Travelling FIRST CLASS on Kenya's SGR | is it worth it?

Travelling from Nairobi to our favourite coastal town of Watamu can be expensive when flights can set you back over $300 USD
Although flying from Nairobi to Malindi is much quicker we decided to try the cheaper alternative, and take the SGR (Standard Gauge Railway) from Nairobi to Mombasa, then a 2.5 hour shuttle from Mombasa to Watamu.
This 6 hour journey passes through the stunning Tsavo National Park and the chance to see wild elephant is high!
But was it worth it?..
How to book SGR:
Tickets can be booked directly with metickets.krc.co.ke/ or with a Big Time Ultimate Transfers ([phone])
Train Times:
The express train from Nairobi to Mombasa departs every day at 15:00 & 22:00
The inter-county train from Nairobi to Mombasa departs every day at 08:00
Train ticket prices:
First class - 4,500 KES per person
Second class - 1,500 KES per person
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[@likatalikata3823]

As of yesterday what you experienced is now business class. They are bringing in real first class coaches with one seat per window with recliner seats, reading lights e.t.c in a few weeks time. The new coaches will be exactly what you would experience in a first class section in a plane. So I guess you will need to do part two of this first class video.

[@WhereNextFamily]

Interesting! We'll keep an eye out, and start saving up for the inevitable high prices 🙈

[@profAKILI]

hehehe.... I love your jokes

[@faithmungai6149]

I absolutely adore this little family. Always looking forward to More adventures with you guys. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@WhereNextFamily]

You're so kind ❤️ Thank you for the support 🙏

[@Monroe-fq3tz]

Please always speak up no matter what. Coz your life is in the driver's hands

[@WhereNextFamily]

It's true 🙏

[@carolmutua5266]

Yep, we speak up even in matatus with all the other passengers on board. Some drivers are pretty reckless.

[@Sure254]

Am always here to enjoy these beautiful people's vlog so lovely and adorable. Am Kenyan In Texas. I will definately go for SGR and then instead of the shuttle, I will order my own uber.

[@WhereNextFamily]

Thank you for the support 🙏 ❤️

[@FlorinaPopovici-bj8ru]

Very nice experience! 💚

[@WhereNextFamily]

Thanks. We enjoyed it 😀

[@nicholastoo858]

Coz I like you guys, I didn't skip the ads.

[@WhereNextFamily]

🥳 Legend

[@durutticolumn6002]

Adam - Check's too thorough I don't know what they're looking for... Adam - My daughter will never ever take the shuttle because of the driving ??? 😀😀😀

[@WhereNextFamily]

😂 didn't say "too thorough" I said "very thorough" and that it was a good thing 😉

[@ketanshukla2961]

Safer to fly especially the roads after the rains must be atrocious, and duelling work on the MSA - MLD highway means the journey isnt pleasant. My dad always drove us during school holidays on NRB - MSA route and I ended up doing a few trips myself, it can be dangerous if you're lulled into speeding but if you stick to 80-100kph and set off 4AM it's a thoroughly challenging and rewarding drive

[@WhereNextFamily]

Yes agreed if going to Watamu I'd definitely fly in future, however going between Nairobi and Mombasa I think the train is a very good option.

[@danogeto78]

Adam(Hulk) carrying all the luggage 🧳😅

[@WhereNextFamily]

That's my job 💪

[@MemusiNaigoyek]

You must always speak up your mind and let them know you're not comfortable with how the person is driving.

[@WhereNextFamily]

It's true. But nobody else seems to think his driving was a problem 😂

[@MemusiNaigoyek]

@@WhereNextFamily Don't wait for someone else to notice as you will have prevented an accident occurring in the first place. Speak up and Don't be afraid.

[@musajumba559]

Few years back the Al shabab terrorist real caused havoc in Kenya especially at the coastal area & Nairobi,that is the reason security is very tight at the station.

[@WhereNextFamily]

I actually think it's great that security is tight. Makes you feel much safer

[@altentic8616]

Tanzania's SRG fast train came into operation last week.. it's a little more luxurious than the one in Kenya.

[@WhereNextFamily]

Oh I see you're trying to stir the pot here in the comments 😂 You're about have the 254 army coming at you 😉 But in all seriousness I didn't know about the Tanzanian one. Will have to try when we next cross the border 🙏

[@profAKILI]

please, relax and quietly return to your corner

[@geoffreychege-he8ym]

But it covers a smaller distance though...

[@samuelwainaina1155]

You're right, but there are better trains everywhere. 😂😂😂

[@dianaombogo3987]

You’re right but does it pass in the middle of your National Park

[@imeldaw.m5525]

Thankyou

[@WhereNextFamily]

You’re welcome 😊

[@JohnMghanga-ok2uj]

Perfect editing. You can opt for self drive taxi pay for a day or 2.

[@WhereNextFamily]

Thanks 😊 Self drive/rental is an option if you're only going for a couple of days. We go for longer periods of time and like to work while we travel as well. The highway is also notorious for accidents 🙈

[@JohnMghanga-ok2uj]

​@@WhereNextFamily OK.

[@tpinto1535]

Could you explain more about how you got the shuttle? Was it booked ahead or there specific shuttles that would go to Diani for example?

[@WhereNextFamily]

We used a company for our shuttle. It was called Big Time ultimate transfers. I'm sure they do other destinations as well. You can also just arrive and find one of these guys with signs and they will put you in the right van

[@margaretkirimania1220]

🎉

[@WhereNextFamily]

🙌

[@spiseri]

Do you know whether it's possible to book the shuttle from the Mombasa station to south coast in advance? Thanks.

[@WhereNextFamily]

There are lots of guys with signs outside the terminus when you arrive. I'm sure you could just approach one and get a ride. We prefer to book in advance though

[@annaogusini7904]

SGR is cheaper compared to trains in UK

[@WhereNextFamily]

Oh that's for sure. Trains in the UK are a joke! SGR was great 👍

[@owenomwanawayesu6961]

Tanzania's is much better and faster.

[@WhereNextFamily]

Maybe one day we will check it out

[@profAKILI]

Very bad seats on those trains, and quite expensive compared to buses

[@WhereNextFamily]

Personally I disagree on the comfort side. I found it very comfortable, and lots of space to love around that you don't get on a bus. It's also much much safer than taking the bus. I know the train is not within everyone's budget, so of course in that instance then the bus is the obvious choice, but personally I would pick the train over the bus 10 times out of 10

[@loudmouthnewyorker2803]

Someone has to solve the Great Chapati Mystery. How does that magnificent flat dough keep appearing on your plates? Check the internet and it seems the threat of terrorism is rearing it's ugly head again in Africa so hence the security checks. Be safe Where Next Family.

[@WhereNextFamily]

😂 its a secret. Really our suitcases are just full of chapatis. We don't own anything else, just cameras and chapatis 😂

[@loudmouthnewyorker2803]

@@WhereNextFamily Mystery solved!

[@jessicakallen]

Great review Adam I would feel the same about the shuttle bus 🫣 so just to confirm you prebook SGR online before going to the ticket counter in the terminal? I reckon the SGR is good if you’re headed to Diani but Watamu it’s probably better just to fly 😅

[@WhereNextFamily]

Thank you 😊 yeah sometimes you get a responsible driver but unfortunately a lot of the time these guys are on the clock and they do this route so often that they go into autopilot. Yes, you book your tickets online, then collect at the station on the day (give yourself an hour before your train). Tickets sell out so I wouldn't advise trying to buy on the day.

[@jessicakallen]

@@WhereNextFamilygreat thanks dude 😊