Kenya’s coastline is dotted with dazzling tropical beaches, each with its own character. From powdery sands to sacred forests and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, here’s a quick look at the best beach spots in Kenya Diani The surrounding lush vegetation sharply contrasts with the white, powdery beaches and the turquoise water, lending Diani a radiant appeal. There is a wide range of accommodation, with beach resorts, hotels, hostels and honeymoon tree houses. If you are not a water sports enthusiast, spend some time at the Colobus Conservation or hug a tree at the Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest. Malindi Malindi beach is adjacent to Watamu beach, but you get to it first from Mombasa. The locals call it ‘Little Italy’ due to the large population of Italian tourists. Anglers come too, during the deep-sea fishing season, while water sports enthusiasts are present year-round to snorkel, waterski and scuba dive. The club scene comes alive after dark. Lamu Lamu is the land of dhows. Dhow sailing is a cultural tradition in Lamu, so much so the locals hold an annual competition. Dhows are the cheapest mode of transport, used to ferry people from Lamu beach to Shela beach and Manda Island, all the way to Kiwayu Island right next to Kiunga Marine National Reserve. Watamu and Turtle Bay Watamu beach does not stretch for miles on end, but what it lacks it length, it makes up for with adventure. Its enormous coral reef makes it a perfect spot to snorkel and…
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