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What to do in Diani

Sun, sea and sand is always a charming combination, but visit Diani and it’s the ocean that really holds the ticket to the activities. Warm, gin-clear water makes it ideal for snorkelling, and when the tide is out, a glass-bottomed boat or dug-out canoe trip will reveal the magic of the marine world. For something adventurous, there are plenty of PADI-certified diving schools dotted along the beach, and deep sea fishing is also a possibility. Just-right winds make it a great spot to learn to wind- or kite-surf, but if you would prefer to enjoy some R&R on the beach that’s frequently voted Kenya’s best, that’s fine too… By evening, hire a traditional dhow and cruise the coastline at sunset, then head into ‘town’ for cocktails and dinner at one of the quirky eateries; Ali Barbour’s cave restaurant is usually at the top of the list. Most hotels and resorts offer a huge variety of in-house experiences, but activities can be organised through a watersports centre. Just let us know, and we’ll point you in the right direction.

Snorkel the crystal clear waters of Diani

Leave the coast behind as a traditional dhow carves through the crystal-clear lagoon before you snorkel over colourful reefs while shoals of tiny fish swim by. One of the most popular spots is Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park, where craggy coral formations hide eye-catching marine life. Enjoy the temperate waters as an incredible scene plays out below; surreal lionfish on the hunt, sea turtles smoothly navigating the reefs and pods of dolphins moving in playful formation.
Snorkel the crystal clear waters of Diani

Scuba dive among the coral reefs in Diani

If your dreams of the Kenyan coast include a softly ebbing surf and piercing blue waters, Diani Beach is paradise. And it happens to be one of the best places in the country to jump on a boat, put on your SCUBA gear and explore the eye-catching reefs below the surface. A haven for endangered Hawksbill and green sea turtles, you're in for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Explore colourful coral where tiny nudibranches hide and the incredible lionfish glides past - cameras at the ready! A salvaged and re-sunken wreck has become an ad-hoc reef where shoals of fish and moray eels emerge from the portholes. If you plan your journey between November and February (the best time for scuba diving), you may even spot the incredible whale shark as they migrate down the coast and make a pitstop in the shallows off Diani Beach.
Scuba dive among the coral reefs in Diani

Search for dolphins on a boating safari in Diani

Leave your flip-flops at the lodge and jump aboard a boat to sail in search of dolphins. Just off the stunning coast of Diani Beach, a world of aquatic bliss awaits with dreamy views and, emerging from the depths, multiple species of dolphin. Keep your eyes on the water for Indo-Pacific bottlenose and humpback dolphins, which can be spotted off the coast throughout the year. You may even be lucky enough to see Spinner dolphins as they migrate through the bay between August and October.
Search for dolphins on a boating safari in Diani

Kite surf along the Diani coast

Diani Beach isn't just a place for laying out on the sand with a cocktail, there's a whole lot of adventure to be had. And there's no better way to get into the spirit of the coast than with a session of kite surfing. The gin-clear lagoon has warm, shallow water and a reliable breeze makes it a prime location for beginners to learn the ropes. And hopefully, catch some serious air! December to March is an especially good time with flatter conditions. Winds blow in from the south between April and September, bringing the high waves that work well for the pros. Kite surfing is rather popular and there are a number of quality outfitters to rent gear and receive a few lessons.
Kite surf along the Diani coast

Catch your dinner deep sea fishing from Diani

Fancy casting your line from a boat drifting off the southern coast of Kenya? Us too! The area has gained quite a reputation for its fantastic deep sea fishing and you can easily see why. Reel in some real big wigs like sailfish, dorado, kingfish and wahoo - and it could just be whipped up for dinner that evening. If it's yellowfin tuna you're after, August to October is the time to go and the marlin season happens between December and mid-March.
Catch your dinner deep sea fishing from Diani

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