Malindi Kenya

Malindi is a city nestled on Malindi Bay about 120 km northeast of Mombasa on the Indian Ocean coast of Kenya. This vibrant historic Swahili town and also capital of Malindi District has a population of 207,735 residents. (2003 estimate).
Malindi, the second largest city on the Kenyan Coast was founded by the Arabs in the 13th Century and first welcomed Europeans in the 15th Century. On the 15th April 1498 Vasco da Gama reached Malindi and was received by the Sultan.
Malindi holiday tours are exceptionally rewarding tours particular those who want to rewind after busy schedules. The calmness and friendliness of the locals are just part of what makes Malindi Kenya such an esteemed vacations spot.
MALINDI MARINE NATIONAL PARK
The park is located 118 km north of Mombasa, near Malindi on Kenya’s north coast. The park headquarters are located 5km south of Malindi town at Casuarinas point.
Several expert tour guides are available to help you enjoy your tour to the marine parks. Choice is yours to make. Malindi Tour packages are common with snorkeling excursions. This is simply amazing. Visitors who might not be comfortable with snorkeling, you can always arrange to head out on a glass-bottomed boat to explore the spectacular coral gardens.
Malindi town has a very strong Italian influence, making it a hotspot for European travelers and locals seeking an “Out of Africa” experience.
Attractions
Malindi town has a rich history, with the famous Gedi ruins, a model of ancient Arab territorial quarters only a few minutes drive away. One of the few remaining breeding sites for the endangered green turtle, Watamu, is also in the vicinity. A pillar built by the famous Portuguese explorer, Vasco Da Gama adds to the many must see sites of Malindi. Malindi Museum is a building formerly of the Bohra community after a longer period of occupation by the Medical Department. Other attractions include;

• Coral reefs
• Lagoons
• White sandy beaches
• Turtle nesting sites
• The Juma Mosque

Malindi Accommodation
Driftwood beach Club, Woburn Residence Club and Hemingways Resort are the best accommodation options in Malindi. The ambiance of these resort hotels is of tranquil superiority, with the friendliness of a privately settings that match the standards of an International resort. They have unique accommodation set in landscaped tropical gardens offering sea views.
Malindi bandas are self-contained, with one bedroom each with 2 single beds, ensuite bathrooms, a well equipped communal kitchen, verandas, communal dinning area.
Activities

• Snorkeling / goggling
  
• Windsurfing
• Diving / Swimming
• Sun Bathing
  
• Boat Riding
• Nature Walks
• Deep sea fishing

Open: Daily 8:30-6:00pm, including public holidays.
Entry: Entry is by cash paid at park entrance in Kshs or US$.
What to Pack
Malindi has temperatures quite high, it is there paramount to pack along light garments, sandals, shorts to wear on the beach, sun glasses, and sun screen for your skin protection when the scorching heat of the sun gets to the extremes. The best time to visit Malindi for summer-holiday is August, and later in December and January.
Getting There
Malindi can be reached by driving on the Mombasa-Malindi road. There is also Malindi Airport located on the western border of the town, about 10 minutes drive from the center. The airport operates daily scheduled flights to Mombasa, Lamu Island and Nairobi. Available also are Private Charters. Visitors can also reach using the Broglio Space Port.