The perfect tailor made Kenya beach holiday

Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya, and to its north and south it has pearly white beaches

Only a short direct flight from the Masai Mara, the Kenyan coast is the ideal spot to relax after a safari holiday. The main reason to visit Kenya’s second largest city is the vast expanse of pearly white beaches running seamlessly into the turquoise Indian Ocean, either side of Mombasa.

Heading south, a luxury Diani Beach holiday offers rest and rejuvenation on sparkling sands in boutique properties that are perfect for families, honeymooners and water-sports enthusiasts alike. Kite surfing here is amongst the best in the world, and there are excellent opportunities for diving and snorkelling along the beautiful coral reefs. Alternatively try your hand at deep sea fishing just off the coast, and if you’re here during February or March keep an eye out for migrating whale sharks, one of the most elusive of the marine giants.

For those who just can’t get enough of the safari experience, or perhaps have come to Kenya just for a beach holiday, Shimba Hills National Reserve is an easy day trip from Diani. There’s a huge elephant population here, as well as plentiful plains game and an impressive 300 species of butterfly.