The perfection of Kenya’s coast is almost a cliché. Porcelain white beaches are lapped by warm, aquamarine waters in, on or under which every water sport imaginable is available. Deep-sea and big game fishing in superbly equipped boats is easily arranged whilst diving is exceptional; coral reefs host jewel coloured fish of all sizes whilst benign whale sharks, the largest fish in the world, are regularly sighted on the outer reefs. Shore-based attractions include the intriguing tenth century Swahili town of Lamu, whose winding streets and ornately carved doorways resonate with ancient secrets, the dhow docks of Mombasa and in the north, the spectacular Tana Delta that brims with bird and wildlife.
Recommended accommodation
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Alfajiri
Deemed the finest private homes on the Kenyan coast, Alfajiri offers three villas which according to Condé Nast Traveller are rated amongst the best beach villas in the world.
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Funzi Keys
Funzi Keys is an idyllic beachside paradise just fifteen minutes flying time from Mombasa. One of Tatler’s ‘101 Best Seaside Hotels’ in the World, it lies on a remote and undeveloped island..
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Hemingways
In keeping with the great man’s love of fishing, Hemingways is one of Africa’s best game-fishing centres.
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Manda Bay
For a pre or post-safari break, Manda Bay in Kenya’s tranquil Lamu Kiwayu archipelago could hardly be better.
Sample itinerary
DAY 1 LONDON/NAIROBI
Schedule overnight flight London to Nairobi.
DAY 2 NAIROBI/SHOMPOLE
On arrival in Nairobi transfer by light aircraft to Shompole for a 3 night stay.
DAY 3-4 SHOMPOLE
2 days of relaxation with massage and spa treatments as well as gentle game viewing.
DAY 5 SHOMPOLE/SARUNI
Transfer by light aircraft from Shompole to the Maasai. Mara, Saruni for a 3 night stay.
DAY 6-7 SARUNI
2 days of activities including game drives and walks with bush picnics and exploring the culture of the local
community.
DAY 8 SARUNI/FUNZI KEYS
Transfer by light aircraft to Funzi Keys for a 4 night stay.
DAY 9-11 FUNZI KEYS
3 days of relaxing, swimming, snorkelling and fishing.
DAY 12 FUNZI KEYS/NAIROBI
Transfer by light aircraft from Funzi Keys to Mombasa. Take the schedule flight to Nairobi and connect to London.
Day 13
Early morning arrival into London.
Price from £2,800 excluding flights, lunch and activities at Funzi Keys.
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