Kenya may well be one of the safari ‘capitals’ of the world, but everyone also needs time to relax and recharge either as soon as they step off the plane in Nairobi, or after a hectic week on safari chasing Africa’s big game over dusty savannas.
And what better way to do this than on one of Kenya’s many beautiful white sandy beaches. Fringed by swaying palm trees one one side, and the warm Indian Ocean on the other, the shoreline is lined with coral reefs, making Kenya also a superb destination for watersport and diving enthusiasts alike.
Just 40 km south of Mombasa are Galu Beach and Diani Beach, an extremely tranquil beach destination that has earned a reputation as a Kenyan 'Maldives'. The area is surrounded by holy forests and sacred land, which can be explored via a network of walking and biking trails.
FCO Latest Travel Advice (as of 4 May 2012)
The Foreign Office have now lifted their travel advisory against all but essential travel to Lamu. Travel Butlers will now be offering this destination again to guests.
North of Mombasa, the Lamu Archipelago is a small collection of remote, quiet islands, offering a true escape from the busy world and also the popular beaches of Mombasa itself. Many of the islands here have Swahili ruins dating back to the 14th century, making an interesting day trip if and when you wish to leave your sun lounger for a few hours.
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Afrochic, Diani Beach
Afrochic, with it's beautiful furnished landscaped garden and it's free form crystal clear swimming pool with jacuzzi, is situated right on the edge of the white Diani beach, which stretches 27 km along the south of Mombasa. Diani Beach is regarded as the best stretch of beach along the Kenya coast.
Bamburi Beach Hotel, Mombasa
The Bamburi beach hotel is set amid lush tropical gardens, with extensive white sandy beaches overlooking the beautiful Indian Ocean. There are 2 swimming pools (one with a jacuzzi), a fitness centre, 2 air-conditioned squash courts, Childrens club, a small beauty salon, a pool table and table tennis.
Leopard Beach Resort, Diani Beach
Dotted throughout the vast 25 acres of magnificent tropical gardens are 158 comfortable and welcoming rooms, radiating tasteful colour schemes which range from fresh citrus-lemon and sky-blue, through romantic ruby and jade to soft terracotta an rattan. Every room is excellently furnished and includes a bath, shower and bidet, air conditioning, multi channel satellite television, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, mosquito nets and a well-stocked mini-bar.
Southern Palms Beach Resort, Diani Beach
The 298 air conditioned rooms (including 2 luxury suites) will ensure a comfortable stay. The rooms are fully air-conditioned and feature a locally carved "Pili Pili" 4 poster double bed and a standard size day bed that can convert into a 2nd bed if required for children.
Pinewood Beach Resort & Spa, Galu Beach
Pinewood is a boutique hotel, where natural beauty and inspired design are merged to create the perfect romantic destination. Situated on the unspoiled shores of the wonderfully warm Indian Ocean, this intimate and stylish beach resort prides itself on exceptional personal service and attention.
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