Diani Beach, with its powder-white sand and turquoise water backed by palm trees, is consistently ranked among Africa’s best beaches. Days here move at a relaxed pace, whether spent swimming in the calm, reef-protected shallows or simply walking the long, uncrowded shoreline.
Beyond sunbathing, Diani offers a full menu of coastal activities, from kite surfing and stand-up paddleboarding to glass-bottom boat trips over the coral reef just offshore. The nearby Colobus Conservation area protects the endangered Angolan colobus monkeys found in the surrounding forest.
With a good spread of beachfront restaurants and laid-back bars, Diani suits both active travellers and those simply looking to unwind on the Kenyan coast.
