Scams VS kindness: first day in Kenya, Africa 🇰🇪 Nairobi

As soon as you get out of the airport in Nairobi, Kenya, the taxi drivers are gonna try to scam you and... not only them! I'm moving to Kenya and this adventure in Africa begins with an exciting story of being scammed that I'll remember forever!
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[@MichelePonte]

A local Kenyan just told me that he himself would never take the taxi from the airport (just Uber) and that the most expensive bus trip from the farthest part of town to the city center of Nairobi is 150 KES. Said so, on the second bus they asked me 50 KES. I gave him 100 cause the guy was honest. 👇 Support my trips and tips :) www.patreon.com/micheleponte www.paypal.me/micheleponte Thank you!

[@bwiznation]

So she charged you 500shs to that Cabanas point,,, that's a lot

[@coversongs254]

I feel mad because the amount you paid the first bus is 10 times more than what you should have paid....

[@coversongs254]

next time you using a public transport call me...Ill be your tour guide for free.

[@bwiznation]

@@coversongs254 yes the place was to be 50Bob and he ended up paying 500Bob,,,I saw some African Americans crying for being charged Outrageous prices in the Gambia,,,Am surprised we have that here too

[@alfridahabuga8296]

Safe stay thank you for visiting Kenya,

[@DanChrispine]

All Kenyans here. If you agree this is wrong, lets meet at citi hoppa's twitter page. The bus number is 246 (kbx 962h).

[@KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer]

God bless you!

[@garamabe6891]

Dan Chrispine are you this agitated when Kenyan taxpayers are robbed billions of shillings or is it that because huyu ni mzungu? Hata kama ni kujipendekeza wewe umezidi

[@arginaroor7035]

@@garamabe6891 si only a mzungu hawa watu hukuwa na tabia mbaya kucharge more hata qwa raia.

[@enockken5044]

kujipendekeza nayo huyu ni mzungu

[@Nawa_couture]

Yes yes...lets make this trend on Twitter kenyans need to learn how to behave

[@Watfordfc2030]

This happens in every country in the world unfortunately. I’ve met many Kenyans and they are so lovely and honest , loved the video and Kenya has so much to offer

[@kaykay5605]

Am kenyan and i wanna know where you met these honest kenyans

[@nellatl]

Too many scammers in Kenya

[@KenAbroad]

Kenya already looks like a real travel ADVENTURE and you just even arrived at your apartment 😄

[@MichelePonte]

Yeah, it’s thrilling at any given moment 😅

[@misscayte7178]

You should visit

[@jasonnduko9390]

That bus lady frm airport conned u,u were t pay 50shs

[@misscayte7178]

@@jasonnduko9390 you know I was still trying to figure out how you can pay 500ksh from the airport to town.... Ai Ata Uber hangelipa ivk

[@growingupfuture4324]

That's the spirit...kind sir 😂👏🤝💯

[@misskanyared]

She scammed you because you were the only person in the bus. If other local passengers were aboard, they'd never let you get scammed like so. Sorry for that experience

[@MichelePonte]

I’ve learned from it

[@jaymickgraphics7215]

@@MichelePonte This is fun welcome to 254😅😅😅.

[@kevinkaranja8507]

This is wrong. She overcharged you and avoided to pick passengers so that you don't hear the right fee.

[@soothingrelaxingtime8976]

And so you paid for the whole seats

[@gracempowerd1236]

@misskanyared I agree with you if there were people on the bus she wouldn't have charged him more Kenyan people wouldn't allow that. Anyway @micheleponte welcome to Kenya

[@valeriekutswa5463]

Kenyans we need to find this lady... she scammed this man bad

[@leahbuluku8935]

This lady shd be charged. Stealing from foreigners. I am ashamed of her please look for her

[@growingupfuture4324]

It happens

[@leahbuluku8935]

@@cytkl does not mean that we should encourage theft under any circumstances. Two wrongs will not make a right. Being honest is the best policy to follow. So should we all be theives just because foreigners do not care about us????? I don't really get your reasoning

[@leahbuluku8935]

@@cytkl please don't tell me nonsense. There is karma for well deserved cases and then their is just bitterness or revenge. I won't agree with your way of thinking so please don't try to sell it off me. I have travelled abroad and was treated very well with foreigners. Am not going to be biased or support something wrong just because you got treated wrong and even if I was treated badly I would not revenge just for the sake by supporting theft. Theft is theft. Full stop

[@acetabulam]

@@leahbuluku8935 She has some "jumpy" reasoning. First assuming all foreigners treat you like trash, then secondly she says karma. Defo nnot worth arguing with

[@martinnjiru4567]

Foreigners scam us all the time big time.. Check the cost of the sgr

[@unstablexia1150]

Im kenyan and i feel ashamed....the bus to town is 50kshs and a uber from airport to town is usually 450kshs(4.50$) sorry you had to go through that

[@MichelePonte]

No worries, at least now we have an interesting video :)

[@DerrickWesonga]

Same. It went from 50 to 200 to 500!!!

