Riding Nairobi's Craziest Matatu, Kenya 🇰🇪

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  • Опубліковано 10 лют 2022
  • I show my wild experience riding Nairobi's Craziest Matatu (local bus) bound for Rongai in Kenya's capital city. Later on, I try eating Nyama Choma for the first time at the famous Carnivore Restaurant. The following day, I conclude things while visiting a coffee farm in Kiambu County, just a short trip north of Nairobi.
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    I'm Jason, a full-time British Travel Vlogger and UA-camr who's been to 52 countries. I've been travelling around the world full-time since 2017. So far, my trips have taken me to Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas.
    I have travel series' from many of the world's best (and least) known travel destinations. I filmed the first vlogs on my channel in the summer of 2016 after spending a year living in China. A proper solo trip around Eastern Europe followed after graduating from University in the summer of 2017, taking me to Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia and Kosovo. This trip marked the start of my efforts to make a UA-cam full-time job.
    After that European trip I went heavily into exploring Asia, visiting India, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Pakistan, the Philippines, South Korea and Kazakhstan (seeing me cover a lot of Far East and Southeast Asia in particular).
    I have also travelled to North Africa and the Middle East fairly extensively over the last five years, filming videos in Turkey, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Iraq, Jordan, Israel and Palestine.
    To date, I have not yet been to Australasia or South America. Though I am hoping to visit the latter sometime in 2022, along with a first stop in the Caribbean.
    I've travelled to North America just once as a UA-camr, visiting Mexico in 2021. Though I have been to both the USA and Canada, this was only as a child on family holidays.
    I have just begun my first trip to Sub Saharan Africa in 2022, starting in Kenya.
    #nairobi #matatu #kenya

КОМЕНТАРІ • 578

  • @alexnjeru8283
    @alexnjeru8283 2 роки тому +280

    Waoh that guy giving a brief history of Matatu is on point

  • @jeremykomo9656
    @jeremykomo9656 2 роки тому +49

    this guy described matatus very well

  • @nanamuigai8677
    @nanamuigai8677 2 роки тому +80

    I was particularly impressed by that kange explaining,with such exquisite language, what a matatu is. If you have time check out Matatu Culture by Prof. Mbugua Mungai to understand the origin,history, political and social significance of the mathrees. Indeed, can you be in Nairobi without riding in one of these nganyas?

  • @kaimueric9390
    @kaimueric9390 2 роки тому +12

    The moment he mentioned Rongai, I immediately knew it was gonna be a real ride. Commented before watching

  • @denniskyalo7460
    @denniskyalo7460 2 роки тому +31

    Only in kenya you can find such artwork ....and thats a vibe😍

  • @wanjirukarago9308
    @wanjirukarago9308 2 роки тому +164

    😂😂😂😂 i thought you were alone when those matatu touts bombarded you ...i was like damn you have guts to walk alone filming then i saw that lady with you ...that matatu guy explaining the word " matatu" to you was epic his English and confidence on another level😃👌🏿

    • @Patrickmwai87
      @Patrickmwai87 2 роки тому

      you are everywhere

    • @ryukiiprimer5383
      @ryukiiprimer5383 2 роки тому +19

      @@Patrickmwai87 To come to that conclusion you have to be everywhere first😂

    • @loremipsum6484
      @loremipsum6484 2 роки тому

      @@ryukiiprimer5383 Ha ha ha

    • @loremipsum6484
      @loremipsum6484 2 роки тому +4

      My guy could not pick the cue... Aggy was walking haraka but my guy is just strolling casually in down town ahahahah
      First thing I was told in Nairobi is "walk quickly"

    • @ryukiiprimer5383
      @ryukiiprimer5383 2 роки тому +1

      @@loremipsum6484 Do you mean "pick the cue"

  • @alkebulanmylove5348
    @alkebulanmylove5348 2 роки тому +12

    I think you're the first westerner to give a positive view of the crazily awesome side of Africa. Thanks

  • @jeraldinekathure3348
    @jeraldinekathure3348 2 роки тому +10

    I saw you filming in CBD and I thought this must be a you tuber and maybe I'll come across his channel some day. And here I am. karibu Kenya. A new subscriber here

  • @paivitiitta1884
    @paivitiitta1884 2 роки тому +47

    Mmmmm, I could smell the coffee , thanks for the information about coffee producers, I definetely will prefer coffee from Kenya beeing made in local farms , hand picked and organic !

