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Mombasa Old Town, beaches + city life Diani + South Coast White sand, stays + South Coast experiences Nyali Beaches, dining + city convenience Watamu Marine life + beach escapes Malindi History, food + northern Coast Lamu Island streets + Swahili culture Beaches Diani · Galu · Tiwi · Nyali · Bamburi · Shanzu · Watamu · Malindi Marine Park · etc.

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Mombasa Kwale Kilifi Lamu Taita Taveta Tana River

EXPLORE FURTHER

Go beyond the big names.

Follow the Coast south, north, offshore or inland and discover the towns, islands and landscapes in between.

South Coast Tiwi · Diani · Shimoni · Wasini Mombasa + North Coast Nyali · Mtwapa · Kilifi · Watamu · Malindi Islands + inland Shela · Lamu islands · Taita Hills · Tana River

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STORIES, GUIDES + LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

Understand the Coast, not just visit it.

Guides, reviews, people, food, culture and reporting from across Kenya’s Coast

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Guides Useful, researched ways to experience the Coast News What’s changing across the Coast Reviews Places, stays, food + experiences we’ve tried Meet The Locals Meet the people shaping life along the Coast Food Stories Dishes, drinking culture + the people behind them Coast Life Deeper pieces about neighbourhoods, nightlife, markets, trends and everyday life Nature + Conservation Wildlife, marine life + the people protecting it

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WHERE TO STAY

Find somewhere worth waking up in.

From full-service beach resorts to private houses, small hotels and wild escapes, find the stay that fits your trip.

BROWSE STAYS

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Hotels Explore hotels, resorts, lodges and other hotel stays along the coast Holiday Homes & Apartments Discover beach villas, private holiday homes and self-catering apartments along Kenya's coast.

STAY YOUR WAY

Wake up by the Indian Ocean.

A Coast stay worth building a trip around.

Right on the water Beachfront stays Need more space? Villas + private homes

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EXPERIENCE THE COAST

Make more of your time on the Coast

Get in the water, follow centuries of history, head into the wild or find something you didn’t know was here

FIND SOMETHING TO DO

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Tours Guided trips, day tours + ways to explore further Beaches Experiences Activities, workshops, adventures + memorable things to try Volunteer + Conservation Community projects, wildlife work + ways to give your time Nature + Wildlife Marine life, forests, sanctuaries + wild landscapes Culture + Heritage Historic places, traditions + Coast culture Sports and activities

PICK YOUR KIND OF DAY

What do you feel like doing?

Start with the kind of day you want and find something that fits.

Beach + water Swim · snorkel · sail · dive Free + low-cost Great days without a big spend

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Taste the Coast

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Swahili food, seafood, cafés and places worth crossing town for.

Food + drink

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Restaurants Browse by destination, cuisine + mood Beach Restaurants & Bars Oceanfront places worth a meal Local Food Swahili dishes, Kenyan favourites + everyday local eats Cafés Coffee, breakfast, brunch + afternoon stops Bars + Nightlife Beach bars, pubs, lounges, music + late nights New Openings Recently opened and newly added places

Worth knowing

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New openings, local favourites and places worth making a detour for.

Local food Start with Swahili flavours Beach restaurants Eat by the ocean New on the Coast See what's just opened

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ON THE COAST

See what’s happening on the Coast.

Live music, food, festivals, markets, family days and one-off events worth making plans for

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Events Browse upcoming Coast events Events in Diani & South Coast upcoming events in Diani & South Coast Events in Mombasa Browse upcoming events around Mombasa, Nyali, Bamburi, Shanzu Performers Artists, DJs, musicians + people appearing on the Coast Music + Nightlife Live music, DJs, parties + nights out Venues Clubs, hotels, cultural spaces + places hosting events Organisers Promoters, collectives + the people behind the events This Weekend Make plans for Friday, Saturday + Sunday Halloween & Oktoberfest Seasonal parties, festivals & celebrations

HOSTING SOMETHING?

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CURRENT OFFERS

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Current offers from businesses across the Coast — from food, stays and experiences to shopping, beauty, transport and everyday services.

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Eat + Drink Restaurant deals, brunches, happy hours + food specials Stays Hotel nights, resort packages + accommodation offers Things to Do Tours, experiences, attractions + entertainment deals Shopping + Retail Fashion, gifts, home, electronics + local shopping offers Beauty + Wellness Spas, salons, beauty, fitness + self-care offers Services Local services, photographers, professionals + everyday offers Packages + Bundles Combined offers, seasonal packages + multi-service deals Seasonal Offers Festive, school-holiday, Valentine’s, Easter, Eid + long-weekend offers

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Before you go

Make the Coast easier to navigate

Work out when to go, how to get there, how to move around and what to know before you arrive

TRIP PLANNING

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Getting to the Coast Flights, SGR, buses + road connections Entry + eTA Passport, eTA, entry requirements + official links Transport + Car Hire Cars, transfers, taxis, drivers + local transport Itineraries One day, a weekend or a longer Coast trip When to Go Seasons, crowds, rainfall + the best time for your trip Weather + Sea Conditions Forecasts, tides, sunrise, wind + ocean conditions Safety + Local Know-how Useful advice for beaches, towns, transport + nights out Travel Essentials Money, SIMs, power, health basics + practical information

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Find car hire, airport transfers, private drivers and practical ways to travel between towns, beaches and islands.

Car hire Self-drive + chauffeur SGR & Airport transfers Pickups + drop-offs Drivers + transfers Local + intercity

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THE COAST, AS PEOPLE SEE IT

See the Coast through people who are here.

Photos, videos, discoveries and everyday moments shared by locals, travellers and creators across the Coast.

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Latest Moments See what people are sharing across the Coast now Personal Following feed New moments from people and places you follow Following Creators Meet the people sharing life on the Coast Explore by Place Moments from Mombasa, Diani, Watamu, Lamu + beyond Following Moments from people and places you follow

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