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    I have a condo available for a week in Mombasa, Kenya that I am hoping to visit in July 2007. I would be trying to non-rev in from Bangkok, Thailand via Nairobi. I'm looking for any information on Mombasa? How difficult is non-reving to Nairobi in July? How is the best way to get from Nairobi to Mombasa -- anyone know anything about the train? I've never been to Africa before and would really appreciate any info I can get.

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    Hi... easiest way to travel from NBO to MBA is of course by air with KQ. The shuttle service runs almost hourly and uses a B737 fleet.

    The train is an 'experience' which I have done many times. A first class ticket (read no chickens and goats in your carriage!) will set you back around KSH5000 return and includes a meal in the dining carriage, and a clean and neat cabin. This is NOT by any stretch of the imagination a modern service. Be prepared for basic. It is noteworthy that there have been questions raised over the safety of the train and rumours that it is no longer insured. AYOR...

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    Thank you. I appreciate the info. Do you know if there is a way to book the train tickets on-line? or do you have to wait till you arrive in Nairobi? Does it tend to seel out?

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    Best to buy tickets when there, however, I did just google this link, "http://www.eastafricashuttles.com/train.htm".

    Please note that I know NOTHING about this organisation - but in case it helps...

    If you are staying at a hotel the concierge can arrange it for you, otherwise there are tens of travel agencies in town (Kenyatta Avenue boasts a few) which will be able to book them for you.

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