    • @9bnell1
      @9bnell1 2 роки тому +2

      u can find it at starbucks 😁

  • @jenzerbabiee1
    @jenzerbabiee1 2 роки тому +43

    Great vlog jason loving the kenya series was so nice on arrival the guy buying you a shot in the cafe / restaurant what a great welcome to Kenya 🇰🇪 greetings from ireland 🇮🇪

    • @sylviahjediels4013
      @sylviahjediels4013 2 роки тому

      We love yah more...do visit here . it's all about love and good vibes

  • @theworldtraveller8481
    @theworldtraveller8481 2 роки тому +4

    The guy gave you a valuable history of the matatu with that richness and eloquence.❤️🇰🇪

  • @MrCharlesmabiru
    @MrCharlesmabiru 2 роки тому +10

    Good job showing Kenya in all its facet. Thank you.

  • @phik5090
    @phik5090 2 роки тому +11

    The Matatu experience is just out of this world

  • @kayquan9072
    @kayquan9072 2 роки тому +5

    I love how YOU are calm and humble... your attitude is like the best, nice video

  • @sitandchill2897
    @sitandchill2897 2 роки тому +23

    Looks exciting! The area with the matatus was hectic there but they're decorated really well. The food seems good too!! Looking forward to more from there! If you're ever able to return to the Philippines, you're always welcome! :)

  • @ndayishimiyebutoyi738
    @ndayishimiyebutoyi738 2 роки тому +1

    That is wonderful video 💯 thanks again Jason 🔥🔥

  • @leahmichael
    @leahmichael 2 роки тому +6

    I really loved the coffee part and the gentleman explained it so well.. I loved the video.

  • @jals45
    @jals45 2 роки тому +4

    Great video, looked very intense trying to chose a matatu and crazy ride!

  • @chockalingamalagappan1693
    @chockalingamalagappan1693 2 роки тому +4

    Good video on Matatu and Kenyan Coffee Farms .You will make a good group tour organizer .

  • @levinawalsh2015
    @levinawalsh2015 2 роки тому +4

    Wonderful Video Jason. I Loved the Coffee plantation ☕. Coffee is Life☘.

  • @wanrogers
    @wanrogers 2 роки тому +2

    This is absolutely amazing, I like your confidence around the matatu guys ... That is sooo intense. Love it though

  • @josephnganga568
    @josephnganga568 2 роки тому +2

    Good job bro showing home much respect especially matatu tour

  • @muhammadarshadneyaz90
    @muhammadarshadneyaz90 2 роки тому +56

    Masha Allah... Thank you for exploring Kenya 🇰🇪... Love from India 🇮🇳.

  • @swagwithharry3559
    @swagwithharry3559 2 роки тому +2

    I love all your trips and infotainment

  • @ggmsvlog0239
    @ggmsvlog0239 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing Vlog.. Thanks for sharing such a good places...

  • @dubu_nsnl7018
    @dubu_nsnl7018 2 роки тому +15

    Please upload more 20+ minute vlogs! I'm a new subscriber and have been enjoying your videos so far. Great work!

    • @JasonBillamTravel
      @JasonBillamTravel  2 роки тому +3

      Noted

    • @adl9961
      @adl9961 2 роки тому

      @@JasonBillamTravel Hi Jason how are you? Super videos 👍✌🏻

  • @arunaibbaunlimited9351
    @arunaibbaunlimited9351 2 роки тому +1

    Nice video. Thanks for sharing with us too.😍😍😍😍

  • @mikebailey9860
    @mikebailey9860 2 роки тому +7

    Jason thank you for your video! :) I really enjoyed watching! :) You had a wild ride on the Matatu --- glad you survived! :) Looking forward to watching all your Kenya series videos! :)

  • @doviljones2634
    @doviljones2634 2 роки тому +17

    Ironically I’m watching this while drinking coffee. Definitely appreciating it a lot more after seeing everything that goes in to it.

