Kilifi County

A resort county on Kenya's north coast, with the white-sand beaches of Watamu and Malindi, marine parks and Swahili heritage as the main highlights.

Kilifi County lies on Kenya's Indian Ocean coast, between Mombasa and Lamu. Watamu has white-sand beaches and Watamu Marine National Park, good for snorkeling and diving, and is also well known for sea turtle conservation; nearby, the Gedi Ruins preserve the remains of a medieval Swahili town, and Arabuko-Sokoke Forest is one of the largest coastal forests on the East African coast. Malindi is a historic port, with the Vasco da Gama Pillar. Kilifi Creek also has resort facilities. The drier months are best for beach holidays, and you can drive from Mombasa or fly to Malindi Airport.

Destinations

• Watamu & Malindi
• Mombasa

Itineraries

• Swahili Coast: South to North – Travel from south to north visiting Diani, Mombasa, Watamu, and Lamu to experience pristine beaches and historic towns.
• Amboseli, Tsavo & Diani Beach – A southern safari route combined with a Madaraka Express train ride to the coast, connecting savannah and beach without…