[@monicahjoseph6984]

@@DerrickWesonga it soo bad because st first he was told that its 50shilling then later they told him200 now then 500..i felt very sorry

[@eunicewairimu5015]

@@MichelePonte next time pay 50 shillings only, that shameless woman conned you 450 shillings!!, it's usually 50 shillings around the city

[@somina4003]

What a shame! She should be tracked and get fired.

[@samueldandy4532]

someone should track that video and post in facebook that lady needs to be exposed

[@KenOmollo]

@@cytkl tafuta daktari. Uko na shida mob sana. Thoughts and prayers.

[@natureworld295]

@@samueldandy4532 stop poking your nose in to people's businesses . kenya doesnt have fixed prices on transport. You charge what you can

[@samueldandy4532]

@@cytkl mbona unafuata hii channel si ujitoe basi

[@samueldandy4532]

@@cytkl siujitoe hii channel basi nyi ndo wale wenye wivu hamna kakitu kazi nikuhate umesota unaleta stress hapa

[@10DGjoHnSon]

This guy is a street smart genius. How tf you come from Europe and walk from Bomb last to Ngara?! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MichelePonte]

Ahah, I’ve got some experience 😅

[@Barbara-dt3zq]

Lol! I'm shocked too! Kenyans get lost in that city!🙈

[@asagarama4708]

some would get lost even before Belle view

[@jmjcoast]

As a Kenyan living in UK, this is really shameful,.

[@MichelePonte]

Most Kenyans are not like that

[@Honest_Man]

You had to tell us that you live in the UK

[@baeyvonne5861]

@@Honest_Man aki wewe😹😹 😹😹😹wacha mwenzako ashine

[@ameliawayua142]

Seriously very bad and big shame they forget kuna wakenya wengi tunaishi inch za wenyewe actually it hurt me. That's not good at all.

[@oyalowycliffe6963]

blah blah blah infact we should be ashamed for letting you call yourself a kenyan

[@epicstevens7106]

This is wholesome content. Very raw and real. No filters. I'm looking forward to more videos from you.

[@MichelePonte]

Thank you, Epic! More to come every other day!

[@denniskaringithi2]

I'm a local and I'd never take the bus from the airport... the hustle just isn't worth it. Call an Uber or a Little Cab (also a taxi app) and save yourself the hustle. You might also want to consider getting a local to show you around.. perhaps one of your neighbours at your apartment..

[@MichelePonte]

I've already a couple of friends, you'll see them on Wednesday and Friday's videos :)

[@Aptidon]

As a kenyan am ashamed of that women on the bus took advantage of a foreigner,she scammed you almost 300/=

[@MichelePonte]

No worries, I know that most Kenyans aren’t like that

[@tonybuku]

As a visitor I'd advise you if you don't have a local guide just use a cub until you get familiar with the Kenyan street you can start moving about with matatus.

[@MichelePonte]

I have Kenyans friends and I’m a fast learner, so hopefully it was just the first day that was messy

[@darelet]

@@MichelePonte For security reasons, not even getting scammed. You end up the wrong side of Nairobi your belongings, including your camera and memoirs will find an unsolicited porter who'll turn into a salesman for the same to some lucky buyer in a bumper deal, hoping you are not harmed in the process

[@explosive_sports]

Scamming people is a norm in Nairobi. Not only foreign nationals get scammed, but locals too. Nairobi is a dangerous city for all unsuspecting newcomers and I wish the government would do something to curb this by making it a serious criminal offense.

[@nellatl]

Yes. I got scammed too much

[@WanguiYvonne]

I can imagine how confusing it is. Especially in a new city

[@MichelePonte]

Yes, exactly

[@lifeoflimitlessvibez]

OMG.... Those people are scammers. I know how they operate just like in Barcelona be very careful. Contact a local youtuber called African Traveler to show you around.

[@MichelePonte]

I'll check his channel, thank you!

[@BetzalEl]

@@MichelePonte I agree, African Traveler loves helping youtubers. You'll enjoy Kenya much more with a local to advice you.

