Diani beach is renowned for being one of Mombasa top destinations for beaches, nightlife, hotels, bars, restaurants, and many other hidden little gems you would not know about and well worth a visit.
Shopping in Diani beach, Galu, Ukunda Kwale County.
Diani beach, Galu beach and Ukunda are the main shopping areas in this part of Kwale County. There is a vast number of shops from street venders small stores and shopping centres so you are not stuck for most general essentials. For bigger shopping requirements you may need to go to Mombasa.
Best clubs bars and nightlife in Diani
Check into the Hotel, find your room, bags down, quick wash and time to party. Of course, this will vary depending on your circumstances. If you are on holiday with family and children, then maybe a quiet drink in the Hotel bar. For the party animals, Diani has a wide range of venues from karaoke bars to full on nightclubs with pool tables and loud music.
Diani boat trips scuba diving tours & excursions
Diani beach is renowned for its great beaches and climate. Kite surfing is one of the most popular activities along the Diani beach along with Scuba diving, Boat trips to paradise islands and excursions visiting some of the wildlife parks around Diani
Diani beach long-term appartments to rent
Most visitors to Diani are only staying for a short while on holiday or just a quick stop on the way to their next destination and to be honest there is a wide variety of choices to choose from when it comes to hotels. from low budget to luxury resorts with infinity pools and high-end accommodation. For those planning to stay over a month-long term apartment is a cheaper option. However, in my experience be aware that any deposits paid directly are normally very difficult to get back when you decide to leave.
Is it safe to walk around Diani beach?
If you stick to the main highways and beaches Diani is safe during the day. Try to stay in areas where there are other people especially tourists. You will be approached quite often by people trying to sell you something or asking for money just be polite and say no thankyou and carry-on walking. Be a little more careful at night especially in the later hours and early morning. Do not walk alone in unlit areas off the beaten track. always use a Tuk Tuk or taxi to travel around at night especially to and from where you are staying. I hate to say it but the best policy is trust no one.
When travelling to any country it is always best to follow online travel guidlines to help you be more aware of your surroundings and enviroment no matter what part of the world you plan to visit.
How do I get from Nairobi to Diani?
Depending on your budget and how adventurous you want to be. There are 3 ways to get to Diani from Nairobi, By road, by train and by air.
How do I get from Nairobi to Diani by coach?
Travelling to Diani by coach or minibus is by far the cheapest option. this is a 322-mile journey and can take anywhere between 8-10 hours depending on traffic and stops. The cost can vary between £8.00-£20.00. Most coaches will only take you to Mombasa and from there you will need to take a taxi or tuk tuk to Diani costing around £5.00. Uber & Bolt are available from here, it’s about an hour and a half journey costing around £10.00. The 2 most popular coach companies are Simba, Chania & Rosy coach. For more booking information go to quickbus.
How do I get from Nairobi to Diani by Train?
The second option and by far the more scenic way to get to Diani from Nairobi is by Train. This costs around £10.00 and takes about 5 hours. The SGR Modaraba express will take you to Mombasa the Inter- County (morning) train departs Nairobi Terminus at 0800 hrs arrives in Mombasa at 1400 hrs. The afternoon Express train departs Nairobi Terminus at 1500 hrs and arrives in Mombasa at 2008 hrs.
From there you will need to take a coach or minibus to Diani. coaches and minibuses from Mombasa will normally only take you to Ukunda and from there you can get a tuk tuk for around £1.50 to Diani only a short distance. Otherwise you can take a Taxi, uber or Bolt for around £8.00 to drop you off at your hotel or apartment in Diani.
How do I get from Nairobi to Diani by Air?
The fastest and most comfortable way to get to Diani is by flying, this takes about 1 hour and costs around £30.00. There are many flights to Ukunda and from Nairobi. When you arrive at Ukunda airport you can take a Taxi the short distance to Diani.
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