4 Exotic Resort Honeymoon Destinations Along the Kenyan Coast

After all the hectic activities involved in planning a wedding, a couple needs to get away and rest before the work of building a new home begins. Make the decision of the location to visit and how much to spend as a couple.

By far, the most popular honeymoon destinations in Kenya are located along the south and north coasts.

Baobab Beach Resort, located on Diani Beach, South Coast Mombasa is in easy reach for many couples living and working across Kenya. Various airlines offer flights from Wilson Airport to the Ukunda Air Strip. Baobab is only 5-10 minutes taxi drive from there. The couple who chooses this location has a choice of a superior, a deluxe or a suite room. Whatever their choice, they will be delighted by the magnificent ocean view.

Fun activities here are plenty. Plan to spend at least a week’s vacation here and enjoy all that nature has to offer. From fishing trips on traditional dhows to long walks that will lead you deep into Digo Kaya Villages. Do not forget to pack your camera and charger as you will be taking plenty of pictures!

Kilili Baharini Resort & Spa is 3 kilometers from the heart of Malindi Town. Couples can get here by air. From the Malindi Airport take a taxi drive to begin an intimate, romantic week together. Hopefully, you will have planned your trip so as to arrive at Kilili in time for lunch. You will enjoy the Swahili traditional nutritious dishes, made from century old recipes. Expect to be pampered by the patrons who pay close attention to each of their visitors.

Plan your itinerary carefully and visit historical monuments around Malindi. From the Vasco da Gama Pillar to the Portuguese Chapel. Visit the Gedi Ruins and get a glimpse of early coastal lives, dating back to the 16th century.

Kobe Suite Resort & Spa located in the sleepy village of Watamu is just 20 minutes drive from Malindi Airport. This intimate honeymoon location sits in a mature mangrove garden. It offers ocean facing rooms as well as garden facing rooms. During the day, relax by the many swimming pools at this expansive resort. Take walks along the beach and swim out to the tongue of sand that reveals itself each day at low-tide. Rejuvenate your body and spirit with a full natural oils body massage administered by trained professionals. In the evening, nourish yourselves with healthy, freshly cooked food offered in the chic restaurant which offers each couple a clear view of the beach as the sun sets over a calm ocean. Are you a lucky couple? Visit one of the Casinos in the town and make sure to taste freshly baked Italian pizza.

Mnarani in Kilifi is located on one of the best spots on the Kenyan north coast. Couples will enjoy their time here in an ocean facing, creek or garden room. Each is tastefully decorated in Arabic styled interiors incorporating hardwood furniture. You will be stunned by the view from the open plan dining room which looks down into a swimming pool, the Kilifi Creek below and the broader Indian Ocean. Expect to tantalize your taste buds with the wide selection of local and international dishes here. In the evenings, join the African Dancers during themed specialty nights.

Choosing one of these locations will give you time to enjoy a magnificent location and each others company. Maybe this is the first time you will have travelled together.

Pack all the essential travel items you need, make travel plans at least two weeks before your wedding day, plan an interesting itinerary and just have fun!