[@violeta1533]

Yes look for african traveller and youll be sorted! Karibu Kenya

[@spenzerkamal1625]

Definitely look for that guy,African traveller

[@irisduba4117]

You should download the app Pickaboo, it shows how much the rides are, so you are never overcharged again and you can pay online if you want and book a seat

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks for the suggestion 🙂

[@ameliawayua142]

Yeah, that's better than wasting your money with corn.

[@dukepaulmuindi8727]

You are a real tourist... I like the way you are on your own, and the way you interact with the public in person. welcome to kenya

[@MichelePonte]

You are the type of Kenyans I love, thank you for understanding what I’m doing!

[@hornphister5696]

here I am sitting in Australia unable to leave my own country for the whole year and you're travelling all around the world haha

[@MichelePonte]

Well, I travel for all the people that can't :)

[@kevinkoech3288]

Am really sorry for that. In kenya we don't like when someone takes advantage of another person

[@MichelePonte]

Asante, Kevin 🙏

[@TravelersThread]

Oh you make me miss Africa so much. I find myself trying to imagine the depth of history and culture, sacrifice, triumphs and struggles of people as well... that created the powerful city of Nairobi. East Africa, almost all of the earliest skeletal remains of our human ancestors are found in this area of the world and nowhere else.... It is in the adventure and uncertainties of the journey, the beautiful chaos of it all that makes life worth living. 👍 Thanks for taking us there Michele.

[@Tomsawyerspit]

Well said

[@MichelePonte]

Thank you, Erin 🙂

[@TravelersThread]

Tomsawyer aww thanks Paul. Can’t wait to chat with you sometime in the next live stream!

[@Tomsawyerspit]

@@TravelersThread Anytime Erin , looking forward to it !

[@faithmungai6149]

Hey Mitchele ponte... Just stumbled upon this vlog.... Hope you get to experience the beautiful things Kenya has to offer before you leave.. I suggest you watch Dave- Mani or adventure sighn of a little travel inspiration... I know Kenya has some down sides but it was beautiful experiences to share.... Be blessed and don't hesitate to ask for help Kenyans are the nicest people

[@MichelePonte]

Kenyans are beautiful people, I do agree! I've already a couple of friends, you'll see them on Wednesday and Friday's videos :)

[@faithmungai6149]

@@MichelePonte that's good to know... Hope you enjoy your stay...so much good to enjoy in Kenya.... Blessings to you

[@greenarmy561]

Wow, I would be a little scared being there, but we appreciate see it , so interesting, please be safe.

[@MichelePonte]

The risk is worth it 🙂

[@xchiangchung5675]

I would like to take you on that ride and realise its not complicated at all

[@mossadistanambassador5193]

@@bellaolum9768 Jaluo si mnapenda kujipendekeza kwa wazungu na wakikuyu?

[@bracoozito5461]

When you go to Italy remember me😂😂😂

[@MichelePonte]

I will 😁

[@mambofornasa]

Hizi ni gani?

[@mwauranjuguna1531]

Reminds me of Jesus and 2 thieves

[@graceotieno5055]

@@mwauranjuguna1531 😂

[@samuelmore2926]

😆😆😆😆😆

[@JayCeeMax]

Wow. I'm on the edge of my seat watching this. Good job.

[@MichelePonte]

This comment makes me smile a lot!

[@JayCeeMax]

@@MichelePonte 😃 Everyone is trying to get over on someone. It's crazy. Scam, lies, scam, everywhere.

[@MichelePonte]

The world is the same everywhere

[@JayCeeMax]

@@MichelePonte Yep. I was watching @A Stupid Tourist 's recent Turkey travels and it's the same junk.

[@ManiacsWorld]

Same here!

[@peternjoroge4024]

Great video, even us locals at times we fall victim of these scams but at most times we experience kindness.

[@AStupidTourist]

Ah the joys of landing in a new country and trying to get to your hotel without losing your shirt ... a great first Kenya video Michele ! Cheers . Keep an eye out for the Kenyan hockey team 😎

[@MichelePonte]

Ahahh, maybe I should go see them training!

[@Bobskiboy85]

Hahaha...i was getting worried for you mate, its a big culture shock Africa and just remember there are many good people but also many who have some angle or scam going on, so keep eyes open. Love the inflation on the bus once you have no choice and are underway...200, no that was here, you need 500 to go there lol. Take care.

[@MichelePonte]

Ahah, yep, the bus passed from 50 to 200 to 500!

