Beach Destinations

East Africa does not claim to have ALL the best beaches in Africa, but it has some of them.

Palm-fringed coastline meets the calm, warm waters of the Indian Ocean, creating a tropical beauty. Beachfront luxury hotels offer a menu of luxe amenities with a focus on wellness, adventure, Swahili culture, sailing, water sports, and fishing for adults and families with children.

Finish off an intense safari experience with a few days relaxing on the white sandy beaches, or Travel to coastal towns like Lamu, the oldest and best preserved Swahili settlement in Africa, for perfect blend of local tradition, Swahili culture, Western comforts, and luxury.  

Diani Beach (Kenya)

Kenya’s Coastal Retreat

A relaxed Indian Ocean escape framed by palm-lined beaches and warm turquoise waters, offering the perfect contrast to a safari inland.

Key areas:

Diani Beach
Galu Beach
Watamu

Best for:

Safari
extensions
Relaxation
Watersports
and diving

Zanzibar (Tanzania)

Swahili Coast Elegance

A natural extension to a Tanzanian safari, Zanzibar blends white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and the cultural charm of Stone Town.

Key areas:

Stone Town
Nungwi
Paje

Best for:

Safari
extensions
Romantic
escapes
Boutique
beach stays

Seychelles (Indian Ocean)

Private Island Luxury

An elevated island escape defined by granite-framed beaches, crystal-clear waters, and exclusive resorts—ideal for a high-end safari extension.

Key areas:

Mahé
Praslin
La Digue

Best for:

Ultra-luxury
travel
Honeymoons
Private island
stays

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It takes a bit of courage to travel. Planning a safari adventure can be daunting and a bit scary. You want to have enough time to choose where to go, what you would like to experience and the best time of year to go.

There are a lot of options and of course, that’s where your Bucketlist Safaris travel consultant can help you weigh each one, without rushing into any decisions.