Nairobi Excursions and Day trips

Nairobi National Park Tour – Half Day

Nairobi National Park Tour – Half Day

Karen Blixen Museum, David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Center & Kazuri Beads Centre – Full Day

Nairobi - Hells Gate - Lake Naivaisha Day Trip

Nairobi – Hells Gate – Lake Naivasha Day Trip

2 Day Safaris

2 Days Nairobi - Aberdare National Reserve

2 Days Nairobi – Aberdare National Reserve

2 Days Nairobi–Sweet Waters/Ol-Pejeta Conservancy

2 Days Nairobi–Sweet Waters/Ol-Pejeta Conservancy

2 Days Nairobi - Amboseli National Park

2 Days Nairobi – Amboseli National Park

3 Days Safaris

3 Days Nairobi - Amboseli National Park Safari

3 Days Nairobi – Amboseli National Park Safari

3 Days Nairobi - Maasai Mara Safari

3 Days Nairobi – Maasai Mara Safari

3 Days Nairobi - Samburu Game Reserves Safari

3 Days Nairobi – Samburu Game Reserves Safari

3 Days Nairobi - Amboseli & Tsavo West Safari

3 Days Nairobi – Amboseli & Tsavo West Safari

4 Days Safaris

4 Days Nairobi - Maasai Mara Safari

4 Days Nairobi – Maasai Mara Safari

4 Days Nairobi - Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari

4 Days Nairobi – Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari

4 Days Nairobi – Aberdare & Samburu National Parks Safari

4 Days Nairobi – Aberdare & Samburu National Parks Safari

4 Days Nairobi - Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara Safari

4 Days Nairobi – Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara Safari

4 Days Nairobi - Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari

4 Days Nairobi – Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari

4 Days Nairobi - Tsavo West & Amboseli Safari

4 Days Nairobi – Tsavo West & Amboseli Safari

5 and 6 Days Safaris

5 Days Nairobi – Aberdare-Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari

5 Days Nairobi – Aberdare-Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari

5 Days Nairobi–Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Naivasha & Maasai Mara Safari

5 Days Nairobi–Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Naivasha & Maasai Mara Safari

6 Days Nairobi – Amboseli-Lake Naivasha Or Lake Nakuru-Masai Mara Safari

6 Days Nairobi – Amboseli-Lake Naivasha Or Lake Nakuru-Masai Mara Safari

6 Days Nairobi - Aberdare - Ol Pejeta - Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara

6 Days Nairobi – Aberdare – Ol Pejeta – Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara

7 Day Safaris

7days Nairobi – Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari

7days Nairobi – Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari

7days Nairobi – Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli & Tsavo West Safari

7days Nairobi – Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli & Tsavo West Safari

7 Days Nairobi - Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari

7 Days Nairobi – Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari

10 Days and More Safaris

10 Days Nairobi - Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli Safari

10 Days Nairobi – Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli Safari

13 Days Nairobi - Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli, Tsavo West & Tsavo East Safari

13 Days Nairobi – Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha & Amboseli, Tsavo West & Tsavo East Safari

Kenya Beach Holidays

Along the extensive Indian Ocean Coast of Kenya, the sun is always shinning over the beautiful Kenya beaches, lined with stunning coral reefs and spectacular marine life. During the World Travel Awards held in Botswana, Mombasa port was voted Africa’s leading cruise port of 2017.

Diani was crowned Africa’s leading beach destination for the 3rd year in a row starting 2015. Well, the award-winning Diani beach and the Port of Mombasa cruises are enough inspiration for one to pack bags for a Kenya beach holiday, but they are just a tip of the iceberg.

Other popular destinations along the Kenyan coast include Che Shale in Malindi, Funzi, Msambweni, Wasini Island, Tiwi Beach, Lamu and Galu beach that offer calming serenity varied with terrestrial and aquatic experiences.

Kenya is truly a phenomenal beach destination, with lots of fun things to see and do. The following are the top 10 Kenya beaches for a surreal Kenya holiday experience.