[@Bobskiboy85]

@@irenedavo3768 sorry I only subscribe to people I choose to subscribe to myself.. If I happen to cross paths with that content one day and like it maybe.. Also I don't believe in using someone else's platform to post a message saying subscribe to someone.. Thanks.

[@andrealomb4649]

10:57 guy wearing Roma T shirt. Most exciting moment of the video

[@frankoseven]

Michele!!!! Niiice! New funny, strange and interesting videos incoming :D Can't wait to see more. Take care and always be smart ;)

[@MichelePonte]

Thank you, Frank, I’ll try 😅

[@kmuinde]

When at a bus stage just ask other passengers how much it costs to travel

[@MichelePonte]

I was alone

[@darelet]

Si hao maSoldier walimuambia 50 Bob

[@abdinasirmohamed2238]

@@darelet Yeah, and in les than few minutes he agreed to pay 200 as if he didn't remember well what the guys told him

[@mahmouddulajara7307]

Really feel ashamed as a Kenyan to see this happening in our mother land where kindness is what we are taught by our Grandparents

[@MichelePonte]

She is 1 person, she doesn’t represent the whole nation

[@mahmouddulajara7307]

On behalf of the bad ones we are sorry for that Kenya is full of good and nice people next time take your time and you will enjoy bro

[@mimi-dq3xc]

Props to you 👏 I was having anxiety just watching you navigate Nairobi by yourself

[@MichelePonte]

The important thing is that I made to where I needed to go🙂

[@frankondieki]

It's like he hired the bus😟🤣🤣 Common sense -there's free wifi at the airport, just download a taxi app and request a ride to your destination to avoid embarrassing yourself -it's crazy cheap; cheaper than the cost on your first bus.

[@MichelePonte]

I wanted the bus experience, but I ended up on the wrong one...

[@michaelmuiruri3623]

@@MichelePonte the bus isn't safe for a foreigner, it's very chaotic. get a trusted tour guide probably a youtuber .

[@bensonmwangi9101]

He is a traveller and he cares about experience and not comfort

[@thelordsfamily910]

This taxi drivers at the airport are very irritating... They need to be quing inside their taxis.. like other countries..aki c waufuata mtu vibaya... Anyway be blessed all🙏..

[@dunxelll]

Just trying to make it

[@Honest_Man]

I agree,,,,they behave like street Kidd begging for money

[@kendilavin]

😂😂😂😂true

[@mambofornasa]

That lady overcharged you, sorry for that experience! Trust your gut instincts when these desperate fellows approach you for favors, directing you to wherever you going, etc. Hope you enjoy your stay in Kenya...

[@MichelePonte]

I’m enjoying it, asante !

[@africaana]

I am a Kenyan living in the states and I applaud you for your confidence! I hate big cities especially if I do not speak the language! It’s a shame that people just feel they have to take advantage of others and do not even have a conscience!This was embarrassing to watch! Thanks for posting hope u enjoyed your stay.So sorry u were taken advantage of.

[@MichelePonte]

Thank you, Suzan!

[@jayjay4649]

My Hero back on the road,Enjoy my friend !!!

[@MichelePonte]

Thank you, Jay Jay!

[@joseckerambo2184]

Telling a visitor, "We'll drop you at bomb blast."😂 But you didn't feel scared? You must have known the place.

[@denzelkiptalam4150]

uyo msee alinimurder man

[@nicoldengenyakeye6905]

Buses (matatus) are kes 50 normally. The fancy ones will charge kes 80. Advice.. always keep a kes 100 note on the matatus. If you are not from here people will try to get extra from you

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks for the suggestion, Fencer!

[@donjoe2661]

I'm very much looking forwards to these videos. Be safe! I would always keep a small amount of cash with me in case someone tries to rob you. That way hopefully they will be happy with the little cash instead of making things worse or having to hand of your camera or phone.

[@MichelePonte]

Yeah, I was thinking the same...

[@sshem]

Why can't the Kenyan Governament or the airport officials get rid of these Taxi scammers at the airport , it's sickening

[@MichelePonte]

Yeah, in some countries they wait in line and they have a fixed price. I wish here it was the same

[@sshem]

@@MichelePonte hopefully those greedy pigs will implement this typa law

[@reubentv2948]

That lady on a bus conned you, this is wrong for her to charge her extra. Why con yet he is just a visitor?..am so ashamed of you citi hoppa...

