Kenya
9-Day Safari & Diani Beach
Big cats in the Masai Mara followed by barefoot days on Kenya’s finest beach — the perfect bush-and-beach combination.
Price on request
Kwale County, south coast of Kenya
Diani Beach
White sand, turquoise water and the perfect post-safari rest
- Country
- Kenya
- Region
- Kwale County, south coast of Kenya
- Type
- Beach Holiday
- Best months to visit
- Jul–Oct, Dec–Mar
Overview
Diani is a long stretch of powder-white sand on Kenya’s south coast, protected by a coral reef that keeps the lagoon calm at low tide. Palm trees, coastal forest and a relaxed village make it Kenya’s favourite beach for ending a safari.
The forest behind the beach is home to the rare Angolan colobus monkey.
- Long white-sand beach
- Dhow trips to Wasini Island
- Snorkelling and diving
- Kitesurfing
What you'll see
Colobus monkeys in the coastal forest, dolphins at Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park, sea turtles, and — between about November and March — the chance of whale sharks offshore.
Wildlife you may see
- Colobus monkey
- Dolphin
- Sea turtle
- Whale shark
Things to do
- 01
Wasini Island dhow trip
Snorkel in Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park and look for dolphins.
- 02
Diving and snorkelling
Coral reefs a short boat ride from the beach.
- 03
Kitesurfing
Reliable winds in the kaskazi and kusi seasons.
- 04
Shimba Hills
A half-day safari in the hills above the coast, home to sable antelope.
Best time
- Jan: Great time
- Feb: Great time
- Mar: Great time
- Apr: Possible
- May: Possible
- Jun: Possible
- Jul: Great time
- Aug: Great time
- Sep: Great time
- Oct: Great time
- Nov: Possible
- Dec: Great time
December to March is hot and dry; July to October is cooler and breezy. April to June is the long rainy season.
Getting there
Fly to Ukunda airstrip (about 1 hour from Nairobi) or to Mombasa, then about 1–1.5 hours by road.
Where to stay
Luxury
Boutique beach villas and resorts with private pools.
We'll suggest camps and lodges that fit your dates and budget.
Comfort
Beachfront resorts with pools and spa.
We'll suggest camps and lodges that fit your dates and budget.
Budget
Cottages and guesthouses a short walk from the beach.
We'll suggest camps and lodges that fit your dates and budget.
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Journeys that visit Diani Beach
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