Malindi Beach Mombasa Kenya

Malindi a Swahili town that started in the 13th-century has reformed into such a unique coastal Kenya beach safari destination, a place of many mixed attractions with a number of modern day features, a fascinating ancient world trend with energetic water activities. The white sand extensions on the ocean side are a perfect scene for romantic lovers safari in Kenya whether your choice is to have calm and tranquil days staring at the waves billowing towards the shore or simply marvelat theartistic formation of this place and learn about the history of humanity here or any other activity schedule that is exciting or cultural adventures that get you connected with the natives.

The moment you set foot in Malindi You will get the feeling of a very ancient place judging from the old buildings and stories told of this town. Churches, Jumaa mosques, local shops, palaces as well as traditional village settlements are among some of the popularly visited sites in Malindi.

Where to Stay | Accommodation in Malindi

Spending nights in the tropical beach paradise of Malindi is a dream come true for many holidaymakers. With a variety of accommodations and diverse activities to enjoy, you choice of accommodation will depend on what to do

The luxurious accommodation include: the Lion in the Sun which is a sixteen guest room hotel with unsullied beaches of white sand. The mid-range hotels include: Ocean beach resort and Diamonds Dream of Africa while for budget friendly hotels you can go for the Sandies Tropical village that has 109 rooms for guests or the Driftwood Beach club.

Best time to visit / when to go to Malindi

Malindi is among those towns that experience both the dry and wet season. There are two wet seasons with the prolonged one starting in mid-March all the way into June which is followed up by a lengthy dry period that starts in July and continues through October. November as well as December welcomes shorter rains prior to the brief semi-arid season of January as well as February. The rainfall in May is quite heavy with the mean rainfall of over 12 inches. April is the second moistest month with a mean rainfall of around eight inches. It is important to note that due to the heavy rains the prices of the accommodation in Watamu reduce which attracts the beach tourists of this season to enjoy prolonged rest as a result of the reduced rates for the rooms.

Malindi is a coastline destination therefore it has higher humidity levels compared to what you could encounter on a Kenya Wildlife Safari further inland, however, the temperatures are made convenient with the sea breeze that drifts in and the use of air conditioners in the room. From the close of December all the way to the beginning of March Malindi experiences the highest temperatures with the mean temperatures being about 32°C (90°F) where as the coolest months with a mean temperature of 27°C (80°F)are in July as well as August. Throughout the whole year The temperatures in the evening hours are comfortable varying from 21°C to 24°C (70°F up to 75°F) although they vary basing on the month you are travelling in.

Things to see | Attractions in Malindi

The Gedi Ruins

The ghostly Gedi ruins that are close to Watamu will raise your interests up a notch while you are trying to figure out the stories narrated inside these ruins about the household structures and other edifices.

Malindi Marine Park For aquatic enthusiasts of the African Mecca, the Malindi Marine Park is providing a vast coral reef web that you can find as you go for snorkeling, diving as well as sailing through the bottom of the waters in a glass base-like boat.

The Marafa depression (Hell’s kitchen)

The Marafa depression is situated in the northwestern part of the town, a place where rugged sandstone gorges divided the earth which then advanced to form the present day ‘Hell’s kitchen”. Just opposite

The Arabuko Sokoke forest Reserve

Located close to Hell’s Kitchen it is the Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve, an area that is well endowed with a number of native birds, mammals, plants, amphibians, reptiles and insects that you can go and see.

Things to do | Activities in Malindi

Deep Sea Fishing

Malindi is the perfect destination to be for your fishing expeditions on the Indian Ocean if you take fishing seriously or you are fascinated with trying your luck in the deep seas. The reason why Malindi is so unique as compared to different fishing destinations is that it has an unmatched mixture of ocean currents and marine terrains.

Snorkeling in Malindi Marine Park

Quietly stare into the Indian Ocean waters offers such an amazing marine adventure for aquatic fanatics. In addition to that, snorkeling offers a great way to have fun at Malindi Marine Park by taking a break on top of the water as you observe vibrant and wild sea species underneath.

Scuba Diving

While at the Malindi Marine Park -Although snorkeling offers you exciting views of the corals from above, scuba-diving gives you a far more personal and intimate adventure on the corals of Malindi Marine Park.

Museum in Malindi

The Malindi museum is a double decked building located close to the Malindi pier and here you shall see a number of displays that show the town’s colonial history, there is an information center as well as a library.

Explore the Malindi Marine Park

Malindi Marine Park was the first one to be a conserved marine site in Kenya after having been founded in 1968. UNESCO Man & Biosphere reserve program recognized this place as a Biosphere in 1979 reserve eleven years later.

Take a Malindi city Tour

Being a peaceful town on the seaside that is profound for its vibrant history, Malindi started in 1498 at the time when Vasco da Gama originally visited this place. You will see the history of Malindi open in-front of you from the centuries-ancient houses to the meandering streets.