  • @trevortrevor1256
    @trevortrevor1256 2 роки тому

    Really good vlog👏👏. I really enjoyed every bit of it, with the narration from you and Aggie to the guy with matatu history. The guy at the coffee farm knows his stuff👌

  • @henrykihika
    @henrykihika 2 роки тому +2

    😂😂wow u really got the whole experience bro. Thank you for the coffee lessons I've learnt alot

  • @bakhita7
    @bakhita7 2 роки тому +1

    Good coverage on the matatu history 💯

  • @kelvinjuma_comedian
    @kelvinjuma_comedian 2 роки тому +3

    Wow nice video,am a Kenyan and i know all those places you visited🙏🙏💯💪

  • @satasata65
    @satasata65 2 роки тому

    Nice, i love the coffee part of the video. Very nice 👍🏿

  • @theaverageguytraveller7253
    @theaverageguytraveller7253 2 роки тому +35

    Nairobi is 🔥🔥fun city. Kenya’s beautiful, more than just a place to see animals

  • @sunguragaming
    @sunguragaming 2 роки тому +1

    Found this channel today….good content bro 🇰🇪🇰🇪karibu sana

  • @Stephanie-ht5ky
    @Stephanie-ht5ky 2 роки тому +4

    I love this and next time you come to kenya and you wanna do a more in depth video on Nairobi I am willing to help you navigate to the most authentic kenyan scenarios even outside of nairobi😊

  • @danielvalenzuela9764
    @danielvalenzuela9764 2 роки тому

    Thank Now I know my coffee selections and the crazy matatu rides. The carnivore restaurant looked really good and food tasty.
    Safe and happy travel

  • @jacksongikaria5780
    @jacksongikaria5780 2 роки тому +3

    welcome to kenyathe guy looks humble,subscribe a must

  • @edrinkalema1114
    @edrinkalema1114 2 роки тому +5

    Fantastic watching live from Japan 🇯🇵 🇺🇬🌏🌎🌍🇺🇬

  • @francisclinton9198
    @francisclinton9198 2 роки тому +4

    All the music there are all Nigeria songs lol, I love Africa

  • @nyameerkhor4898
    @nyameerkhor4898 Рік тому

    You are very brave person who wants to know the world. Thanks so much.

  • @cpamaureenchela
    @cpamaureenchela 2 роки тому +4

    Wow…I had no idea how Matatu even came up to be. This was very educational

  • @obeliirinemilly1711
    @obeliirinemilly1711 Рік тому

    Welcome again n again to explore more about Matatus

  • @bryanmaina1758
    @bryanmaina1758 2 роки тому +15

    living in the 254 is such an adventure... I love my country 🇰🇪🇰🇪

    • @armanpoy
      @armanpoy 2 роки тому

      Kenya iitombwe kuma mako

    • @bryanmaina1758
      @bryanmaina1758 2 роки тому

      @@armanpoyi wish mamako angekumeza

    • @armanpoy
      @armanpoy 2 роки тому

      @@bryanmaina1758 bro I am Somali 👦

    • @armanpoy
      @armanpoy 2 роки тому

      But live in Kenya ,Nairobi ,Eastleigh, jam street.
      AND I KNOW KISWAHILI MORE THAN YOU 😂🇸🇴💓🇰🇪

    • @bryanmaina1758
      @bryanmaina1758 2 роки тому

      @@armanpoy who gives a fuck though?... jiwekee hio swahili yako bro 😆😆

  • @254_Cyrus
    @254_Cyrus 2 роки тому +54

    No way a white man just passed the Rongai touts, boarded a manyanga, (pimped out matatu), in town recording and didn't get robbed. Bro you've got balls 😂😂😅

    • @zelwanjiko
      @zelwanjiko 2 роки тому +4

      That's what I thought too 😂

    • @JasonBillamTravel
      @JasonBillamTravel  2 роки тому +9

      Haha

    • @mwangiloise7164
      @mwangiloise7164 2 роки тому +7

      😂😂💯 but sometimes you'll be surprised how the touts can be there for someone..

