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MALINDI & WATAMU BEACH VACATION

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Duration 3 Days / 2 Nights
Indicative Rate From USD 220 - USD 480
Overview

A closer look at the experience.

3 Days 2 Nights Malindi/Watamu Beach Holiday By SGR

Overview

This 3-day beach holiday is ideal for travelers who want to enjoy the pristine beaches of Malindi and Watamu . Travel comfortably via the SGR train from Nairobi to Mombasa Terminus (First Class or Economy), followed by a shared road transfer of approximately 3 hours to your selected hotel in Malindi or Watamu.

Stay 2 nights at a beach resort. Meal plans depend on the selected hotel. Enjoy leisure time on the beach or at the hotel pool, and take part in optional activities such as dhow boat rides, snorkeling, marine park visits, cultural tours, or village walks. Return to Nairobi via the SGR train from Mombasa Terminus after your holiday.

Updated 2026 Rates; 3 Days Malindi/Watamu Holiday from Nairobi

HOTEL MP DOUBLE OCCUPANCY SINGLE OCCUPANY
The One Watamu Bay FB 220 300
Turtle Bay HB 322 453
Medina Palms FB 596
Temple Point Watamu FB 480 696

FLIGHT OPTION AVAILABLE

- Child Policies/ Rate Applies

- Rates Are Subject To Change Due To Flight Availability & Fares Fluctuation

- Excursions/ City Tours/ Activities on Request

- Accommodation is subject to Availability In time of booking. We are not holding any rooms.

- Easter & Non-resident Rates Apply

NB; Itinerary can be customized to suit your preferences, budget or interests

T/C’s Apply

Day by Day

The journey, step by step.

Day 1

Nairobi → Mombasa SGR → Malindi/Watamu

Board the SGR train from Nairobi (First Class or Economy—please specify). Report at least 30–60 minutes before departure. Upon arrival at Mombasa Terminus, take a shared road transfer (approx. 3 hours) to your hotel in Malindi or Watamu. Check in at the hotel and spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach or at the hotel pool. In the evening, enjoy sunset views along the coast and overnight stay at your hotel.



Watamu
Day 2

Full Day at the Beach


After breakfast at the hotel (as per hotel meal plan), spend the day relaxing on the beach, swimming, or exploring the town. Optional activities include:

  • Dhow boat rides along the coast

  • Snorkeling or diving in Watamu Marine Park

  • Cultural visits to Malindi town or Gede Ruins

  • Nature walks or marine conservation tours

Return to the hotel in the late afternoon for sunset relaxation and overnight stay.

Day 3

Malindi/Watamu → Mombasa SGR → Nairobi


After breakfast at the hotel (as per hotel meal plan), check out and take the shared road transfer back to Mombasa Terminus (approx. 3 hours). Board the SGR train back to Nairobi in First Class or Economy, concluding your 3-day Malindi & Watamu beach holiday.

Planning Notes

What's included.

  • SGR train tickets Nairobi – Mombasa – Nairobi ( Economy)
  • Shared road transfers between Mombasa Terminus and your hotel in Malindi or Watamu
  • 2 nights accommodation at the selected hotel (meal plan depends on hotel)
  • Hotel pool and beach access

What's excluded.

  • Optional activities (dhow rides
  • snorkeling
  • diving
  • cultural tours)
  • Lunch and dinner if not included in hotel meal plan
  • Personal expenses
  • tips
  • and drink
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