Sky Carvers

June 11th, 2008

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Safari Mombasa Beach Holiday

This sultry area offers interesting things to see, beaches to relax on and beautiful nature reserves to visit. Mombassa lies on the coast and is a bustling city with a history stretching back to the 12th century. There is a vibrant mixture of cultures, architecture and entertainment. At the Shimba Hills National Reserve, you will encounter a lovely forest setting with elephant, leopard and the rare, sable antelope. Towards the south, there are a number of beaches and resort hotels.

The beaches are white and sandy with coral reefs to delight scuba and skin divers. On the pleasant Shimoni and Wasini islands there is authentic Swahili culture and a protected marine reserve. North of Mombasa there are several beaches like Nyali, Bamburi, Shanzu, Kikambala and Vipingo that are well-worth a visit. It is here that you will find the exotic town of Kilifi, home to artists and adventurers from all over the world.

The morning begins by transferring you to the dhow "Nawalikher" while in mombasa and would like to do some ocean tour, meaning Gateway to Heaven. Sail gently down the Mombassa creek while you sip cocktails and your tour leader points out places of interest and recalls anecdotes of the East Africa coast's colorful past. An excellent four course dinner with a choice of seafood or a meat course is the highlight of the evening.

The second day you can also some city tour around the town. The day begins with a tour of Mombassa, including a visit to the famous Fort Jesus and the Akamba wood carvers. After lunch at a local restaurant, travel to Haller Park (formerly known as the Bamburi Nature Trail). The area was reclaimed from a coal quarry and turned into a nature trail. Hippos, buffalo, antelope and bird-life may be seen together with fish that is to be found on the Fish Farm within the park.

These are some of the best hotels that we have along the coastal region of Kenya. When in Kenya I would recommend you use some of these hotels you will love it.

WHITE SANDS BEACH HOTEL:

Along Bamburi Beach – 13 km north of Mombasa Town, Whitesands Hotel is one of the largest resorts on the East African coast, located north of Mombasa on one of the finest beaches in the area, Bamburi Beach. The resort features 340 rooms and suites all with

balconies, nestling in 22 acres amongst palms and fragrant frangipani trees. The palatial public areas and Arabic style architecture enhance the exotic locale, adding to the feeling of truly being transposed to a paradise on earth.

All rooms are en-suite with balconies facing either the pool or the sea. Mosquito net over each bed, air conditioning, direct dial telephone and also 3 rooms for the disabled.

Other facilities include restaurants, bars, swimming pools, conference facilities, tennis courts, fitness centre, water sports, video shows.

VOYAGER BEACH RESORT:

Along Nyali Beach – 7 km north of Mombasa Town Voyager Beach Resort offers an exciting coastal holiday. From the moment you step aboard, you are made to feel like a passenger on a fabulous round-the-world cruise. For visiting families, the highlight of the

‘voyage' is in the unique and fascinating entertainment provided by the ship's pioneering Adventurer's Club.

Accommodation is in 232 en-suite cabins, each with a secluded balcony, and is equipped with its own telephone, air-conditioning unit, and electronic safe. Other facilities include restaurants, bars, sports pool and beach front relax pool, fun pool, with Jacuzzi, waterfall and children's pool, a shopping arcade, hair salon, health center, games area with table tennis, pool and dartboards, water sports center.

All inclusive of full board accommodation, non-alcoholic and alcoholic (local brand) beverages, windsurfing, sailing, volleyball, lawn tennis, table tennis, aqua cycles, Glass Bottom boat, peddles and canoe, variety of board games.

MOMBASA SERENA BEACH HOTEL

Along Shanzu Beach – 25 km north of Mombasa Town Laid out as a Lamu style village, shaded by towering palm trees and draped in bougainvillea, the hotel is one of the "Leading Hotels of the World". It resembles a Swahili village with winding streets threading their way through tropical gardens and palm-shaded lawns.

Accommodation is in 166 en-suite rooms divided into village and garden rooms. All rooms are air conditioned with a mini bar, television, telephone and private terrace or balcony. Other facilities include restaurants, bars, swimming pool, water sport center, squash courts, tennis, fitness center and a boutique.

LEOPARD BEACH HOTEL

Along Diani Beach

Situated on south coast of Mombasa on Diani Beach, a newly renovated and polished splendor has all the vicarious thrill, drama and glamour of the sinking of the Titanic in reverse. Guests are met in the reception by Swahili-robed porters who usher them into a foyer resplendent with wave-worn Dhow-wood daybeds, bright-cushioned alcoves and polished brass lamps. One can stroll through the lush flowering gardens to your room. Walk barefoot on the powdery sand beside a turquoise sea that beckons you…relax in a gentle sea breeze that soothes… you. Gaze at the star studded skies that renew your spirit.

