Holiday Sun Kenya

The Kenyan coast is a much more enjoyable place to relax in Nairobi. The city of Mombasa is the place of tropical relaxation, ported by its beaches and world-class resort; holidays to Kenya cater for everybody — sunseekers, divers, site seekers and families. Even people who want to see the wildlife have plenty of options available to them. Holidays to Kenya are a great option for those who want something more exotic without the price tag.

Hotels In Kenya – Details of hotels that are available in Kenya

Why choose Kenya?

It was once the case that holidays to Kenya will reserves are moderately rich. The results were expensive and upmarket and the flights are flown only by the scheduled carriers stop only recently had the highest the agents offered holidays to Kenya bring a wonderful country to the feet of ordinary British holidaymakers.

Photo: Diani Beach, Mombasa, Kenya

Photo Credit:  Joao Maximo published under Creative Common License 3.0

The resorts

Mombasa

The city of Mombasa is actually home to 3 holiday resorts; Diani beach to the South the city and is Nyali Beach and Bamburi Beach to the North. The Shimba Hills National Park; Mijikenda County and Mazeras are all within easy day trip distance from these resorts.

Watamu

A smaller and more personal affair than Mombasa, Watamu it consists of a small collection of hotels and the beach. It is one of only a very few resorts that is close to a Marine national park where the diving is amazing. There are also things to do nearby and excursions to see whales and dolphins.  Watamu is the alterntaive to Mombasa for holidays to Kenya.

Photo: Turtle Bay, Watamu, Kenya

Photo Credit:  Smudgger888 published under Creative Commons License 3.0

The weather

The climate and weather differs greatly depending on where in Kenya you go. In and gets cooler due to the increasing altitude. Nairobi six is 1600 m above sea level and has a moderate climate where temperatures can drop to around 5° at night. Towards the coast temperatures are a steady 27° to 31° all year round. The main rainy season runs from April to June and twin Leicester extends November and December. The dry season runs from January to the end of March and July to November. The driest months is February. Holidays to Kenya can be taken all year round and prices don’t tend to differ much between high and low season. Deciding when to take holidays to Kenya will largely depend on what you plan to do. If you plan to go snorkelling October to January is best, event in particular. The game viewing stick to the summer dry season.

Photo: Climate chart for Mombasa.

Climate Chart from the BBC Weather Service.

Travel

Flight times

Flight times from London to Nairobi are around eight hours; direct flights to Mombasa from London are between 8 1/2 nine hours.

Time zone

Kenya is always three hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time. Whilst this time difference is noticeable it is not severe.

Travelling with children.

Holidays to Kenya with children should be no more risky than any other well-established holiday destination. Malaria is the obvious threat with anti-malarial tablets needing to be taken before, during and after the holiday. With this in mind, holidays to Kenya for very young children may not be an easy option as it is often difficult to persuade babies and toddlers to swallow pills. However, the Kenyans are very welcoming to children and it is a wonderful place to take a family holiday.

If you plan to take a Safari it is worth bearing in mind that many tours will not take children who are below the age of seven. Whilst seeing wildlife in Kenya is spectacular, distances between game drives can be vast and boring for young travellers. Those with young children may want to consider some of the one-day Safari excursions available in many of the hotels.

Beaches

The beaches all along the Kenyan coast are stunning. The Coral Reef that lies just beyond the coastline provides ample opportunities for those wanting to snorkel and dive. It also provides a barrier from sharks entering the beach area and provides swimmers on the beach with warm calm water to a bathe in.

Hotels in Kenya - Details of the hotels that are available in Kenya.

All inclusive holidays to Kenya are perfect way to unwind and sunshine all year round. Despite the distance is one of only a few destinations available to British holidaymakers that don’t involve serious jetlag. All inclusive holidays to Kenya are affordable as well.

All Inclusive Holidays to Kenya – see what hotels are availabe for all inclusive holidays to Kenya.

Photo: The Beach outside the Baobab Beach Resort

Photo Credit: Joao Maximo published under Creative Commons 3.0

Many of the hotels also offer plenty of activities and excursions from one day Safaris to SCUBA diving lessons in the pool. Many of these activities are included in the price of all inclusive holidays to Kenya although the Safaris may be a little extra.

All Inclusive Holidays to Kenya-see what hotels are availabe for all inclusive holidays to Kenya

Those looking for all inclusive holidays to Kenya head towards Mombasa. Mombasa is the gateway city to coastal Kenya. This is where most international and domestic flights land and is host to many spectacular beaches and resorts. The Kenyan coast around Mombasa the perfect way to do nothing or; if you prefer to do a little bit more, there is also plenty to see and do. Holidays the Kenyan is the perfect way to unwind lazy tropical surroundings without having to worry about the extra cost of food and activities.

There are several resorts in Mombasa, Nyali beach to the North and Diani Beach to the south.

