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Aerial view along Diani Beach

The independent Kenyan coast guide

Plan the Kenyan coast with confidence

Practical guides to stays, beaches, food and experiences from Mombasa to Lamu.

Mombasa Diani Watamu Malindi Lamu Kilifi

Choose your base

Six coast destinations, six different trips

Start with the atmosphere you want. Each destination guide brings together accommodation, activities, food, transport and seasonal advice.

Historic buildings in Mombasa Old Town

Mombasa

History, city energy and north-coast beaches.

 Sunrise over Diani Beach

Diani

Long white beach, resorts and water sports.

 Beach and rocky islets at Watamu

Watamu

Reefs, marine life and creek experiences.

 Morning activity along Malindi Beach

Malindi

Beach-town life, heritage and Italian influence.

 Waterfront and traditional boats on Lamu Island

Lamu

Swahili heritage, dhow travel and car-free lanes.

 Traditional dhows moored in Kilifi Creek

Kilifi

Creek activities, quiet beaches and a slower pace.

Plan by decision

Find the answer your trip needs next

01

Where to stay

Compare neighbourhoods, hotels, resorts, villas and apartments by traveller type and budget.

Explore stays
02

What to do

Understand beaches, heritage sites, marine parks, day trips and guided experiences before booking.

Explore experiences
03

Where to eat

Choose restaurants by area, cuisine, atmosphere, price level and dietary needs.

Explore food guides
04

How to plan

Compare transport, weather, trip length, safety considerations and realistic itineraries.

Explore trip planning

Start with these guides

Useful planning, not endless inspiration

Featured articles should answer important early decisions and lead naturally to deeper destination guides.

Aerial view along the white sand at Diani Beach

Coast planning

Which Kenyan coast destination is right for you?

Compare beach style, atmosphere, airport access, budget and the trips each place suits.

 A narrow street in Mombasa Old Town

Mombasa

Mombasa travel guide

Where to stay, what to do and how to balance the old city with the beaches.

 Water and mangrove scenery near Watamu Marine Park and Mida Creek

Watamu

Best things to do in Watamu

Marine life, reefs, Mida Creek, Gede and the practical details behind each experience.

Independent by design

Recommendations with the tradeoffs left in

Mombasa Rentals should explain why an option suits a particular trip, what its limitations are and which traveller may be happier elsewhere.

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