A video circulating on social media shows a man cruising alone through Nairobi in a hired bus equipped with music, decorations, and a Kenyan flag. He narrates his plans, describing the setup as a private jet on the ground. The clip has sparked discussions about personalizing celebrations in the city.
A video circulating on social media has left many intrigued by how one man sought to make his birthday uniquely memorable, hiring an entire bus for himself in Nairobi. Published by Maxwell Amunga on December 19, 2025, the clip shows the celebrant seated comfortably inside an empty bus fitted with music, decorations, and a Kenyan flag mounted at the back. The bus cruises along major roads, including the Nairobi Expressway, as he narrates his plans and proudly displays the setup.
With an enthusiastic tone, he welcomes viewers, saying, “Ladies and gentlemen, I have hired this bus to show me around Nairobi ahead of my celebrations.” He explains that the bus was hired exclusively for his birthday, making him the sole passenger while enjoying the entertainment systems installed inside. He jokingly compares the experience to luxury air travel, stating, “This is a private jet, the version that flies on the ground.”
The video captures the bus moving along the expressway, a route known for its speed and efficiency, enhancing the sense of exclusivity he aimed for that day. It does not reveal the cost of hiring the bus or the company that provided the service. Typically, hiring a 32- to 33-seater matatu or bus in Nairobi for a full day costs between Ksh 25,000 and Ksh 30,000, with smaller buses sometimes as low as Ksh 20,000. The price usually covers about 12 hours of use within the city, including fuel and a driver, though this varies by company.
The final cost can depend on several factors. Traveling outside Nairobi or covering long distances increases the price, while luxury models like Mercedes or Yutong cost more than standard Isuzu Coasters. It remains unclear how long the man hired the bus for, though the rate could be as low as Ksh 4,000 for a one-way solo trip via the expressway.
