Travel to Kenya – WPC 2026

Plan Your Journey to the Heart of Africa

Kenya is excited to welcome you to the World Potato Congress 2026, taking place in the picturesque town of Naivasha, nestled in the Great Rift Valley. Whether you’re traveling from across Africa or around the world, this page will help you plan a smooth and enjoyable trip.

Arriving by Air

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi is Kenya’s main international gateway, with direct flights from major global hubs in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas.

Flight Flight

Kenya Airways the official airline partner of WPC 2026 Kenya

We are pleased to announce that Kenya Airways is the official airline partner of WPC 2026 Kenya! As part of this agreement, Kenya Airways are offering up to 12% off flight bookings in the window from 19th October – 6th November 2026.

Discount Code: WPC26KE

View the official website below to use the code and view full terms and conditions:
Kenya Airways Website

Other Airlines serving Nairobi include:

  • Emirates
  • Qatar Airways
  • Lufthansa
  • Turkish Airlines
  • KLM
  • Ethiopian Airlines
  • British Airways
  • …and many others

Airport Transfers to Naivasha

Naivasha is located approximately 90 minutes from Nairobi by road. Please be advised that in the coming weeks, all registered delegates will receive an email containing a link to an online form. Through this form, delegates will be able to submit their flight details and indicate their requirements for airport transfers, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.
Overnight accommodation bookings in Nairobi on Sunday 25th October, for those arriving on late flights before the start of the Congress on Monday, 26th October are available now on this page on our website.

Private taxis, ride-hailing apps (e.g. Uber, Bolt), and local car hire options are also available.

Local Transportation

  • Official shuttle buses will operate between key hotels and the WPC 2026 venue at Sawela Lodges and Convention Centre

  • For independent travel, taxis, hotel transport, and car rentals are readily available in Naivasha and Nairobi

  • Delegates are encouraged to pre-book transport for day trips and excursions

Health & Safety Requirements

  • No COVID-19 vaccination or PCR tests are currently required for entry, but delegates should check for updates close to travel time
  • Yellow fever vaccination is recommended if arriving from or transiting through endemic countries
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all visitors

Currency & Payments

  • The local currency is the Kenyan Shilling (KES)
  • Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in hotels and major businesses
  • Mobile money (M-Pesa) is also widely used; SIM cards are available at the airport or in town

Time Zone

Kenya is in the East Africa Time Zone (EAT) – UTC +3 hours

Need Help?

If you have questions or require travel assistance, please contact:

registration@wpc2026kenya.org

We are here to help make your journey as smooth and enjoyable as possible.