Mombassa Hotels

Southern Palms

Hotel: Southern Palms

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Locaiton: Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	All Inclusive Half Board	Main buffet restaurant Poolside barbecue grill Pizzeria and Italian restaurant A la carte snack bar Beach bar Lounge bar, open 24 hours Arabic-style bar 2 large pools Poolside whirlpool bath Fountains 2 swim-up bars Pool bars Sunbeds at the poolside and on the beach Pool towels and mattresses Supervised hotel-run children’s club; 4-12 years	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Nyali beach.

Situated to the north of Mombasa in a quiet suburb. It is home to some of the main resorts around Mombasa. It is advisable to head toward more northerly area of the beach around the hotel Reef. Further to the south and beach disappears at high tide.

There are several things to see and do nearby. Why not visit Mamba Village, one of the biggest crocodile farm in Kenya. There is also the Nyali golf club and the Shiva Cave if you fancy a little more than sunbathing.

Hotels in Nyali Beach

Voyager Beach Hotel

Hotel: Voyager Beach Resort

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Location: Nyali Beach, Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	All Inclusive	Unique Nautical theme 3 swimming pools Main buffet restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Italian restaurant and pizzeria A la carte Smuggler’s Cove speciality seafood restaurant and grill Poolside snack bar Morning and afternoon tea Lounge bar open 24 hours Fun pool with bridge, waterfall, waterslide and children’s section Large pool Beachfront adults only relax pool Whirlpool Sun terraces Pool towels, sunbeds and parasols	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Diani Beach

If you want more choice with all inclusive holidays Kenya then head to Diani Beach situated to the south of Mombasa. Here the beaches are picture perfect with palms lining the shores and plenty of hotels choice. On the downside however, as with the southern tip of Nyali Beach, there is very little left of the sand at high tide. Nevertheless, it still offers some of the most upmarket accommodation around the Mombasa area.

Photo: Joao Maximo used under Creative Commons Licence (3.0)

Hotels in Diani Beach area include the Baobab Beach Resort,  an elegant stylish resort situated on a coral rock peninsula. Activities in the Dianai beach area include renting bicycles, kitesurfing, windsurfing; and dhow-trips. Snorkelling and be done off the shore or if you can take a boat trip to the reef nearby. Hiring snorkelling gear is easy and this can be done just about anywhere. You can also visit the Kongo Mosque at the end of the beach and the nearby Jadini Forest. The Shimba Hills also make for a nice day trip.

Hotels in Diani Beach

Baobab Beach Resort

Hotel: Baobab Beach Resort

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Location: Diani Beach, Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	All Inclusive	Karibu main restaurant serving buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner Tapa Tapa Bar serving drinks, light snacks, sandwiches and pastries Theme nights and show cooking at main restaurant Swimming pool Free-form swimming pool at the Kole Kole section Cascading 3-tier swimming pool at Maridadi wing Sunbeds Beach and pool towels available	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Leopard Beach Resort and Spa

Hotel: Leopard Beach Resort and Spa

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Location: Diani Beach, Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	Half Board	Main buffet restaurant with themed eveings A la carte Chui Grill Poolside bistro Seafront pizza & pasta restaurant Snack bar Juice bar Gourmet upgrade – guests can pay & upgrade for unlimited à la carte dining Health bar with fruit, salads and light meals Christmas & New Year gala dinners Main swimming pool with bar close to the ocean front Quiet adults-only pool in the hotel gardens Sunbeds Pool towels provided Pool bar Children’s pool adjacent to main pool Playroom Children’s menu Early suppers Cots and highchairs	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Diani Sea Resort

Hotel: Diani Sea Resort

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Location: Diani Beach, Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	All Inclusive	Main restaurant serving buffet breakfast and lunch and buffet or table d’hôte dinner Poolside snack bar Bar Al fresco dining on terraces, weather permitting Lounge Weekly barbecue night Packed lunches Free-form pool Small waterslide Sunbeds with mattresses and pool towels provided Tropical gardens Golf putting green Minigolf Introductory scuba diving trial in the pool	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Watamu has beautiful beaches, a superb Marine Park and lively young night life. It is well used to tourists and the beach is part of the Marine Park. Although there is few choices of hotels here beach and the Coral offshore are the main justification of visiting Watamu. Come to Watamu and you will not be disappointed. The Watamu area is home to three spectacular bays – Watamu Bay, the Blue Lagoon and Turtle Bay. Watamu is a perfect place to take an all inclusive holiday to Kenya.

Turtle Bay, Watamu, Kenya

Photo:  smudger888 used under Creative Commons Licence (3.0)

The Watamu Marine National Park hosts outings on glass bottomed boats to see the spectacular coral beds that are home to vivid and magical marine life.

Many hotels contribute to and participate in the Watamu Turtle Watch. This is a project set up to protect the eggs of threatened marine turtles and paying local people to guard the nests. If you are lucky you may be able to see turtles hatching. There is also diving and Grouper and dolphin spotting.

The main resort in the Watamu area is the Turtle Bay Beach Club – an expertly run all inclusive hotel with lots to do and lots to eat.