Accommodation is in 151 rooms, all with air-conditioning, a private bath and shower, satellite TV, international dial phone, a mini-bar and private balcony. Other facilities include restaurants, bars, water sport center, business center, exclusive ladies sunbathing area called Eve's garden, tennis courts, disco, a cyber café.

SOUTHERN PALMS BEACH RESORT:

Along Diani Beach

Southern Palms Beach resort is located on the attractive sandy shores of the Indian Ocean at Diani Beach. This beach resort has a unique blend of traditional Swahili and arabic architecture with its rooms overlooking the two large free form swimming pools. Set in some five hectares of tropical garden, the resort gives a feeling of space and peace. Water aerobics, volleyball on the beach and petanque are some of the many activities available while the more adventurous can prepare for a dive or windsurf in the turquoise waters or sport fish on the high sea. With 300 double rooms and two deluxe suites, it's a unique blend of Swahili and Arabian architecture. Rooms have Swahili style décor and balconies face the sea with air conditioning & mosquito nets. The hotels two swimming pools are among the largest in East Africa.

SUN N SAND BEACH RESORT:

Located in Kikambala on Kenya's coast is Club Sun 'n Sand Resort. Set in gardens of green grass and palm trees, the hotel will sweep you away with deep blue oceans, white sandy beaches and scented tropical gardens. Relax on a sunken sun bed in the lagoon pool or soak up the tropical sun. Three swimming pools invite you in after a day of the many activities offered; golf, tennis, archery, scuba diving, sport fishing. Children are entertained leaving your days free.

Sun 'n Sand Beach Resort has 300 rooms consisting of 260 standard rooms and 35 deluxe rooms, 4 Executive rooms and a Royal suite. All rooms have a sea view from private balconies. Enjoy fine cuisine from a choice of five restaurants offering a variation of foods. Treat yourself to a massage before sundowners, and then join your loved one for a romantic dinner. Drift away in the early hours to your room built in Swahili style, furnished with modern amenities to make your stay comfortable.

PAPILLON LAGOON REEF HOTEL

The Papillion Lagoon Reef is enclosed in lush colorful gardens and is located on the stunning white sands of Diani Beach, just one and a half hours from Mombasa. Accommodation is in attractive traditional Swahili-design buildings. The hotel is great value, offering excellent facilities for families and couples looking for a romantic and relaxing getaway. This charming resort is an excellent base from which to explore this beautiful part of the Kenyan coastline.

- All rooms have en suite shower / bath, WC, telephone, safety deposit box, mosquito nets and ceiling fan

- Activities at Papillion Lagoon Reef Water sports facilities including snorkeling, fishing and windsurfing, Tennis court, Volleyball, Scuba diving (at extra charge), Hair dressing salon, Evening entertainment

TRAVELLERS BEACH CLUB AND HOTEL

Travellers Beach Hotel is located on the Indian Ocean's white sandy beaches, just 12 km north of Mombasa town. Travellers Beach Club and Hotel prides itself of being the finest all-inclusive club closest to Mombasa Town. Arriving guests are welcomed by the long free form and terraced swimming pool, that starts at the entrance and continue out towards the lounge, next to the beachfront. The family owned hotel strives to make their accommodation the "Taj Mahal" of Africa. Travellers Beach Club and Hotel is rated as a 4 star accommodation.

Bellow is a short safari from Nairobi

Day 1: Nairobi - Mombasa

Flight from Nairobi to the coastal town of Mombasa on the Indian Ocean Coast. Met and assisted. Transfer to your beach hotel half board accommodation, Sarova White sands Beach Hotel & Spa.

Day 2 and 3:Tsavo West

Proceed to Tsavo West National park. View game enroute arrive in time for lunch at Shaitani Lava Flow. Visit the Mzima Springs to view hippos, crocodiles and variety of fish. Dinner and overnight at a lodge.Full day with morning and afternoon game drive. Meals and overnight at a lodge.

Day 4: Mombasa - Nairobi

Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Nairobi /to your flight back home through Jomo kenyatta airport l in mombasa.

What to do whilst on your beach holidays:

1. Venture off to visit nearby islands

2. Fishing trips

3. Excursions to local villages

4. Take a safari and experience Kenya's amazing wildlife viewing first hand

5. Pool and Beach

6.visit Fort Jesus museum

Costs Per day Per Person: USD 280

info@claudioustours.com is our contact

or visit this link for more information

http://www.claudioustours.com/kenya/mombasacitytours.htm

About the Author

Am the Director of Claudioustours and safaris is a tour company based in Nairobi - Kenya offering Niche safaris, wildlife tours, Mountain Climbing, Beach holidays, Gorilla Tracking, River Nile Water Rafting, Maasai Mara Migration Safaris, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Northern Tanzania Safaris,Lake Victoria tours, Kogelo tours and Safaris, Slum tours in Kenya, Disability tours in Kenya, Car Hire in Kenya, Fishing and boating inside Lake Victoria and cultural and community based tours and safaris in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania including pemba and Zanzibar.

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