With its gorgeous palm trees, powder white sand, and glistening azure waters, Diani Beach is a popular resort area on Kenya’s magnificent Indian Ocean shoreline, about 30 kilometres south of Mombasa. Warm seas and exquisite coral reefs are the ideal environments for water-based activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, and boat safaris. Divers are likely to see turtles, mantas, barracuda and, if lucky, possibly even the elusive whale shark, the planet’s largest animal. Don’t miss the Colobus Conservation, a wonderful sanctuary for these fascinating endangered primates; the Shimba Hills National Reserve which offers an exceptional safari experience; and the nearby Kisite Marine National Park, known for its dolphin and turtle sightings. An array of excellent shops and alluring sea-facing restaurants completes the package of this destination.
Bordered on three sides by Tsavo East National Park, the 40.4-hectare Ngutuni Sanctuary offers prime wildlife viewing opportunities with the distinctive backdrop of the Sagala Hills. Just a 2.5-hour drive from Mombasa, the sanctuary is teeming with life. Herds of elephant, lion, buffalo, and zebra roam the grassy plains, while a waterhole attracts an impressive array of animals including waterbuck, warthog, and over 500 bird species. Visitors can observe these creatures from their rooms or a dedicated viewing deck, making the sanctuary an ideal base for exploring the rich wildlife of southern Kenya. Notably, night game drives are permitted within the sanctuary, allowing for close encounters with nocturnal animals like big cats.
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