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Beaches I Creeks I Coves in Kwale

Tiwi Beach: Secluded Untouched Vibes

South of Mombasa Island, the continuous strip of coastline between Likoni and Msambweni, backed by palms and broken once or twice by small rivers, runs for 91 km. Tiwi Beach, 17 km south of the Likoni Ferry, is the nearest developed resort area in Kwale County. The 15 km long Tiwi-Mwachema River-Diani-Galu Beach evenly divides itself into three primary hubs: Tiwi-Mwachema River Beach, Diani Beach and Galu Beach. Playing second fiddle to Diani Beach, and situated about 7 km before arriving at Ukunda, Tiwi Beach, although pleasantly delightful, is not as glamorous in its listing of hotels, but judging by growth of investment it is growing in popularity. Gradually and steadily, investors are taking interest in the Tiwi area.

Presently, the resorts are not as sufficient or widespread as those at Diani Beach. It is reached by taking a left turnoff shortly after passing Waa and the turnoff to Shimba Hills National Reserve (right) along a motorable all-weather road taking one to the oceanfront where most of its resorts spread out. Here, like at Diani, the invaluable reef runs parallel to the coastline from 300 ms to 1,000 ms. Among the noteworthy beach resorts at Tiwi include: Amani Tiwi Beach Resort, Twiga Lodge, Coconut Beach Boutique Lodge, and the Hillpark Resort. It also has a wide range of chic villas and cottages to include: Moune Villas, Swahili House and Tiwi Villas.

Some highlights at Tiwi Beach include: the old Kongo Mosque nearby Amani Tiwi Beach Resort, Mwachema River and a fascinating natural-pool shaped like Africa. Where the Kongo River meets the Indian Ocean is also perfect for kayaking and birdwatching. Tiwi and Diani Beaches are separated seaward by the small under-developed Diani-Chale Marine National Reserve. Tiwi Beach remains relatively undeveloped compared to other coastal destinations, affording it a secluded and untouched vibe. Shimba Hills National Reserve is located 40 km west. Tiwi Beach is accessible via the Likoni Ferry from Mombasa, followed by a short 5 km drive.

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Kenya is renowned for its stunning coastline along the Indian Ocean, offering a variety of beautiful beaches that cater to different preferences – from bustling resorts to quiet, secluded coves and picture-postcard creeks. Diani Beach, known for its powdery white sands and turquoise waters, is, perhaps, the most popular. Yet, each offers a rather unique experience.

Index of Beaches, Creeks and Coves in Kenya



Busia County - Port Florence, Marenga Beach, Homa Bay County - Takawiri Island Beach, Kilifi County - Mtwapa Creek, Kikambala Beach, Takaungu Creek, Vuma Cliffs, Kilifi Creek, Bofa Beach, Mida Creek, Watamu Beach, Turtle Bay, Garoda Beach, Malindi Beach, Mambrui Beach, Kisumu County - Luang'ni Beach, Kwale County - Tiwi Beach, Diani Beach, Gazi Beach, Msambweni Beach, Munje Beach, Lamu County - Kizuke Bay, Lamu Beach, Shela Beach, Kizingoni Beach, The Manda Toto, Kiwayu Beach, Ras Kitau, Migori County - Muhuru Bay, Lake Victoria Sanctuary, Mombasa County - Tudor Creek, Shelly Beach, Nyali Beach, Bamburi Beach, Jomo Kenyatta Public Beach, Shanzu Beach

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Located along the Kenyan coast, and a hub renowned for its pristine beaches, rich cultural heritage, and breathtaking landscapes, Kwale County uniquely combines two of Kenya’s unsurpassed offerings – beach and safari. Kwale County is also a melting pot of coastal and global traditions, modern development, international border and trade.

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85 Destinations in Kwale County, arranged as one would visit these - north, south, east then south - with aid of in-depth narratives, images, maps and distance chart:

Shelly Beach, Time Out Art Camp, Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary, Kutazama Lodge, Mandhari Lodge, Kimerimeta Safari Lodge, Baraza Park, Kwale Town, Shimba Hills National Reserve, Shimba Hills Lodge, Elephant Lookout, Sheldrick Falls, Shimba Hills Organic Farm, Nyalani Dam, WWF Nursery, Tiwi Beach, Diani-Chale Marine National Reserve, Kongo Mosque, Twiga Mosque, Diani Mosque, Diani Beach Art Gallery, Diani Bikes, Center Point Mall, Diani Beach, Almasi Art Agency, Diamond Leisure Beach & Golf Resort, Ali Barbour’s Cave Restaurant, Kenya Kite Masters, Kite Festival, Funguo Wreck, Swahili Beach Resort, Raydon Water Sports, Colobus Conservation Trust, Sails Beach Bar & Restaurant, H2O Extreme, Nomad Beach Bar & Restaurant, Baobab Beach Resort, Lantana Galu Beach, Galu Ruins, Bora Bora Wildlife Park, Skydive Diani, Kalista Bar & Restaurant, Kaya Kinondo (Forest), Kinondo Kwetu (Resort), Chale Island, Tulia Eco Garden, Gazi Beach, Gazi Mangrove Boardwalk, Gazi Ruins, Msambweni Beach, Munje Beach, Munje Beach Villas, Munje Ruins, Munje Octopus Closure, Funzi Island, Shirazi Ruins, Fikirini Caves, Hormuz, Pongwe, Shimoni Caves, Betty's Camp, Shimoni Ruins, KWS Shimoni Cottages, Wasini Island, Wasini Ruins, Wasini Boardwalk, Charlie Claw’s, Chambocha Cemetery, Wasini Dolphin Tours, Pilli Pipa Dhow, Blue Monkey Cottages, GVI Mkwiro, Mwaozi Tumbe's Gravestone, Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park, Sii Island, Mrima Hill, Maji Moto Springs, Vumba Kuu, Vanga, Vanga Ruins, Nyika Plateau

Know More About Kwale County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including strip maps, Airports, Climate & National Monuments

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Kwale is widely known for its 35 km long coast, where Diani Beach sits. Inland, the coastal uplands, commonly referred to as Shimba Hills, is a sharp elevation in altitude. The land then steeply falls again into the Nyika Plateau and Tsavo.