Luxury Kenyan Vacation
I have an obsession with Kenya. Ever since I was a kid, I have dreamt of visiting this beautiful African country and experiencing a trip of a lifetime. I have friends who grew up in Kenya because their parents worked there and I listened to every story with passion in my heart. Here’s my itinerary for a luxury Kenyan vacation.
Before you start your Kenyan vacation, there are a few things you should know.
Best time to go: July to October (Great Migration), or January to March (dry season and fewer crowds)
Visa: Kenya eVisa available online
Health: Yellow fever vaccine, malaria prophylaxis recommended
Passport: Make sure to have 2 blank pages
Day 1 to 3: Diani Beach
Fly into Ukunda airstrip (from Nairobi or your safari)
Where you should stay…
Alfajiri Villas – probably Kenya’s most exclusive beach villas. Private chef, butler, plunge pool, and uninterrupted beach views. You can also go snorkeling, visit the Marine Education Center, get a massage, or go to their gym.
The Maji Boutique Hotel – adults-only, beachfront, with a serene, modern Swahili vibe. They also offer a wide range of fitness classes, snorkeling, swimming with whale sharks, kite surfing and more. They can also arrange for you the spend the day Shimba Hills National Reserve. A mix of surfing and safari?! Yes, please.
If you love adventures …
Sunset dhow cruise with Swahili seafood dinner
Spa treatments with ocean views
Scuba diving or snorkeling in Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park
Kitesurfing, paddleboarding, or a camel ride along the beach
Explore nearby Colobus Trust or do a coastal nature walk
Days 4-6: Lamu Archipelago
Fly from Diani to Lamu via Mombasa (short hop)
Where you should stay…
The Majlis Resort (Manda Island) – barefoot luxury with fine dining and yacht vibes
Forodhani House (Shela Beach) – a full-staffed Swahili mansion on the ocean
Or for something really luxe & intimate: Kizingo Eco Lodge or Peponi Hotel
More to dos…
Day 7: Return to Nairobi or Extend
Fly back to Nairobi for an international flight or extend your stay inland (safari anyone?)
What’s your dream destination? What countries are on your bucket list?
