Apart from the well documented game viewing safari destinations in Kenya, it is worth noting that the country is also exceptional when it comes to beach holidays. Here are the Top Beaches in Kenya.
Kenya beach holiday destinations are exclusively along the coast, North and South Coast. The North being Mombasa, Watamu, Malindi, Kilifi and Lamu while the South Coast is Diani Beach.
Known for its unique, relaxed and laid back way of life, the Kenyan Coast welcomes visitors seeking to chill out, explore and rejuvenate after a long safari itinerary in East Africa.
Top Beaches in Kenya
Diani
Diani Beach is a major beach on the Indian Ocean coast of Kenya. Diani is one of our top beach destinations in Kenya due to it’s clean and white sandy beaches as well as the luxury beachfront accommodation options.
Diani has been named winner of Africa’s Leading Beach Destination by World Travel Awards several times since 2015. The Kenyan Coast is also home to some of the Africa’s leading beach resorts. Apart from Diani, close by are other smaller beaches like Galu beach, Tiwi beach, Kinondo and Chale Island.
Diani is a fun place to be with great variety of restaurants, cafés, bars and shops.
Diani Beach is protected by a shallow lagoon followed by a coral reef that is located about 1km from the low water mark. Aside from providing protection from the ocean, these islands also provide ideal conditions for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, kite surfing, and water sports like windsurfing and kiteboarding.
Diani Airstrip is located close to the beach and places to stay.There are several flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport to Diani Beach (Ukunda) and on a daily regular basis.
Diani is an ideal destination for family holidays, honeymoons as well as solo travellers
Accommodation in Diani
Watamu
Watamu is a beautiful and peaceful village on the Kenya Coast, nestled between pristine beaches and lush tropical forest. Since it was first settled as a remote Swahili outpost at Gedi, this area has remained a haven of peace and tranquility and is still one of the coast’s most undeveloped and natural areas.
The beaches in Watamu are beautiful with crystal-clear waters making Watamu an excellent destination water sports, snorkeling and diving. There is also an abundance of wildlife in Watamu.
With coconut palm trees, soft white sand, and soothing warm water, Watamu Beach is the perfect place to wind down after a safari adventure. The untouched coastal paradise is a unique melting pot of Kenyan, Arab, and Italian culture.
Places to visit in the Watamu itinerary include The Ged Ruins and Mida Creek.
Accommodation in Watamu
Malindi
Increasingly known as Kenya’s ‘Little Italy’ because of it’s large number of Italian residents, Malindi is the place to come on the Kenyan coast to enjoy Italian Cuisine. Like the other locations on the Kenyan coast, here you’ll find idyllic tropical beaches, high end resorts and tranquil spots to while away the hours.
Lamu
Lamu is one of the most magical destinations in Kenya, and is famed for being the oldest and best-preserved example of a Swahili settlement in East Africa. Visit the local mosques, wander the streets of quaint Shela village, and stay at the luxurious Majlis Resort and your well deserved rest.
The Kenyan Coast is a popular post – safari getaway for travelers who want to unwind. Come and see, or even revisit, the secret delights of Kenya’s stunning coastline with Luxe Africa Safaris.