Table of contents
Introduction
Pre-departure safety tips
Be health aware
Property safety
Clothing to carry
Have some local knowledge
Hotel bookings
Plan to stay in touch
Travel documents and money
Arrival
Property safety at the Airport
Identifying a genuine airport staff
Pick up arrangements
Hotel
Identifying a safe hotel
General hotel safety tips
Traveling in Nairobi
Walking
Safety measures to observe when walking
Tips on finding directions
General guidelines to observe when walking
Road Transport
Safety measures to observe when using the public transport
Safety measures to observe when using car hire/ personal transportation
Driving requirements
Driving/ parking in deserted areas
General driving tips
Safety measures to observe when using a taxi
Rail transport
Safety measures to observe when using the train
Welcome to Nairobi
Nairobi is one of Africa's largest and most interesting cities. It's the capital city of Kenya. Within it you will find the central business district (down town) which is a great place to tune into the modern urban African life. Unfortunately like all other major cities it has a high crime rate and it's a place where you can easily get mugged hence the nickname "Nairobery" that stands as a well found warning to newly arrived tourists.
Despite the high levels of insecurity, Nairobi is a pleasant place to take a tour. Therefore this manual has comprehensive tips on how to keep safe in Nai...
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...Avoid traveling alone at night or drinking by yourself.
Carry only enough money and do not carry several credit/debit cards. There have been incidences where people have been forced by thieves to withdraw money.
Do not leave valuables openly displayed in the car. Always keep them in the trunk or well hidden in the car. Do this so as to avoid thieves breaking into your car when you are out clubbing.
Do not park far off from the club.
Works cited
Jaffer Ouma "Kenya's Profile" Kenya Institute of Education, 1998.
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www.afrigala.com
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www.majicalkenya.com
www.nairobi.hotels.com
www.ontdekkenya.com
www.penfamtours.com
www.trowoods.com
www.britishhighcommissiongov.uk
www.afriguide.com
www.travelocity.com
www.hostelafrica.com
www.safari.com/beforeyougo.asp
- You can open you car windows but keep your car doors and trunk closed.
United Nations Human Settelments Programme., 2007 Enhancing Urban Safety And Security, 1st edition, USA: UN-Habitat
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