    • @bettyk9771
      @bettyk9771 2 роки тому +1

      I know right

    • @tuforu4
      @tuforu4 2 роки тому +1

      NAIROBBERY is FAMOUS

  • @DamodeeGaming
    @DamodeeGaming 2 роки тому

    I love the guy explaining about the matatu....on point

  • @geofreynzui1986
    @geofreynzui1986 Рік тому

    It's overwhelming..Nice description from that Guy

  • @nadyalaryushkina1926
    @nadyalaryushkina1926 Рік тому

    Thank you very much! It will be very useful for my upcoming trip)

  • @sharonjanethague7181
    @sharonjanethague7181 2 роки тому +24

    The matatu buses were amazing and excellent value. Sad to see there was an accident. The coffee making was especially interesting. I didn't know Hawaiian coffee was the world's best!

    • @JasonBillamTravel
      @JasonBillamTravel  2 роки тому +1

      They’re very affordable - which is why so many locals take one every day. I had no idea either - the top three I listed was according to David (guide), but of course it probably varies from year to year.

    • @fmac6441
      @fmac6441 2 роки тому

      @@JasonBillamTravel But are they cheap in relation to the natives' salary? I ask because I'm Brazilian and I noticed that the ticket is more expensive than the regular buses in Rio de Janeiro, a city with a much higher average income, and here people complain about the price of tickets.

    • @bebe9381
      @bebe9381 Рік тому

      yes, it's Kona coffee on the Big Island, Hawaii

  • @JamesBrown-ij1px
    @JamesBrown-ij1px 2 роки тому

    I LOVED the Coffee Plantation!

  • @Butterfly-jt6cr
    @Butterfly-jt6cr 2 роки тому +14

    Hi Otieno aka Jason! Love how you embrace the culture. Aggie is a great host. Really enjoying the vlogs! Looking forward to Maasai Mara! 💯😇

  • @TheRareVideosXL
    @TheRareVideosXL 2 роки тому +67

    The bus is a nightclub which is cool.Sad to know there was an accident.Hope the person was fine.The coffee learning process was amazing.Kenya is one of my favorite countries in Africa.
    Great video.
    Keep it up,Jason.

  • @aggyotieno
    @aggyotieno 2 роки тому +3

    Haha crazy ride Otieno..

  • @bozenadutkiewicz-bakowska5477
    @bozenadutkiewicz-bakowska5477 2 роки тому +53

    My dream this year is to see Nairobi. I am invited to this city by Mrs. Mirriam, will I be able to get there? Kenya made a big impression on me, people in this country are very hospitable and nice, I hope to see Nairobi🌹

  • @Kihiu_Kimani
    @Kihiu_Kimani 2 роки тому +10

    The music playing in both matatus is dope. Some are hits by Kenyan artist and Africa in particular. You should definitely try vibing with some more music ☀️🇰🇪

  • @4kkenyantraveller636
    @4kkenyantraveller636 2 роки тому +2

    I Miss the matatu vibe
    I am your new fan from Kenya

  • @johnkirimi1434
    @johnkirimi1434 Рік тому

    That a nice adventure,buddy.

  • @johnnjuguna163
    @johnnjuguna163 2 роки тому

    Good job Jason! My county there.

  • @eelcobrouwer1838
    @eelcobrouwer1838 2 роки тому +5

    Great video Jason! Enjoyed it very much.
    I remember from my visits to the Carnivore Restaurant there were Masai singers and dancers at the exit/entrance. Were they still there?

