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The Kenya Coast, Mombasa, Lamu, Kiwayu
The coastal town Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya. Located
in south-east of Kenya, it is an excellent haven for beach lovers and
also acts as the gateway to the entire Kenya Coast. Mombasa and its environs
is one of the best places in Africa to locate white sandy beaches and
the warm waters has given way to a coral reef that is the delight of deep
sea divers. Rich in a history that extends beyond a thousand years with
a wealth of cultures that are a result of trading with a variety of people
that include the Indians, the Arabs, the Portuguese and the English, Mombasa
definitely has an allure that can rarely be resisted by the traveler.
In 1498 a Portuguese explorer called Vasco da Gama came to Mombasa. Mombasa
became a main trading centre along the east coast of Africa. Today you
can view history at Fort Jesus, that served as headquarter for trading
goods, a prison for slaves and of course protecting Portuguese from conflicts.
Mombasa is heavily influenced by Arabic culture and the heart of the town
has many shops, markets and other businesses as well as an exciting nightlife.
MOMBASA BEACH PARADISE
DAY ONE: NAIROBI - MOMBASA
The morning is spent relaxing while the afternoon is occupied by a visit
to the nearby Nairobi National Park that nestles with the city as its
backdrop. Take the "Lunatic Express" train to Mombasa arriving
early the next morning. Dinner and overnight in the sleeper.
DAY TWO: MOMBASA - SOUTH COAST
Transfer by vehicle to hotel on the renown Diani Beach, where the next
few days are spent enjoying the unspoiled white sands of these beaches.
Accommodation is on half board to enable you sample the varied cuisine
that is found in the eateries of the many hotels that dot this coast.
DAY THREE TO DAY SIX: DIANI BEACH
These days are spent by the beach sunbathing or engaged in the numerous
water sports that are available including:- Scuba diving, snorkeling,
wind surfing, big game fishing and deep sea diving.
DAY SEVEN: DIANI - NAIROBI
Morning flight to Nairobi after transfer by road to the coastal town of
Mombasa. Dinner at Carnivore before flight back home.
MOMBASA BEACH TOUR
DAY ONE: NAIROBI - MOMBASA - NORTH
COAST
Morning flight to Mombasa. Transfer to Serena Beach Hotel after a tour
of the city of Mombasa which includes a visit to Fort Jesus, Mamba Village
or Crocodile farm, "Haller's Park" - a masterpiece in environmental
conservation - and lunch. Dinner and overnight at this first class beach
hotel.
DAY TWO: NORTH COAST - SERENA BEACH
The day is spent at leisure in this beautiful stretch of white sands less
than one hour's drive from the famous port of Mombasa. A lunch cruise
on the famous Tamarind Dhow. Dinner and an overnight stay at the Serena
Beach Hotel, one of the top hotels of the world.
DAY THREE TO DAY FIVE: SERENA
BEACH - MALINDI
A mid morning drive via the Gedi Ruins to Turtle Bay Hotel in Malindi
where for the next few days you are at leisure either relaxing by the
beach, engaged in water sports or exploring the nearby nature trails and
historic ruins.
DAY SIX: MALINDI - LAMU ISLAND
Afternoon flight to Lamu the northernmost island on the Kenyan coastline.
Dinner and overnight at a Lamu Hotel.
DAY SEVEN TO DAY NINE: LAMU
The next few days are at leisure exploring this romantic and secluded
island or just lazing on the beach where the endless white sands give
an illusion of being on different plane from the rest of humanity. Accommodation
in Lamu is on full board basis.
DAY TEN: NAIROBI
Morning flight to Nairobi. Transfer to your hotel. Evening dinner at the
Carnivore Restaurant before proceeding to the airport for your flight
back home.
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