Getting Around Diani- Motorcyle Taxis

Motor cycles are modes of travel used for various reasons including style, convenience and efficiency the world over. In many African countries the motorcycle has been adopted into the public transport system. Kenya has recently joined the band wagon and Diani beach at the Kenyan coast is no exception from the motorcycle taxi revolution.

You will find fleets of the cycle taxis at parking bays with the riders, who ahttp://dianilife.comre mostly young men, waiting for potential customers in groups. When you are at Diani Beach and need to move from one point to another, you can approach the friendly motorcycle taxi operators who will gladly assist you. They can communicate in basic english but may throw in swahili words like ‘Jambo’ which is Hallo in Swahili and ‘pesa’ which is swahili for money. For a start, you can state your destination to enable the rider calculate the cost of the journey.

For short journeys around Diani Beach the cost will vary between 100 and 200 shillings.

It is advisable to carry notes of smaller denominations that you can cash at the banks, ATMs or exchange bureaus. A motorcycle is your best choice for off road travel since you can view numerous sites at close range. Hiring a cycle taxi for an entire day’s excursion around Diani will give you an opportunity to pick out specific areas you wish to visit without any rush. Ensure you carry a map when taking offroad tours plus some drinking water.

In addition, wear a helmet while riding and when you feel the rider is doing high speeds, ask them to kindly slow down if you don’t fancy the adrenaline charge. The air is hot and humid at Diani so a breeze will help you cool down as you cruise around hence no need for a riding suit.

Do not use motorcycle taxis in the following instances; when you have the company of young children unless an adult rides with them, when the passenger has mobility problems, when the passenger is advanced in age, during night travels in which case you should take a taxi.

Another limitation while riding a cycle taxi is baggage room since you will have to carry it on your own back or if necessary, hire a second cycle taxi to carry the baggage. Normally you can move in a convoy if you are a family especially for off-road tours. The experience is thrilling and memorable and offers some sense of security.

While on holiday, daily tours and visits are scheduled for various reasons, a motorcycle taxi ride will enable you to shuttle between different destinations without any inconveniences. Before embarking on long journeys enquire from the rider if the machine is fuelled appropriately and in good working condition. If necessary you can carry back up petrol especially when undertaking off-road tours.

Motorcycles are not for all but a good alternative to travel around Diani Beach. They are very convenient and cheap for short distances. Just don’t forget to wear a helmet whenever you travel.

Enjoy your visit in Diani Beach.