[@stellanyagah7564]

This is very shameful lol

[@samueldandy4532]

Soo sad its like u go to a foreighn country so inmocent and they con u soo sad thieves

[@MabawaVocal]

@Salvatore Puglianello no we are good people here,its just that he did not have a guide,we love visitors,its just that in every country there are some few cornmen ready to pounce on new comers,come to kenya we love wazungu(white men)and we are peacefull too....these two three people did wrong

[@Tunawesmake]

@Salvatore Puglianello scams exist everywhere. Just about a dollar overcharge cannot be an excuse ...

[@janemisoko3635]

It's too bad to do that to a visitor, shame on her

[@milchshake4162]

THANKYOU BRO FOR MAKING SUCH A VIDEO, THIS WILL HELP REDUCE IF NOT STOP SCAMS AND CORRUPTION IN THE COUNTRY. REVOLUTION STARTS WITH YOU AND ME. I HOPE YOU ENJOYED YOUR STAY REGARDLESS OF THE TRICKSTERS✨😅🥂

[@MichelePonte]

You are welcome and I’m happy to read a comment like yours! Thank you so much!

[@fiuzamehwish9654]

I love when foreigners come to Kenya and I see their videos 😂

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks Fiuza 😁

[@blackgypsy440]

For a first timer, you handled it quite well, I wouldn't personally use the bus for obvious reasons. Either way Karibu Kenya. Have fun during your stay .

[@MichelePonte]

Thank you, Cynthia!

[@Jazzi32275]

Oh wow your in Africa now 👌 be safe brother 👍🙏🙏🙏🙏♥️

[@MichelePonte]

Be safe too!

[@Jazzi32275]

@@MichelePonte thanks bro .

[@robizzo44]

@@MichelePonte this guy thinks yo gonna be eaten by lions or hyenas or get robbed by a bunch of hooligans..totally ignorant person😅😅

[@jumahcollins]

just came across your channel today and I'm amazed, really sorry that you were scammed on your first day... hope you enjoy the rest of your stay....

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks a lot for subscribing, Juma!

[@mojestravel3702]

That KES:500 is enough to get you a taxi to the CBD if you were using Uber or bolt

[@bangkokandmore]

Nice to see you travel again, my friend...🙏❤

[@MichelePonte]

See you somewhere, my friend!

[@jason_gamez5966]

A good tip if you're in Kenya be careful in the bus's cause they are many thief's it is better to take a cab also visit the national park

[@MichelePonte]

Thank you!

[@annapresler9333]

Oh my gosh ! It is so scary ,I mean the surrounding ! But the people are very friendly , well i guest u like an adventure n exiting , good luck !

[@MichelePonte]

People are super friendly 🙂

[@Collins_Oloo]

Welcome to Kenya,just be careful, usipigwe ngeta!😂😂😂

[@high16200]

Hi Michele Kenya is a nice country with very kind hearted welcoming people and you will surely feel their hospitality. But you have to be careful with some scammers, I can not wait to see more. Good luck to my friend and stay safe.

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks a lot, Faisal!

[@KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer]

@faisal, Michele the KZbin Star is BACK!!!! We will be meeting soon in Rome for the Silver Button Award!!! He hit it out of the park with this one!

[@high16200]

@@MichelePonte :-)

[@high16200]

@@KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer Yes, the golden star is on the right track and anxiety of not being able to travel is gone, I see a new Michele this is his dream. He is in Africa now and it is an amazing experience and he can share his amazing adventures with his future children and grand kids. Kenya is a very nice place and the hospitality is overwhelming he just needs to be more careful to avoid the scammers besides he will spend a good time in Kenya.:-)

[@KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer]

@@high16200 I hope you will be with us at Michele's Silver Button Award ceremony! I am looking forward to meeting Michele, you, Randy, Alex and many more fellow travelers there! Michele said "BELIEVE IN YOUR DREAMS" now his are coming true!!!!

[@GordonTravels]

Enjoy the ride Michele! This is going to be an interesting and unexpected one. *Learn some Swahili words like 'Habari yako?' = How are you?, 'Nzuri sana' = Very Good, 'Asante' = Thank you, 'hapana asante' = No, Thanks ..... 😃*

[@MichelePonte]

Ahah, thank you! I’ve already had a crash curse today 😅

[@carolinetalam5832]

Karibu tena Gordon, i see that you learned alot

[@GordonTravels]

Some words from friends 😊

[@carolinetalam5832]

@@GordonTravels ooh, poa

[@lifeoflimitlessvibez]

Ahsante sana.....kiswahili mufti ( Thank you so much)

[@mrsinflames]

O man😬you know you will have to keep the videos comm'n,to know you are still welI☺️I was on the edge of my seat😬😂🍿

[@MichelePonte]

New video on Monday!