Diani Beach – Africa’s Leading Beach Destination

Strolling along Diani beach feels like walking in paradise. With the clear blue sky above, the sparkling sea stretching for miles, and the warm breeze from the Indian Ocean, you will truly feel like you are on another planet.

Diani beach has rightfully earned the title of Africa’s Leading Beach destination. It is located approximately 40 kilometres south of Mombasa town, and it is a beautiful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

During your stay in Diani beach, we recommend visiting the following destinations: Skydive Diani, Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest, Forty Thieves Beach Bar, and Diani Beach Art Gallery.

Other top places to visit in Diani include Leisure Lodge Golf Club, H2O Extreme, Uzuri Spa, and Leisure Golf Club.

Diani Beach Shopping Centre, and Columbus Conservation are very popular.

Tiwi Beach

Tiwi beach can be aptly described as a home away from home. This private beach is tucked a few kilometres from the main road and quite a distance from Mombasa and Diani.

The Tiwi Beach kids club will keep the children occupied while you enjoy a dip in the sea and some snorkelling.

Tiwi Beach accommodation options are fairly priced offering you a longer stay during your Kenya beach vacation.

A short boat ride will get you to Diani Beach shopping centre to shop for curios, jewellery and souvenirs.

Tiwi beach is ideal for anyone looking for a mid-budget Kenya beach holiday. It is a genuine tropical paradise that lures a lot of travellers.

We specifically love this beach because it is cut from the hustle and bustle of the busy Diani and Mombasa town. It has coy cottages ideal for honeymooners and couples.

Lantana Galu Beach

Lantana Galu Beach is a beachfront resort, 5 kilometres away from Diani. It is the ideal place to relax and enjoy privacy, whether alone, as a couple or with your family.

The beach is good for family holidays with multiple opportunities to bond with children as you make sand castles.

Some of the fun-filled activities to enjoy as a family at Lantana Galu beach include horse and camel riding, fishing and snorkelling.

The beach is adjacent to the Colobus conservation and the Kaya Kinondo sacred forest. Make sure to explore these two destinations during your stay at Lantana Galu beach.

Other popular activities at this Kenyan beach include deep sea diving, kayaking, water skiing, and kite surfing.

Msambweni Beach

The Msambweni beach is set 50 kilometres south of Mombasa. The beach is the perfect picture of the Garden of Eden.

Beautiful indigenous trees surround its expansive beach and it’s one of the best kept Kenya beaches.

Watching the sunset come over the shimmering sea when you’re sitting on the beach with refreshment at hand makes for a great spectacle.

Msambweni Beach is popular with honeymooners, families and solo travellers.

The Coral reefs offer one a great opportunity for snorkelling.

Nyali Beach – Perfect for Anyone

This beach is home to the famous Mamba village or crocodile farm. Here you get to meet the entire crocodile family, from the babies to the adults.

The beach is self-sufficient with town amenities such as supermarkets, banks, malls and a school.

It boasts the finest eateries with the Tamarind restaurant and Java coffee house topping the list.

For sightseeing, you can visit the Bombolulu workshop and cultural centre and get to purchase some beautiful handcrafts, jewellery and souvenirs.

There are many fun activities to do during a Kenya beach holiday at Nyali beach including windsurfing, scuba diving and kite surfing.

Shela Beach – A UNESCO Designated World Heritage Site

The ancient Lamu town is UNESCO designated World Heritage Site. It is characterized by unique and ancient houses, narrow streets, donkey transport and spices market.

A 15 minutes boat ride will get you to the solitary and deserted Shela beach. Here you can enjoy a refreshing swim in the warm seawater or take a stroll on the white sandy beach.

There are plenty of luxurious accommodation options whether you are on budget or not. This is the ideal private Kenyan beach where you can relax as you get your massage, read a book or just stroll on the serene beach line.

Kilifi Beaches

Kilifi is a small picturesque town halfway between Mombasa and Malindi. Kilifi town offers the best of both worlds with white sandy beaches and tropical green trees bordering them.

