Stretching along Kenya's Indian Ocean coast like a ribbon of brilliant white, Diani Beach is a gorgeous setting for a beach vacation. Against the backdrop of forests echoing with the cries of wildlife, visitors can relax in a truly idyllic destination. Diani Beach has been awarded the best beach destination in Africa for 5 years running, and it's easy to see why. 

Located 30km south of Mombasa, this south coast beach is surrounded by the warm Indian Ocean, with countless beach resorts to accommodate you during your stay. Diani Beach is everything that comes to mind when you think of a tropical paradise - rolling white sands perfect for sunbathing, crystal clear waters perfect for snorkelling, and an abundance of wildlife to discover. Perfect for everyone from families to couples, visitors choose to head to Diani for a few days at the end of a safari in Kenya, but it's great as a standalone getaway too. 

The sea remains shallow near shore, with some underwater sandbars near the surface which allow wading with a clear view of the sandy bottom.

The general area is known for its coral reefs, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and for the closely located Shimba Hills National Reserve a wildlife reserve that looks out over the Indian Ocean. Diani Beach has high-class restaurants, hotels, supermarkets, and several shopping centers.