[@pauljones3557]

The taxis at the Nairobi airport ask 2000 ksh too the city center. The airport bus is only 80 ksh.

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks Paul!

[@davidoadero9614]

Yeah this is what I do pay when going to airport Everytime

[@ManiacsWorld]

Woah, that bus ride was a bit sketchy when they quickly jumped the price from 200 to 500 with some bogus reason, haha. Then where the first bus dropped you off was bit disconcerting. But you eventually got to your apartment so that is considered a success!

[@MichelePonte]

Having a video out is the success!

[@JakisoTheArtist]

I'm Kenyan and I know there is no way a bus would cost 500shs from the airport

[@olliew2932]

Jambo

[@JakisoTheArtist]

@@olliew2932 jambo!

[@ultra5612]

Bei ni 200, she made 300 extra

[@esternwairimu4959]

,🤦😁😁 Yaa that money was a lot for him paying

[@hughthomson6870]

Great you landed in Kenya, looking forward to your adventures ☺️

[@MichelePonte]

Thank you, Hugh!

[@cyrosemueni5269]

I live almost 60km from Nairobi city and I pay less than half of what you paid for that short trip. Very unfair

[@natureworld295]

Kwani unaishi nakuru 😂

[@Kenquinones]

Fratello mío. Awesome video. The chaos made me nervous. Always map out your day and eyes always open. Have fun

[@MichelePonte]

Thank you 🙂

[@abednego91]

That @Kenyabus lady should be arrested. That is too much scamming people. Uber is even cheaper to town than that 500ksh

[@oscarmusyoka1575]

Absolutely true

[@annetwanyama5580]

This guy, so brave he literally come to the local mwananchi level...yani ile uwonga yote wakenya huuza yani kuuza baridi na Hutu jamaa hakutoroka akiuliza ndenge itafika lini arudi kwao...ka mm naongopa kupanda mat konja nisipande ya nakuru nikiwa nataka kwenda ebu...nikijipata westlands na ebu ni thika road

[@bantuvoicemuchaikinuthia2536]

Some one just lost her job.... She over charged you on camera..... From the airport to cabanas should be 50...Or so...

[@MichelePonte]

I'll feel sorry about that, I just hope she'll learn from it and not lose her job.

[@bantuvoicemuchaikinuthia2536]

@@MichelePonte down app called bolt.its cheaper than uber...And the cars are Prety good...

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@Beingme2024]

@@bantuvoicemuchaikinuthia2536 do they operate in all over the country or just in Nairobi just asking coz will come to Mombasa soon

[@cabdiomar1721]

@@Beingme2024 it's works in major cities in Kenya,,

[@g.s.5868]

exactly why I don't like to travel... scammers all over, start at the airport... same in Thailand where you were for months, but cheaper, except the islands, where the taxi maffia is more expensive than a taxi in europe... and here...from 50 KES to 200 to 500 ... rip off whomever they can ...

[@ash3rr]

It's interesting isn't it. Always starts at the airport. If Silicon Valley can only do one good thing, it was the ability to give tourists a safe option to get out of the airport.

[@MichelePonte]

I think the tourism board of every country should push the governments to fix this airports mess.

[@mwaush7251]

😂😂😂I like this dude already 😂Welcome to Kenya .Myself as Kenyan I pay more than 12 dollars from the airport to town now you opened my eyes 😂😂

[@MichelePonte]

ahahah, damn, don’t pay that much 😅

[@mwaush7251]

😂thank you for the insight.😂😂

[@luyle5425]

@@mwaush7251 😂😂unadanganya

[@mwaush7251]

Finance101 I swear taxi walinigonga 1500 mpaka tao

[@nickatua]

I just started following you and i love your energy.I am so ashamed of what happened to you from the airport . so sorry for that.I have a furnished apartment on the outskirt of Nairobi,area called Athiriver.15mins drive from the airport.I am happy to give you a night or two for free,if you're still around.

[@MichelePonte]

No worries, I don’t want things for free, just them at the real and right price. Thank you so much!

[@paulkamau4553]

What's the cost of being a good human?

[@paulmanoti1070]

This is totally wrong, why did the lady charge him 500 from JKIA to cabanas.... Always be genuine whenever you are working, you never know who is watching... Kudos to Boazis, for guiding this gentleman.... You are a true son of Africa...

