We recommend our associated self-catering accommodation options:

Forest Cottage - the same beachfront property as Kenyaways but airbnb style set up managed by Linzi’s mother Joey. It has 3 partial sea-view ensuite rustic bedrooms with a large kitchen, an indoor living room, outside dining and living area. It also has an amazing terrace overlooking the beachfront. There is wifi access and housekeeper and optional cook. Approx 100 - 150 usd per night for the whole house. See airbnb Forest Cottage for bookings.

Ras Kikadini Beach House - (pictured during sunrise) A beautiful secluded beachfront property on Tiwi Beach area. Accommodation is 4 bedrooms., panoramic ocean views, 12 acre private property. Approx 250 - 350 Usd per night for the whole house. www.raskikadinibeachhouse.com for bookings.

There are lots of amazing places to eat nearby, although The Salty Squid at Kenyaways is a tough one to beat with its amazing beachfront location.

Funky Monkeys - the same owners of The Salty Squid have set up a cocktail bar and diner in the Diani Beach centre near shops and nightclubs and is a “funky” place to see the night in.

Nomads - Beach side high end restaurant, this is only 3km away and is 5 minutes taxi ride. It has a big menu and excellent pizza and coffees. Bit on the pricey side but pizzas and servings are large. Great choice of house made ice cream! They also have accommodation.

Kokkos - Across the road from Chandarana Baharini Plaza, is a small cafe serving amazing coffees and cakes. Also serves lunch and dinner. Super fast wifi. Great spot for working from.

Swahili Beach Indian - If you like Indian Cuisine, you must try this place. The ambience and location are stunning and the food is surreal! Delicious and lots of choice.

Anielos - You can take the Italian out of Sicily but you cannot take the Sicily out of the Italian! True, for this rustic, authentic Italian (Aniello) owned place which has the typical atmosphere of an average Italian joint. Serves great Italian food with great service and is very good value. An 11 minute taxi ride away. Also serves delicious ice cream.

Blooming - This is located at Diani Beach Shopping Centre and has a beautiful but expensive gift shop. Drinks and food are excellent. It is also located next to Shakirs boutique, a popular clothing and fabric store.

Sashin Ka - This is a Japanese and Sushi restaurant located opposite Baharini Shopping Plaza. It doesn’t have a view but its very popular and really fresh. Tables are limited so it is best to book in advance.

Now needed more than ever, Colobus Conservation was established in 1997 as a not-for-profit organisation to promote conservation of the colobus monkeys and address the threats to its survival. The organisation works in partnership with local communities to promote the conservation of the colobus, along with other endemic primate species, and the unique coastal forest habitat on which they depend. Today Colobus Conservation programmes focus on habitat conservation and community linkages as well as human/primate conflict management, welfare, education and research. The objectives and work of Colobus Conservation is recognised internationally by AZA Colobus Species Survival Plan (SSP), Pan African Sanctuary Alliance (PASA) accreditation and are supported by well known conservationists Johnathon and Angela Scott through their role as Patrons. (ranked #2 attraction on Trip Advisor)

A short drive away at Leisure Lodge Resort is the local golf club where you can play 18 holes amongst monkeys, baboons and other travellers! It’s very good value and nice course. For the serious golf enthusiasts they also do accommodation on the beachfront.

The mangrove ecosystem of the Ramisi river delta can be explored on a boat tour, starting in the old smugglers harbor of Bodo, south of Msambweni. You'll discover the biodiversity of this silent coastal world, with birds and crocodiles. A few kilometers to the north, in Gazi village, you can stroll along a "Mangrove Boardwalk", initiated by a local women's group (→ Gazi Women Mangrove Boardwalk). Gazi was once home to the most notorious slave traders far and wide, stopped only in 1895 by British punitive campaigns. The former dungeon can still be seen.

The bustling port city with its legendary "Old Town" is a piece of the exotic Orient in Africa, with the early Portuguese castle (→ National Museums of Kenya - Fort Jesus), Swahili architecture and the famous elephant tusks. Not far away are the spectacularly renatured limestone quarries of a cement factory (→ Haller Park Mombasa).

Around Diani it is best to get around by tuktuk - about 200 kes to most places.

We can easily arrange taxi transfer from Mombasa or Diani - contact the office or call directly +254 726126204 He can also arrange car hire.

Self drive Diani is located at the Diani Beach Shopping centre.

All supermakets are about 15 - 25 min drive in a tuktuk which are available to stop on the road everywhere. Typically costs around 200 kes. Use your bargaining skills.

Shree supermarket - supplies all the usual and also has an excellent fruit and veg section.

Chandarana Food Plus - has great bakery and juice options and generally very well stocked. It is very centrally located at the Baharini Plaza where lots of banks, bar, restaurants shops are located.

Muthaiga Mini Market - Usually quieter and less queues, located at Diani Beach Shopping centre a great location with lots of nice cate and shops.

Carre Four - well stocked with a huge range of imported items. Located on road to Ukunda.

You may have noticed that your beach walks are usually interrupted at some point by a beach tout who generally have nothing to sell, but somehow always get money out of you. They are mostly addicts who just after their next hit which is a big issue in the area. It is best not to try and ignore their approach or you could be followed all the way down the beach. Up to you. Some are innocent coconut sellers, but be warned when whoever it is say they will “come back with your change”.