Chill Out on Idyllic Diani Beach

Fine white sand. Swaying coconut palms. Turquoise waters protected by a coral reef. A selection of classy upmarket resort hotels. Yes, lovely Diani Beach, 33km/20mi south of Mombasa, ticks all the boxes when it comes to tropical beach escapes. As a bonus, the surrounding forests support plenty of monkeys, and it makes a great base for a day safari to underrated Shimba Hills National Reserve.

it is one of the best beaches in Africa and it was voted as one of the top beaches in Africa by CNN, Diani Beach is also one of the greatest water spots destinations in East Africa offering a range of water sport activities such as Kayaking, jet-skiing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, paddle boarding and scuba-diving.

Diani Beach is a major beach on the Indian Ocean coast of Kenya in East Africa located about 30 kilometers south of Mombasa in Kwale County, the coast area of Kenya is known for its coral reefs, black and white colobus monkeys and fore the closely located Shimba Hills National Reserve a wildlife reserve overlooking the Indian Ocean. Kenya is one of the few places in the world where reef sharks are seen frequently and Diani Beach is one of the best places to see them in Kenya.

Diani Beach is about 10 kilometers long from the Kongo River to the north and Galu Beach and is adjacent to Ukunda Town.

Diani Beach offers an expansive 20 kilometers of powder white sand which meets the Indian Ocean on Kenya’s South Coastline.

Diani Beach hosts high class hotels, resorts, restaurants, shopping centers with boutiques and curio shops, Diani Beach is not only a breathtaking destination, its scenery impresses travelers and also offers an extensive range of experiences fit for families and honeymooners.

Yes, Diani Beach is the best Beach in the world and here are the reasons to why

1. Boutique accommodation

Diani Beach has a variety of world – class beach resorts and lodges and some of the best accommodation facilities include

Waterlovers Beach Resort – a charming resort with panoramic oceanic views, the resort is situated approximately 35 kilometers away from Mombasa and offers an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel – this elegant hotel is situated along the sandy Diani Beach and it features an outdoor and indoor pool, a restaurant, a fitness center, massage services and a poolside bar.

Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa – located on Galu Beach and 10 kilometers from the Ukunda Airstrip, this boutique hotel features water sport activities, an outdoor pool and restaurants.

The sands at Nomad Boutique Hotel – with exclusive beach cottages and luxurious suites many with private jacuzzies, panoramic terraces and spacious sitting room. All the rooms are individually interior designed and furnished with an inspired combination of Swahili objects d’art furniture and the finest mahogany woodwork.

Others accommodations at Diani Beach include Kinondo Kwetu Lodge, The Zubeida, Swahili Beach Resort, The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel among others.