[@MichelePonte]

Boazis is a true gentleman!

[@pauljones3557]

The lady on the frist bus total ripped you off.

[@MichelePonte]

I know...

[@victormamboleo8605]

I think you paid 500 Bob to compansate for the other seats since you was alone in the entire bus

[@paulnyakxx]

OMG! Brother, that was too bad. Please accept my apology on behalf of millions of other Kenyans who clearly hated this. Sorry for that

[@MichelePonte]

Asante Obed

[@doctorharry]

200 maze hamfanyi poa 😅.

[@MichelePonte]

Actually 500, check the min 5:00

[@doctorharry]

@@MichelePonte that ain't good, just fiñd a local friend you can trust, maybe they will orient you to prices of things to city

[@stephenc4282]

Enjoyed your video - you are a brave man!

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks Stephen!

[@markanthony6128]

Africa is not your Europe just don’t share too much info with the people in the street they will entrap you

[@MichelePonte]

The risk is usually worth the bet

[@28babyman]

Lol. Michele you are so much braver than me. I would have just taken that taxi to my hotel. That was so exhausting and stressful with the bus. Tho that is what brings us great content. Be safe

[@MichelePonte]

Ahaha, well, I need to brave or we’ll have no videos! Be safe too!

[@bojankrstic7684]

I think you are going to pay for everything like 4x times more than locals 😂

[@MichelePonte]

Ahahah, hopefully I’ll become a local!

[@annuzamo1586]

People will test you dont be afraid to say no with a smile and burgain

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks for the suggestions 🙂

[@lucymakungu7348]

Your collar is money hahaha

[@nicolem3215]

@@MichelePonte acting like you know what you're doing will go a long way

[@gitongakimotho_ke6938]

Its said living in Nairobi is an "extreem sport".If you are not planning on buying anything dont make eye contact or talk for too long with downtown Nairobi hawkers or else you'll end up being convinced to buy 99 shitty items you dont need.

[@MichelePonte]

Ahah, I’ve noticed!

[@Ayou3]

C'mon bro the guys told u the bus cost 50 why in the hell did u pay the black women 500 ??!!!!!! it's a total scam

[@MichelePonte]

Because it’s hard to escape out of these situations... especially being white, they all assume I have money - and the average salary in Kenya is more than what I earn

[@Ayou3]

@@MichelePonte Always negotiate and pay before the service .

[@paulmainah9738]

@@MichelePonte Bro you have a right to say it's too much, like the way you said no to the taxi driver.

[@bobbobby7787]

That woman is a con artist

[@ash3rr]

@@MercyMazmida I disagree with your attitude. I would like to introduce you to two words: appropriating and bestowing.

[@IndjanTraveler]

Wow, you made it to Kenya! This reminds me so much of my first trip to India. It's gonna be an amazing adventure!!

[@MichelePonte]

Yeah, I’m sure of that and I can’t wait to live it and produce more videos!

[@tacogillespie4561]

Young Ponte, you have some rather large kahunas to travel to Kenya during the pandemic. Good luck

[@MichelePonte]

Ahahah, thanks Taco!

[@MichelePonte]

I already had covid, I should be a bit immune by now :)

[@tacogillespie4561]

@@MichelePonte I missed your covid diagnosis. When and where did you catch Covid and were you given a certified diagnosis?

[@dmagandaify]

It is actually much more safer than you think!

[@geoffreyomondi7908]

Well Kenya and Africa in general is safer compared to other continents. You undermine Africans but we are better off than you.

[@pauljones3557]

The new Nairobi commuter Rail (Metro) just started. 5 lines. It would be nice too see a video of you using the new metro. All start from the old Nairobi railway station in downtown Nairobi. 50-100 Ksh. The metro train going too Embakasi station now has a connecting bus too the Nairobi Airport. There is also a train from the old city city center railway station going too the new train station for Mombasa. The fare is 50 Ksh.

[@MichelePonte]

I’ll see what I can do, thank you for the suggestion!

[@benzinigasolini4437]

You are a very patient man Michele... Probably time to learn a little Swahili.. PS: I think that woman from the bus fancied you.. you lady charmer you🤣

[@MichelePonte]

Yeah, I’ve already learned a couple of words.. they could be useful with women too 😇

[@ManiacsWorld]

She fancied the extra 300 kes she got out of him!

[@chrismugambi2121]

You've got balls my friend! 😁 I wouldn't dare do this without a local friend before I know how to get around in a new country. Viva!

[@MichelePonte]

Ahah, but it's more fun this way!

