The Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) has announced the introduction of luxury travel services on the Madaraka Express passenger train.
In a notice issued on June 26, KRC Managing Director Philip Mainga said the service is designed for passengers seeking sophisticated and luxurious travel.
“In the spirit of constant innovation and improvement, the Madaraka Express Passenger Service is receiving an upgrade through the introduction of the Kenya Railways Premium Service.
“The service is designed for passengers seeking sophisticated and luxurious travel. Imagine a travel experience where every minute detail is well thought out to suit the needs of experience where every minute detail that the KR Premium Service is all about,” The notice reads in part.
The luxury train services will accommodate 28 passengers, providing ample legroom and personal space.
According to KRC, the train features fully recliner seats, ensuring ultimate relaxation throughout the journey.
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In addition, KR Premium Service offers extra storage options for travellers with additional baggage, along with designated shoe storage space for neatly organizing shoes.
The train features automated window shutters and seats that can rotate to face any direction, enhancing the journey into a luxurious experience.
The Madaraka Express Passenger Service offers three types of train service each making two round-trips a day.
The Inter-county train runs in the morning and makes stopovers in Athi River, Emali, Kibwezi, Mtito Andei, Voi, Miasenyi and Mariakani county stations.
The Afternoon Express train makes a stopover at Voi station while the Night train does not make any stops along the way.