Bofa beach in Kilifi offers you lots of privacy with only a view people visiting it. You can spend your day strolling on the beautiful beach or relaxing on the sand.

For fun, you can engage in snorkelling, scuba diving, big game fishing, taking glass bottom boat tours or playing beach volleyball. You can also get a spectacular view of the Indian Ocean from the nearby Kilifi Creek, which is only a few minutes’ walk from Bofa beach.

Shauri Moyo on the other side of Bofa will also provide a splendid beach experience. Kilifi beaches are popular among budget travellers.

Wasini Island

Set foot at the serene Wasini Island and forget the skyscrapers, crazy traffic and the din of city life.

The island is situated 75 kilometres from Mombasa, only 3 kilometres away from Shimoni Harbour.

Wasini Island is only accessible through a 45 minutes boat ride. There are no vehicles here, and you will have fun exploring its sandy and old coral footpaths.

For a surreal Kenya beach holidays and wildlife safaris experience, you can visit the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park.

Wasini is also the perfect place to spot the playful dolphins and swimming humpback whales in the immediate surroundings of the island

Mountain Climbing

Mount Kenya is an extinct volcano which originally rose an estimated 3 million years ago and last erupted an estimated 2.6 million years ago. Mount Kenya National Park was formed in 1949 and in 1978 the site became a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve before finally being named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. It is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second-highest in Africa, after Kilimanjaro, and the three highest peaks, Batian Nelion and Lenana are named after Maasai Chiefs.

Mt. Kenya

Where is Mount Kenya?

Mount Kenya and the surrounding National Park lies on the equator in the central region of Kenya.

 

When Mount Kenya was first climbed?

The summit of Batian on Mount Kenya was first summited on the 13th September 1899 by Sir Halford John Mackinder with Cesar Ollier and Josef Brocherel after three failed attempts in the same year. Before the successful expedition the team had experienced numerous problems, including deserting porters, lack of food, theft and even murder.

 

How high is Mount Kenya?

The highest peak on Mount Kenya is Batian at 5199m, the second highest peak is Nelion which is just 11 metres smaller (5188 m) and both these peaks are technical climbing peaks. Point Lenana is the third highest peak (4985m) and is the second highest trekking peak in Africa.

Can you trek to the summit of Mount Kenya?

At 4,985 metres Point Lenana is an achievable trekking peak for most people and if ascended on the Naro Moru route. It’s currently the world’s highest via ferrata, which adds to the challenge and enjoyment. The panoramic views of the volcanic peaks, wide valleys, gorges and surrounding savannah makes a climb on this mountain the perfect African trekking experience.

There are many ways to climb Mount Kenya (including technical climbs on the two higher peaks, Nelion and Batian). Our most popular option is a Naro Moru ascent and Chogoria descent on the Mount Kenya traverse as this gives the best chance to see wildlife and the summit ridge up to Point Lenana from the Austrian Hut is just stunning and a great introduction to mountaineering. The views on the descent are also a highlight looking down towards the gorge, lakes, smaller peaks and immense forest.

The cheapest way to summit is a Mount Kenya trek ascending and descending on the Western side of the mountain, trekking up the Naro Moru route and ascending the Sirimon route. If you’re looking for the easier way to the summit then better to go with the Sirimon ascent as that the final camp at Shiptons is much closer to the summit and much easier terrain to the Naro Moru route.

Mountain Climbing Safaris

4 Days Mt Kenya Climbing – Sirimon Route

4 Days Mt Kenya Climbing – Sirimon Route

5 Days Mt Kenya Climbing – Sirimon – Naro Moru Route

5 Days Mt Kenya Climbing – Sirimon – Naro Moru Route

5 Days Mt Kenya Climbing Sirimon – Chogoria Route

5 Days Mt Kenya Climbing Sirimon – Chogoria Route

6 Days Mt Kenya Climbing Naromoru – Chogoria Route

6 Days Mt Kenya Climbing Naromoru – Chogoria Route