[@chrismugambi2121]

@@MichelePonte Hahahahaha, in Kenya you'll be safe. Unfortunately, exploitation comes with it. All the Best! 😁

[@MichelePonte]

Thank you!

[@ravazco]

I can't believe you paid 500ksh(5 dollars) from airport to cabanas though 😂😂😂.. Welcome to Nairobi... The taxi guy told you but you didn't listen did you? 😂

[@MichelePonte]

Well, the experience was worth it 😅

[@robinson5218]

😂😂😂😂 should have listened

[@ravazco]

@@MichelePonte hahaha next time take a cab its more safer than matatu

[@ravazco]

@@Agent-dh5gc hahahaha

[@ravazco]

@@robinson5218 they never listens hahahahaha

[@carolnguku5321]

Karibu Limuru you'll enjoy our weather and tea 🐾

[@kenyangene6429]

Your whole journey was expensive more than those taxis 🚕 🚕 would have charged you..

[@beachboi83]

Interesting vlog. Quite an adventure getting from the airport to your hotel with the bus. Whatever it is, hope you stay safe and steer clear of any unwanted situations. Looking forward to more Kenya vlogs and longer videos. Take care :)

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks a lot, Novack!

[@StudioQM]

You can complain to the bus management since you have the lady on video

[@MichelePonte]

Some people that saw this video are already complaining to them

[@KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer]

@@MichelePonte God bless these honest people!

[@cherrymac2929]

Karibu Kenya i loved your video very interesting. You will absolutely enjoy the stay in Kenya.

[@MichelePonte]

Thanks a lot, Cherry!

[@haifaabeid]

Did he just walk all the way to his ngara apartment 😂😂

[@shiroyalty]

😂😂 a real cheapskate...

[@MichelePonte]

@@shiroyalty even if white, my salary is small

[@potlikkerldn5735]

@@MichelePonte It's not about race or salary. In life I feel as though there are things it is sometimes worth paying for, what you saved in money you paid for in time and comfort. Heck, I'd pay an extra dollar to have a bit more of an easing into a place I've never been before, especially if I was not a well seasoned traveller and it was out of my comfort zone. But good on you for not letting this sour the rest of your experience, live, learn and move on. Kenya and East Africa is stunning and in many parts a full on vibe; enjoy it.

[@Lesliefedy]

@@MichelePonte stereotype of a white man 😂.. At least you know how to deal with them by the way my school is near ngara. It's at a place called parklands

[@mossadistanambassador5193]

@@MichelePonte Dont mind @shiroyalty she is kikuyu lady and she is looking at you 'dollarstically'.

[@BIG-BUDDY63]

michele have a safe time in africa let me tell you you are a brave man

[@MichelePonte]

You too, you are Hulk!

[@BIG-BUDDY63]

@@MichelePonte yes my youtunbe name thats me, becareful michele you know marwa; is out there to with his thailand girl bo' that would be a thumbs up video you both together , the views would be off the wall .

[@MichelePonte]

We’ll see!

[@NickMainga]

Waa 😫 It’s sad how that tout “the lady” overcharged you by 450 shillings(4.5usd). #NaiRobbery

[@MichelePonte]

Yeah, 10 times more than the right price

[@foxprince4912]

😅😅a real con woman she really don't care

[@ntezajustine3914]

@@MichelePonte It's really bad but she will never become rich with such behaviors.

[@lilianwamocha9887]

Whah!!!! Very courageous in. Strange land walking on the streets. Very daring. Congratulations

[@Matteo040188]

That's almost impossible to scam you 🙅‍♂️😂💪🏻

[@MichelePonte]

Ahhahah, well, sometimes almost is not enough 😅

[@pauljones3557]

I been on the bus many times. The 34 bus goes too the ambassador hotel right in the city center the fare is 80ksh.

[@MichelePonte]

Yeah, I wanted the 34, but I didn’t find it

[@ianmokaya9902]

Lmao mzungu alilipishwa soo tano badala ya 50😂

[@darelet]

Ama ni reparations za ukoloni

[@emmanuelmagana2518]

😂😂😂💀

[@koalanotbear]

Hi Michele! Wow, you are in Kenya now. You are truly experiencing the world, very inspiring! Are you live streaming in Kenya? BTW, take care and stay safe!!!

[@MichelePonte]

It doesn’t feel very safe to livestream from here, we’ll see...

[@koalanotbear]

@@MichelePonte Oh I see, then please stay safe though. If not safe, then don't livestream! In bocca al lupo!