The Pool at Turtle Bay Beach Club, Watamu, Kenya

Photo:  smudger888 used under Creative Commons Licence (3.0)

Mombassa Hotels

Southern Palms

Hotel: Southern Palms

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Location: Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	All Inclusive Half Board	Main buffet restaurant Poolside barbecue grill Pizzeria and Italian restaurant A la carte snack bar Beach bar Lounge bar, open 24 hours Arabic-style bar 2 large pools Poolside whirlpool bath Fountains 2 swim-up bars Pool bars Sunbeds at the poolside and on the beach Pool towels and mattresses Supervised hotel-run children's club; 4-12 years	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Serena Beach Hotel

Hotel: Serena Beach Hotel

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Location: Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	Half Board	Fountain restaurant serving full American breakfast and evening meals Sokoni restaurant serving lunch Jahazi speciality seafood restaurant Gala dinners available Ice cream parlour Pizzeria Swimming pool fringed by lawns and palm trees Sunbeds Sun terrace 2 children's pools Children's activities	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Nyali Beach Hotels

Voyager Beach Hotel

Hotel: Voyager Beach Resort

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Location: Nyali Beach, Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	All Inclusive	Unique Nautical theme 3 swimming pools Main buffet restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Italian restaurant and pizzeria A la carte Smuggler’s Cove speciality seafood restaurant and grill Poolside snack bar Morning and afternoon tea Lounge bar open 24 hours Fun pool with bridge, waterfall, waterslide and children's section Large pool Beachfront adults only relax pool Whirlpool Sun terraces Pool towels, sunbeds and parasols	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Diani Beach Hotels

Baobab Beach Resort

Hotel: Baobab Beach Resort

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Location: Diani Beach, Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	All Inclusive	Karibu main restaurant serving buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner Tapa Tapa Bar serving drinks, light snacks, sandwiches and pastries Theme nights and show cooking at main restaurant Swimming pool Free-form swimming pool at the Kole Kole section Cascading 3-tier swimming pool at Maridadi wing Sunbeds Beach and pool towels available	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Leopard Beach Resort and Spa

Hotel: Leopard Beach Resort and Spa

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Location: Diani Beach, Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	Half Board	Main buffet restaurant with themed eveings A la carte Chui Grill Poolside bistro Seafront pizza & pasta restaurant Snack bar Juice bar Gourmet upgrade – guests can pay & upgrade for unlimited à la carte dining Health bar with fruit, salads and light meals Christmas & New Year gala dinners Main swimming pool with bar close to the ocean front Quiet adults-only pool in the hotel gardens Sunbeds Pool towels provided Pool bar Children's pool adjacent to main pool Playroom Children's menu Early suppers Cots and highchairs	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Diani Sea Resort

Hotel: Diani Sea Resort

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Location: Diani Beach, Mombassa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	All Inclusive	Main restaurant serving buffet breakfast and lunch and buffet or table d'hôte dinner Poolside snack bar  Bar  Al fresco dining on terraces, weather permitting Lounge Weekly barbecue night Packed lunches Free-form pool Small waterslide Sunbeds with mattresses and pool towels provided Tropical gardens Golf putting green Minigolf Introductory scuba diving trial in the pool	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Diani Reef Beach Resort and Spa

Hotel: Diani Reef Beach Resort and Spa

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Location: Diani Beach, Mombasa, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	Half Board Full Board	3 restaurants Coral Rock Café is the main restaurant, offering an extensive buffet Sake Oriental air-conditioned restaurant serving Indian, Chinese and Japanese Fins Seafood & Grill 2 free-form pools Shaded outdoor whirlpool Swim-up bar Private beach area with sun loungers and thatched umbrellas Children's fun centre with games and a theatre Children's menu Shaded children's pool Playground	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Pinewood Village

Hotel: Pinewood Village

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Location: Galu Beach, Diani, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	All Inclusive Half Board Full Board	Jahazi Bar & Bistro serving pizzas and pasta Bahari lounge bar and restaurant Peponi beach restaurant and lounge Swimming pool Swim-up bar Whirlpool bath Amani Spa Gym Squash Aqualand watersports centre featuring scuba diving, deep sea fishing, kite surfing and sea safaris Floodlit tennis court Beach volleyball Darts Table tennis	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)

Watamu

Turtle Bay Beach Club

Hotel: Turtle Bay Beach Club

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Location: Watamu, Kenya

Photo	Board Basis	Facilities	Flights
	All Inclusive	Weaver's Nest Bar overlooking tropical ponds Ocean front Canoe bar Poolside buffet restaurant with international cuisine Snack bar Pizzeria overlooking tropical ponds A la carte restaurant – evenings only Packed lunches available Tea and coffee available in reception Free-form swimming pool Adults only quiet pool in the gardens Pool towels, sunbeds and mattresses Children's paddling pool Hotel-run kids' club – fully supervised Paddling pool Tarzan's Tree House Playground	Gatwick (Mon) Manchester (Thur)