  • @mr.humble877
    @mr.humble877 2 роки тому +3

    Nairobi Party Buses ie Music & Rythm Vibes on wheels. A cheap & very cool way to transport passengers from point A to B. Hate them or love them they are very popular in Nairobi.

  • @truethots3088
    @truethots3088 2 роки тому +2

    I think I'll forget to get off at my stop cos I'll be enjoying the vibe and music 😅🤣

  • @johnrogersbwayo2650
    @johnrogersbwayo2650 2 роки тому

    Wow u have made me love Kenya

  • @slynamaitheborderlessexplo2438
    @slynamaitheborderlessexplo2438 2 роки тому +5

    Nairobi, kenya
    Our beautiful city of craziness 🇰🇪

  • @adeledior4741
    @adeledior4741 2 роки тому +1

    vous faites le tour du MONDE ? Wawoow 👌👏💚🇳🇱🇳🇱💕🙏

  • @latoyasmith8237
    @latoyasmith8237 2 роки тому +6

    I need the contact of that guy who was giving details on matatu history in English.Eish!! I must buy him lunch...whaaat! His English is so good.

  • @kiprono2005
    @kiprono2005 2 роки тому +3

    Men wow, that fellow giving a brief of Matatu word is clinical.. He should be part of Kenya National Archives guides...By the way Jason, your sound pick is very nice.. that's military standard..

  • @polarbear7499
    @polarbear7499 Рік тому

    Love the coffee orientation 👍

  • @OmotTv713
    @OmotTv713 2 роки тому +2

    Much Love bro 💗 From Sudan but living in Kenya ❣️💥💥

  • @ChrisBoyd78
    @ChrisBoyd78 21 день тому

    Wow that Matatu is freaking cool!

  • @Tbpker22
    @Tbpker22 2 роки тому +1

    Intense experiences!

  • @MsHannahHT
    @MsHannahHT 2 роки тому

    Well Done, Otieno!
    I don't know if I could do the matatu experience whilst filming. You are Brave!

  • @liamcleary3704
    @liamcleary3704 2 роки тому +5

    Always enjoy watching your videos, got to say those guys trying to attract your business looked a little daunting to be honest, can imagine it must have been a bit off putting coupled with the fact the pedestrian was hit ,luckily he wasn't badly injured. As they say upwards and onwards looking forward to your next vlog.....

    • @JasonBillamTravel
      @JasonBillamTravel  2 роки тому +3

      It was pretty intense, they wouldn’t let me pass. Quite an eventful day tbh!

    • @liamcleary3704
      @liamcleary3704 2 роки тому

      @@JasonBillamTravel take care 🙂

  • @missmia5468
    @missmia5468 2 роки тому +6

    Love your videos Jason, would love to see more countries in Africa, I really would like to see a bit more of west Africa

    • @JasonBillamTravel
      @JasonBillamTravel  2 роки тому +2

      I’d like to go to that side of Africa too - perhaps on my next trip to the continent.

    • @kayquan9072
      @kayquan9072 2 роки тому

      @@JasonBillamTravel when you travel to Kenya, let me know I'll show you cool places to visit cheap places and may be travel the country any place you'll like

    • @bad.1
      @bad.1 2 роки тому

      When ready i may want to guide you

  • @globalcitizen6309
    @globalcitizen6309 2 роки тому +6

    The bus ride seemed to be pretty intense! Coffee farm was very interesting 👍🏼👍🏼

    • @JasonBillamTravel
      @JasonBillamTravel  2 роки тому +1

      Haha - I loved the coffee farm

    • @janehughes6927
      @janehughes6927 2 роки тому +1

      Yes as a Kenyan I have not ridden in one for years. I hate the loud music.

  • @kurashigesir8709
    @kurashigesir8709 2 роки тому +3

    I love my Kenya 🇰🇪🇰🇪😍😍

  • @ivonnehanna5685
    @ivonnehanna5685 2 роки тому +3

    OMG. that Matatu is really crazy .. I was very worry about you Jason !

