5-Day Diani Beach Getaway by SGR
5 Days / 4 Nights | Diani Beach, South Coast
About This Package
Trade the city for the coast on this five-day, four-night escape to Diani Beach, travelling in comfort aboard Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway. Glide past changing landscapes on the way to Mombasa, then unwind on the powder-white sands of the South Coast — with two standout experiences built into your stay: a full day at Wasini Island and Kisite Marine Park, and a sunset dhow cruise with drinks and snacks along the coastline.
What to Expect
- Comfortable, scenic rail journey — a smooth 4.5-hour SGR ride with panoramic views and on-board refreshments
- Beachfront relaxation — stay at a resort with direct beach access, inviting pools, and comfortable rooms
- Wasini Island & Kisite Marine Park (Day 3) — spot dolphins, snorkel, ride glass-bottom boats to view marine life beneath the surface, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch
- Sunset dhow cruise (Day 4) — sail the coastline at golden hour with drinks and snacks included
- A genuine coastal escape — from sunrise swims to unhurried evenings, every day moves at your own pace
Optional extras nearby include jet skiing, paddleboarding, and spa treatments (at additional cost). Wasini Island / Kisite Marine Park and the sunset dhow cruise are included in this package.
Itinerary
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Day 1 — Nairobi to Diani
Your coastal escape begins with a morning transfer to the Nairobi SGR Terminus for a smooth, scenic 4.5-hour train ride to Mombasa. On arrival, your driver will be waiting to whisk you off to your beachfront hotel in Diani. Once checked in, ease into island time — settle by the pool, breathe in the ocean air, and let the resort’s amenities set the tone. Round off the day with dinner and a restful first night by the sea.
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Day 2 — Full Day of Beach Bliss
Wake up to the sound of the waves and a breakfast with a view. Today is yours to enjoy exactly as you please — laze by the pool, wade into the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, or take a slow walk along the soft white sand. Feeling active? Jet skiing, paddleboarding, and snorkeling are all on offer nearby (at an extra cost). Wind down with a relaxed dinner back at the resort as the sun sets over the coast.
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Day 3 — Wasini Island & Kisite Marine Park
After breakfast, set out on one of the package’s highlight days: a full excursion to Wasini Island and Kisite Marine Park. Watch for dolphins in the open water, snorkel among coral gardens, and ride a glass-bottom boat for a clear look at the marine life beneath the surface. A fresh seafood lunch rounds out the experience before you return to Diani. Enjoy a quieter late afternoon — perhaps browsing local art and crafts — then dinner and a peaceful evening back at your resort.
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Day 4 — Beach Time & Sunset Dhow Cruise
Ease into a slow morning with breakfast, then spend the day as you please — stretch out on the beach, book a spa treatment, or pick up a few souvenirs. As evening approaches, enjoy another signature moment of the trip: a sunset dhow cruise along the coastline, complete with drinks and snacks as the sky turns gold over the Indian Ocean. Cap the night with a memorable final dinner in Diani before your journey home.
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Day 5 — Diani to Nairobi
Savour a last breakfast with ocean views before checking out. You’ll be transferred to Mombasa Terminus for your afternoon SGR train back to Nairobi, arriving in the evening refreshed, recharged, and already planning your next coastal escape.
Departure & Return
- Location: Nairobi SGR Terminus
- Recommended arrival: 1 hour before departure time
What’s Included
- 4 nights’ accommodation
- Meals as specified per hotel’s meal plan
- Return SGR train tickets
- Return transfers at the coast
- Private transportation throughout the trip
- Wasini Island & Kisite Marine Park day trip (dolphin spotting, snorkeling, glass-bottom boat, seafood lunch)
- Sunset dhow cruise with drinks and snacks
Not Included
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, additional snacks, etc.)
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities for your driver/guide