4 Nights / 5 Days – Malindi Beach Holiday
Trip Type
Travel Style
Overview
Malindi, nestled on Kenya’s northern coast, is a vibrant seaside town where Swahili culture meets Italian charm. Famed for its golden beaches, coral reefs, and warm waters, it’s ideal for snorkeling, diving, and deep-sea fishing. Visit the Malindi Marine National Park or explore the historic Vasco da Gama Pillar and Gede Ruins. The town’s fusion of cultures is reflected in its cuisine, architecture, and warm hospitality. Malindi serves as a relaxing coastal extension to your East African safari, offering sun-soaked beaches, water adventures, and cultural discoveries. Whether unwinding after a game drive or seeking marine life, Malindi adds depth to your journey.
Tour Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival – Malindi
Arrive at Malindi Airport (or via road/flight transfer from Mombasa). Meet & greet, then transfer to your beachfront resort. Check in and relax along the Indian Ocean shores, soaking in the tropical ambiance.
Day 2 :
Malindi Beach Stay
Spend three full days enjoying Malindi. Relax at your resort, bask on white-sand beaches, or explore optional activities like marine excursions, cultural tours, or nature experiences
Day 3 :
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Malindi Airport (or Moi International Airport, if connecting flights) for your onward departure.
Includes/Excludes
- Meet & greet upon arrival
- Return transfers: Malindi Airport ↔ beach resort
- 4 nights’ accommodation in Malindi (luxury beachfront resort or boutique stay)
- Meal plan of choice (half-board / full-board / all-inclusive)
- Use of resort amenities (pool, gym, private beach access)
- 24/7 local ground support
- Snorkeling or glass-bottom boat trip at Malindi Marine Park
- Deep-sea fishing expeditions (Malindi is world-famous for sportfishing)
- Dolphin watching boat rides
- Windsurfing, kite surfing & scuba diving
- Day trip to Watamu Marine National Park (25 min away)
- Visit the Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve (home to rare bird species & butterflies)
- Sabaki River Estuary bird watching
- Explore Malindi Old Town & Portuguese Chapel (built in 1502)
- Gede Ruins excursion (ancient Swahili-Arab coastal settlement, 30 mins away)
- Visit Vasco da Gama Pillar & Malindi Museum
- Swahili cooking class or cultural market tour