  • @jeffreymwangi3015
    @jeffreymwangi3015 2 роки тому +5

    Next time board a top table "Manyanga" 😃 that was a midtable matatu.

  • @jimmccann320
    @jimmccann320 2 роки тому +8

    Well I remember drinking Tusker when in Nairobi a few years ago (not so much coffee...)

    • @nzisawambua4141
      @nzisawambua4141 2 роки тому

      Tusker😀😁beer imara kama simba!.

    • @kayquan9072
      @kayquan9072 2 роки тому

      The best brewed beer in the world

  • @Thealphagenius
    @Thealphagenius 2 роки тому

    Great video man

  • @tinaagatha
    @tinaagatha 2 роки тому +1

    Wow that guy has amazed me at how eloquent he is

  • @AmosMwanzia
    @AmosMwanzia 2 роки тому

    I remember when i was in high school i used to board matatu to town,alight.Then immediately i board another to take me back to where i came just to listen to music.It was fun.

  • @bophaneanglin
    @bophaneanglin 2 роки тому

    Very good video! 👍

  • @GeneralHensaleey
    @GeneralHensaleey 2 роки тому +5

    Nairobi one of the best places to be in

  • @Jeff_artsN
    @Jeff_artsN 2 роки тому +28

    😅 Amazing how you've somehow managed to go through all of matatu chaos in one run. Stay safe. Hope the guy is alright 🙏

  • @55BLOCKS
    @55BLOCKS 2 роки тому +1

    Woow my Country I love Nairobi

  • @bernardmomanyinyagaka1051
    @bernardmomanyinyagaka1051 2 роки тому +1

    Love it nowadays that when you get into a Matatu, It's African songs jamming all the way:)

  • @zahirabdalla7519
    @zahirabdalla7519 2 роки тому +1

    Great tour Mr. Jason.

  • @rexmajoong5145
    @rexmajoong5145 2 роки тому

    I like the coffee guy, very humble

  • @JaskoonerSingh
    @JaskoonerSingh 2 роки тому

    absolutely mad and I love it

  • @wanjirukarago9308
    @wanjirukarago9308 2 роки тому +5

    100 shillings to Rongai 😳 damn! I will be walking to town now 😂😂😂🤦🏿‍♀️

  • @barnabyhillary7354
    @barnabyhillary7354 2 роки тому

    Awesome video sir

  • @seetheworld459
    @seetheworld459 2 роки тому +12

    Hi Jason…☺️looks like ur having a lovely time ..I do remember the matatus ..they are part of Nairobi daily lifecycle..they can be very noisy and dangerous sometimes so pls be careful..the uk import tea and coffee from Kenya so Atleast you know now where it comes from …have a great time be safe ..🙂🇰🇪Karibu Kenya means Welcome to Kenya 👍tc can’t wait to visit again soon 😌

    • @tinaagatha
      @tinaagatha 2 роки тому

      Dont worry anybody who can survive in Nairobi is well equipped to live anywhere in the world...Nairobi is a combination if world experience.

  • @vivacaciouslilyvlogs9366
    @vivacaciouslilyvlogs9366 2 роки тому

    Great 📸📸📸 video Jason 😂

  • @vivacaciouslilyvlogs9366
    @vivacaciouslilyvlogs9366 2 роки тому

    We're on machokos country bus? That's place is always hectic vry busy all the days. Welcm to my beautiful country

  • @RiyazKhan-vx5pb
    @RiyazKhan-vx5pb 2 роки тому

    Matatu is most interesting and crazy bus i like it Jason it is public transport of Kenya i am from India 😀😀😀

  • @Hanok1175
    @Hanok1175 2 роки тому

    it makes them also very special

  • @slentv3650
    @slentv3650 2 роки тому +4

    Aggie anatweng kuliko mzungu 😂😂😂😂 damn

  • @afromania5978
    @afromania5978 2 роки тому +1

    welcome to Dar es salaam! Tanzania