Overview
Diani, voted Africa’s leading beach destination, enjoys miles of perfect beach with a flawless, long stretch of white-sand beach hugged by lush forest and kissed by surfable waves.
No better way to enjoy your holiday than a safari to the coastal side with an excursion to Wasini Island, an exciting opportunity to experience dhow and sail with dolphins as you head to Kisite Mpunguti Marine National Park.
While at it, visit Shimba National Reserve, one of the remaining and protected coastal rainforest in Africa, that stands unique among national reserves with its combination of wildlife, trees, and physical attractions including casuarinas forests, Marere Dam (a water hole where animals come to drink water) and Sheldrick Waterfalls.
| Tour Code: | EMS-038 |
| Duration: | 4 Days 3 Nights |
| Difficulty: | Beach Adventure |
| Tour Type: | Beach Adventure/ Small Group Adventure |
| Mode of Transport: | 4*4 Landcruiser Jeep/ 4*4 Safari Van |
| Ideal Travel Season: | All year round |
| Accommodation: | Optional Hotel/ Lodge |
Highlights & Activities
- Accommodation in an Eco friendly resort in Diani with beachfront view/ beach access
- Swimming & Snorkeling in Kisite Mpunguti Marine National Park
- Traditional Arab Dhow ride/sail with sightings of Dolphins
- Delicious Swahili/ Seafood Lunch
- Visit Wasini Island Village
- Shimoni Slave Caves
- Free Beach access, relaxation & games in Diani
- Complimentary Mombasa City Tour by Ease My Safari on the last day of the safari
- Optional visit to Wasisni’s community Conservation Project ‘Coral Garden”
Itinerary
Day 1: Mombasa – Diani
- Guests will arrive in Mombasa, this day in the morning at 0400hrs after a night SGR ride.
- Guests will be met and greeted by our chauffeur at 0500hrs after a 1hr wait at the station
- Guests will be transferred to a Diani Resort (2hrs drive) for an early check-in (subject to room availability)
- Guests will spend the whole day relaxing, enjoying the resort’s amenities, and swimming in the ocean/pool.
- Dinner & overnight stay at the resort
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Pinewood Beach Resort & Spa
Day 2: Full day excursion at Wasini Island & Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park
- After an early breakfast, our guide will pick you up at your hotel.
- After a meet, greet, and introductions, you will set off on a 1.5hr drive south to Simoni for a full day excursion at Wasini Island & Kisite Mpunguti Marine National Park.
- On arrival in Shimoni, guests will board a dhow (traditional wooden Arab sailing boat) and sail to Kisite Mpunguti Marine National Park.
- On your way, you get to search for one of the many resident dolphin pods and enjoy the company of the beautiful mammals in their natural habitat.
- Guests will also head to the coral reefs of the Marine Park with an option to go swimming/snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the ocean, Non-swimmers can be provided assistance), or else you can opt to relax on the boat or at the sandbank at low tide
- The journey will thereafter continue to Wasini Island for a delicious Swahili Lunch in one of Wasisni’s famous seas-side restaurants.
- After lunch guests will proceed for a guided visit to the Islands main village with an optional visit to Wasisni’s community Conservation Project ‘Coral Garden”.
- Guests can also opt to visit Shimoni Slave Caves before they head out back to the resort in Diani..
- Dinner & overnight stay at the resort
Meal plan: Breakfast, Seafood lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Pinewood Beach Resort & Spa
Day 3: Shimba Hills National Reserve- After an early breakfast, guests will set off on a 1hr drive to Shimba Hills National Reserve, a paradise for the Sable Antelope
- Proceed for a game drive in the reserve, before we head for a guided hike to the Sheldrick Waterfalls. Guest can take a swim dip at the bottom of the falls
- After the hike, guests will board the vehicle for a transfer back to the hotel
- In the afternoon guests can relax around the resort enjoying the in-house amenities and games like beach volleyball or swim/relax at the beach/pool.
- Dinner & overnight stay at the resort
Meal plan: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Pinewood Beach Resort & Spa
Day 4: Diani – Nairobi
- This will be the check-out day and guests should check out after breakfast.
- Guest can enjoy the resort amenities, relax, swim at the beach or pool
- Lunch will be served after which guests will begin their journey back to Mombasa.
- Ease My safari will offer guests complimentary Mombasa City Tour
- Depending on time, guests will then head to SGR terminus for a Night SGR train back to Nairobi
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Cost Inclusive of:
- Return transport in a clean safari vehicle with good music & reception
- Refill mineral water on board for use during/throughout the safari (Bring your own refillable & eco-friendly/ non-disposable water bottle)
- 3 nights accommodation at Pinewood Beach Resort & Spa
- Meals on a Full board basis and as indicated on the itinerary
- Services of a professional English speaking driver-guide/ chauffeur
- Professional guide & facilitation
- All guide & Facilitation fees as detailed on the itinerary
- Swimming & Snorkeling (on applicable facilities)
- Free wifi & access of camp/resort amenities
- SGR Return transfers to and fro Diani
Cost Exclusive of:
- Return SGR Tickets
- SGR Return transfers to and fro your residence
- Beverages & alcoholic drinks
- Laundry services
- Tips & gratuities
- Items & expenses of personal use
- Visas, Medical & travel/baggage insurance
- Any other item not mentioned/ included
Booking & Reservations
- A booking shall be confirmed upon receipt of a 50% deposit
- Cash payments are not allowed (Our Payment Methods Apply)
- The remaining balance due should be cleared 7 days before the travel date
