Kenya's 480 kms (300
miles) of Indian Ocean shoreline are endowed with sublime white
sand beaches, shady palm trees, warm waters for swimming and
a colorful chain of fringing coral reefs. On-shore breezes temper
the heat and the humidity. Temperature at the coast average
between 27 - 31° Celsius (81 - 88° F) perfect for enjoying
the many water sports available for beach-combing or for relaxing
pool-side.
The coast has much to offer
with a variety of activities and water sports including exploring
the underwater marine world of the reefs that lie off its shores.
The theme here is definitely one of 'doing as much or as little
as you like'.
From the coast to the plains,
combination of safari and beach makes a unique holiday experience.
The strings of islands that run up the Kenyan coast, the main
ones being Wasini, Chale, Lamu, Funzi Manda, Pate, Kiwayu and
Mombasa itself are all worth a visit. Apart from their beach
and ocean attractions, most of them have some archaeological
interest which is also a constant theme on the mainland: the
whole coast is full of ruins fort, Mosques, tombs and even whole
towns including Gedi Ruins in Malindi. The beaches have the
most beautiful coral reefs in the world the three most spectacular
zones, enclosed in Marine National Parks, are far to the south
off Wasini Island, the area between Watamu and Malindi and the
extreme north off Kiwayu Island.
Mombasa Island Safaris
Mombasa is Kenya’s
second largest city. It has a long, rich history dating back
over 1500 years when it started as a trading port. The Portuguese
explorer, Vasco Da Gama, landed here in 1498 and established
a Portuguese colony at the coast. Arabs from Oman later took
control of the city and left their mark on the region. Mombasa
has a rich, vibrant Swahili culture. There are several 3,
4 and 5 star hotels just to the north and south of Mombasa,
known as the north and south coast respectively. These hotels
provide for excellent accommodation, rich cuisine and a host
of activities for holiday makers. Day trips around the city
of Mombasa and a visit to Fort Jesus, built by the Portuguese
in 1593 are arranged. The town also has several nightclubs
and restaurants. Airport: Mombasa’s international airport
is known as Moi International Airport and is served by several
European and other Regional Airlines.
Lamu Island Safaris
A truly unique place,
Lamu is a town unaffected by the passage of time...; Lamu
is a romantic town that has survived time without undergoing
changes, a place where things are today almost as they were
at the turn of the Century. An exotic getaway for visitors,
where donkeys are used for transport. The streets are narrow
and winding. There are probably more dhows to be seen here
than anywhere else along the East African Coast. The beach
is magnificent and uncluttered. It’s one of the most
relaxing places you will ever have the pleasure to visit.
The perfect place for honeymooners and couples.
