Any time of year is the perfect time to plan your warm weather safari, and beach getaway. Besides offering incredible safaris, both Kenya and Tanzania are home to some of the best beaches in East Africa, if not the world.
Imagine going on safari to world-famous wildlife parks like the Masai Mara, Serengeti, or the great Ngorongoro Crater with all their big cats, elephants, wildebeests, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, and buffalo… and then finishing your holiday at an unspoiled, untouristed golden beach.
Arriving at the sands of your dreamy coastal haven you’ll wash the “safari dust” off at the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean with memories and photos of your safari adventure.
Two striking beach areas you’ll want to consider are Kenya’s Diani Beach, a pristine strand of perfection not far from Mombasa.
But then there’s also the south coast beaches of Tanzania’s magnificent island of Zanzibar. Let’s check them both out and compare Diani Beach vs Zanzibar.
Diani – Voted the Best
You’re certain to find your own slice of paradise on these uncrowded sands, nestled next to gentle, shallow waters. Voted three times Africa’s finest beach, Diani is bordered by lush vegetation and accented with swaying palms.
The clear waters will invite exploration of the shoreline’s coral reefs where you’ll discover starfish, sea cucumber, lionfish, crabs, and gently gliding sea turtles.
If you’re serious about underwater exploration, or just want to hang with the sea life, try SCUBA diving. Want to add still more action to your beach experience? Diani offers kite surfing, jet skiing… even skydiving.
An International Scene
As easy as you’ll find the daytime vibe here, the shops, restaurants, and clubs of Diani offer a sophisticated, international flavor. You’ll find beach bars, discos, and even casinos along the strand.
In Kenya, clubs can stay open all night, so at Diani Beach, you can party till the sun comes up.
Zanzibar – A True Exotic
It’s actually an island chain off the coast of Tanzania but the main island, Zanzibar, also known as Unguja, is a place of history, with memories of the spice trade, and fabulous beaches – some of the world’s finest. Laze away your day here or explore the coral gardens with their treasures of bright, iridescent marine life.
Make time for Bwejuu Beach on the southeast coast, one of the finest and known for its privacy and quiet. From here you can explore the local village or sail out to sea on an authentic dhow.
Part of coastal Zanzibar’s charm is the collection of modest fishing villages dotting the coast sprinkled between its lovely beaches. The small coves of Kizimkazi Beach are untouched and here you can set sail on an impromptu dolphin safari, swimming with them if you choose.
For a picture-perfect seaside experience, check out Paje Beach on the southeast coast. Lots of powdery white sand, tall swaying palms, and dazzling sunsets will only heighten your experience of this iconic beach.
This is just a sampling of the many coastal treasures exotic Zanzibar has to offer. So whether your safari takes you to Kenya and Diani Beach or Tanzania and the beaches of Zanzibar, we can create the perfect getaway. Just contact Africa Kenya Safaris and we’ll make it happen in no time at all.
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Our Africa Safaris in Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar
Check out our many East Africa safari tours:
NAIROBI EXCURSIONS
Africa Kenya Safaris offers you full and half-day excursions & trips from Nairobi
KENYA SAFARI FROM NAIROBI
Explore our multi-day Kenya safari adventures ranging from 2 – 12 days from Nairobi.
NAIROBI TO DIANI BEACH SAFARIS
Enjoy a Kenya wildlife safari then finish up your holiday at Kenya’s Diani Beach.
DIANI BEACH KENYA SAFARIS
Explore our Kenya safaris from beach resorts of Diani – voted Africa’s leading beach destination
AMBOSELI KENYA SAFARIS
Explore Amboseli – famous for large herds of elephants and scenic views of Mount Kilimanjaro
KENYA FLIGHT SAFARIS
Book Kenya flight Safaris and explore Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu & Lewa Conservancy.
MASAI MARA KENYA SAFARIS
Masai Mara is home of the Great Wildebeest Migration, Big Five of Africa, Big cats, Masai culture etc.
KENYA BEACH TO NAIROBI SAFARIS
Book Exciting African safaris starting from/to the beautiful Diani beach resorts
KENYA-TANZANIA SAFARIS
Experience wildlife parks, beaches and mountains of Kenya & Tanzania.
KENYA SAFARI & DIANI BEACH
Experience the best of both worlds – a thrilling Kenya safari and a dream Diani beach vacation
KENYA SHORT GROUP SAFARIS
Join our exciting Kenya short Group safari Tours from Nairobi in 4×4 safari jeeps
TANZANIA SAFARI HOLIDAYS
Exciting 4×4 Tanzania safaris from Arusha town. Explore Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Manyara & Tarangire.
ZANZIBAR BEACH HOLIDAYS
Pre/post your African safari holiday in Kenya & Tanzania, ‘escape’ to Africa’s leading beach destination – Zanzibar!
MOUNTAIN CLIMBING TOURS
Best Africa mountain climbing adventure tour packages and safaris. Climb Mount Kenya and Mount Kilimanjaro
EAST AFRICA BEACH HOLIDAYS
Best family-friendly beach holidays on the sandy beaches of Mombasa, Diani, Malindi, Watamu, Lamu & Zanzibar
HOLIDAY EXPERIENCES
You came to Africa to live an experience – to see the Big 5, Big cats, wildebeest migration & so much more!
Customize your dream African safari
At Africa Kenya Safaris we are always flexible with your options, we will offer our thoughts on seasons, budgets, lifestyle, accommodations, first-hand experience of the parks, and all the possible activities to fill out your safari story. We’ll work with your impressions and dreams and add our ideas on which to build your adventure.
