Where in Kenya could you live?

Historic port city on the Indian Ocean with beaches and a relaxed coastal pace.

Lifestyle

Beaches, Swahili heritage and an established expatriate community.

Climate

Hot and humid year-round.

Housing

Mix of apartments, gated estates and beachfront homes; demand varies by area.

Healthcare access

Several private hospitals; some specialist care referred to Nairobi.

Transport

Matatus, tuk-tuks and taxis; SGR train to Nairobi.

Airport access

Moi International Airport; many UK routes connect via Nairobi.

Amenities

Malls, markets, restaurants and international schools.

Business environment

Port, logistics, tourism and trade.

Kenya's capital and business centre, with the widest choice of schools, healthcare and services.

Lifestyle

Fast-paced city living with diverse neighbourhoods and a large international community.

Climate

Mild highland climate; two rainy seasons.

Housing

Wide choice from city apartments to suburban houses in gated communities.

Healthcare access

Kenya's largest concentration of private hospitals and specialists.

Transport

Heavy road traffic; ride-hailing widely used; SGR rail link.

Airport access

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, with direct UK flights.

Amenities

Extensive shopping, dining, culture and international schools.

Business environment

Regional hub for finance, tech, NGOs and multinationals.

Lakeside town in the Rift Valley, popular for weekend homes and a quieter life within reach of Nairobi.

Lifestyle

Relaxed lakeside living with outdoor activities and nearby conservancies.

Climate

Mild and relatively dry.

Housing

Lakeside houses, cottages and plots; fewer apartment options.

Healthcare access

Local clinics and hospitals; specialist care in Nairobi.

Transport

Road access along the Nairobi–Nakuru highway.

Airport access

Road access to Nairobi's airports.

Amenities

Small-town shops, lodges and outdoor activities.

Business environment

Floriculture, tourism and hospitality.

A growing city in the Rift Valley, near Lake Nakuru National Park.

Lifestyle

Mid-size city pace with access to farmland and nature.

Climate

Moderate, drier than the coast.

Housing

Growing supply of apartments and family houses.

Healthcare access

Regional hospitals including private options.

Transport

Major highway connections; matatus and taxis.

Airport access

Road access to Nairobi airports.

Amenities

Malls, markets and a growing restaurant scene.

Business environment

Agriculture, trade and a growing service sector.

Kenya's main city on Lake Victoria and a hub for western Kenya.

Lifestyle

Lakeside city with a slower pace than Nairobi and a strong regional culture.

Climate

Warm, with rainfall through much of the year.

Housing

Apartments and houses at a range of sizes.

Healthcare access

Regional referral and private hospitals.

Transport

Matatus, boda-bodas and taxis; regional air links.

Airport access

Kisumu International Airport, with domestic connections to Nairobi.

Amenities

Lakeside dining, malls and markets.

Business environment

Regional trade, fishing and agriculture.

Quiet creekside town north of Mombasa, popular with those seeking a slower coastal life.

Lifestyle

Small-town coastal living, water activities and a close community.

Climate

Warm and humid coastal climate.

Housing

Creekside houses, cottages and plots; limited apartments.

Healthcare access

Local hospital and clinics; specialist care in Mombasa.

Transport

Road links along the coast highway.

Airport access

Within driving distance of Malindi and Mombasa airports.

Amenities

Small-town shops, beach bars and water sports.

Business environment

Tourism, agriculture and small business.

Historic coastal town with long beaches and a well-established international community.

Lifestyle

Relaxed beach living, Swahili and Italian influences, and marine parks nearby.

Climate

Hot and humid year-round.

Housing

Villas, apartments and holiday homes.

Healthcare access

Local hospitals; specialist care in Mombasa or Nairobi.

Transport

Road links south to Mombasa; domestic flights.

Airport access

Malindi Airport, with domestic flights to Nairobi.

Amenities

Beach resorts, restaurants and markets.

Business environment

Tourism and hospitality.

Highland town at the foot of Mount Kenya with a tight-knit community.

Lifestyle

Outdoor, rural-edge living with ranches and conservancies nearby.

Climate

Cool highland climate.

Housing

Houses, cottages and ranch-edge properties.

Healthcare access

Local hospitals and clinics; specialist care in Nairobi.

Transport

Road links to Nairobi; small airstrip.

Airport access

Small local airstrip; Nairobi reachable by road.

Amenities

Small-town shops, cafés and outdoor recreation.

Business environment

Tourism, ranching and conservation.