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Moi International Airport (MBA) → Voi (Tsavo East) transfer

Voi, the gateway town for Tsavo East National Park, is 152 km from Moi International Airport; the private transfer takes about 186–233 minutes and a standard car usually costs around €110–145. The ride ends in Voi town, close to the park's Voi gate, which makes it a practical first step for a beach-and-safari trip.

From
Moi International Airport (MBA)
To
Voi (Tsavo East)
Distance
152 km
Typical drive
186–233 min

Inside the park, game drives and lodge transfers are arranged separately with your lodge or safari operator.

On the Mombasa–Nairobi highway

From the airport the driver joins the main highway towards Nairobi at Miritini and climbs inland past Mariakani and Mackinnon Road. This is Kenya's main freight corridor, so expect long stretches behind trucks and slow overtaking. That, rather than the distance, explains the three to four hour drive time.

The landscape changes from coastal green to dry bush, and on clear days you can see the Taita Hills ahead as you approach Voi.

Before you book

Where the transfer ends
In Voi town or at a lodge or hotel on the town side of the Voi gate. Lodges deep inside the park are usually reached on safari vehicles.
Park fees
Park entry is paid separately and is not part of the transfer. Your lodge or safari operator can explain the current process.
Timing
Arriving in daylight makes the meeting with your safari operator easier, so a morning or midday landing suits this route best.

Prices, vehicles and luggage

A standard car for one to three passengers is usually around €110–145; a minivan for up to about seven usually costs around €140–180. Soft bags are easier to move into safari vehicles later, and some lodges and light aircraft limit bag sizes, so check this with your safari operator before you pack. If you plan to continue to the coast after the safari, keep beach items in a separate bag. The exact price is shown before you book and covers the full private ride.

Frequently asked questions

Does the transfer go into Tsavo East National Park?

No, it ends in Voi town near the Voi gate. Game drives and transfers to lodges inside the park are arranged separately.

How long does it take from Mombasa airport to Voi?

About 186–233 minutes for 152 km, mainly because of heavy truck traffic on the Nairobi highway.

Can I combine Tsavo East with a beach stay?

Yes. Many visitors spend a few days on safari and then transfer to Diani, Watamu or Malindi. Book each leg separately so times and prices fit.

How much does a minivan from MBA to Voi cost?

Typically around €140–180 for up to about seven passengers. The exact price appears before you confirm.

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