver. He was knowledgeable, helpful and a careful driver. There was much confusion with our booking, and we regretted that David was not our driver on our return from Arusha to Nairobi.”

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9.Horseback Wildlife Safari with Transfer & Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $235

You’ll leave Nairobi for Naivasha, meet a calm, well-cared-for horse, and ride through open savannah with a guide. Expect giraffes, zebras, and antelopes, plus return hotel or Airbnb transfers. The ride suits beginners, but confirm the exact ride length and follow your guide’s instructions closely.

“Very well organized - smooth from start to finish and communication was prompt. As a visitor, the guides were very helpful and everyone spoke clear English! 10/10, would go again with this operator. Safari itself was amazing - this place is beautiful!! Overall, well worth it from all aspects and looking forward to booking another tour.”

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10.Airport transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews

Book a private airport transfer with Destinazione Kenya Tours and Safaris from MOI International Airport or Malindi Airport to Diani or Watamu. Kish and Matthew coordinate pickups, while experienced drivers handle the roads. Your group of up to seven gets an air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi, and bottled water.

“Great offer. Contact Matthew/Kish directly and he will give you a great service and a lot of good recommendations on the way. We enjoyed and great help when travelling with children.”

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11.Private Transfer from Mombasa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $35

Book a private Mombasa County transfer with pickup where you need it and a vehicle class that fits your party. Your driver meets you with your name printed for easy identification. Airport runs, Diani trips, and short-notice rides are available, with drivers such as Agade offering route help along the way.

“With driver Agade as our driver, our journey to Diani from Mombasa was a good experience. Agade was always ready to listen and he was very interactive and well informed. I and my friends promise to travel again and again with Private Transfer.”

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12.Safe Private Airport transfer in Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $30

Pre-book a private ride from Nairobi airport to any downtown hotel for $30 per person. Your driver tracks the flight, waits through delays and customs, and meets you with a name sign. Drivers such as Nuru can also help with currency exchange, luggage, and basic local tips.

“Naru Rajabu was excellent. He was on time, friendly and efficient. Will absolutely book through this service again in the future!”

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13.E-Bike/Cycling Wildlife Safari with Transfer & meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $155

You’ll ride a standard bicycle or quality e-bike through a private conservancy near Nairobi with guides Noah and Dennis helping from trail to transfer. Expect giraffes, zebras, impalas, wildebeest, ostriches, and warthogs, followed by a three-course meal by the river.

“This ebike safari was excellent - it was very enjoyable due to the excellent quality of the ebike and our guides knowledge and expertice. It was a great way to see the animals including giraffes, impala, and ostriches. Dennis, the driver who picked me up and brought me back to my hotel was also very friendly and informative. This is a great activity to consider when on holiday in Nairobi and Kenya.”

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14.Private Arrival Transfer in Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Meet your driver at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, then ride privately to your Nairobi hotel in an air-conditioned luxury van. The service runs 24 hours a day, includes luggage assistance, and may take about an hour downtown or two hours outside the city, traffic permitting.

“Driver was there to meet us at the airport despite our flight being late and the time it took to go through customs. Vehicle was exceptionally clean and driver pointed out various sites in Nairobi on the trip to our hotel. It gave us peace of mind to have this all arranged ahead of time as we were unfamiliar with Nairobi.”

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15.Private Departure Transfer in Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Leave your Nairobi hotel in a private, air-conditioned van for up to four people. Your driver meets you, handles the ride to JKIA, and assists you toward the departure lounge. Allow four to five hours before your flight because Nairobi traffic can be slow and unpredictable.

“Driver was right on time and made sure we got to airport well in advance of our flight taking into account potential traffic issues, etc. We elected to prearrange our airport transportation through Viator because we had extra luggage due to prior stop in Tanzania to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro. Van was clean and nice, driver was very professional.”

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