Marine park
Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park
Snorkel coral reefs, watch dolphins and lunch on Wasini Island. Full-day boat trips depart from Shimoni, about 1.5 hours south of Diani.
Local guide · Diani Beach
Things to Do in Diani Beach, Kenya
A local's pick of the best experiences in Diani — marine parks, coral-cave dining, colobus monkeys and the lagoon.
Best of Diani
Six experiences that make Diani, Diani
Dining
Ali Barbour's Cave Restaurant
Fine dining inside a 180,000-year-old coral cave on Diani Beach Road. Romantic, atmospheric and a Diani classic — reservations recommended.
Wildlife
Colobus Conservation
A short guided tour at the sanctuary protecting Diani's endangered Angolan colobus monkeys. Family-friendly and right on Diani Beach Road.
Watersports
Kitesurfing on the lagoon
Diani's reef-protected lagoon and steady cross-shore wind make it one of East Africa's best learn-to-kite spots. Schools run beginner-to-advanced lessons.
On the water
Sunset dhow cruise
Traditional sailing dhows leave from Diani and Galu most evenings — sundowners, snorkelling stops and a slow ride back as the sky turns pink.
Day trip
Wasini Island & Shimoni caves
Combine a marine park trip with a walk around Wasini village and the historic Shimoni slave caves. A full but rewarding day out.
Between adventures
Book a mobile massage between activities
A morning on the reef, an afternoon kitesurfing or a full-day dhow trip leaves the body asking for a reset. Our therapists come to your villa or hotel in Diani — table, towels and oils included — so you can shower, lie down and book the evening.
FAQ
Things to do in Diani Beach — common questions
What are the must-do activities in Diani Beach?+
Snorkelling in Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park, dinner at Ali Barbour's Cave, a visit to the Colobus Conservation centre, kitesurfing on the lagoon, and a sunset dhow cruise are the local favourites.
Is Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park worth visiting?+
Yes — it is one of Kenya's best snorkelling and dolphin-watching spots. Full-day boat trips from Shimoni include reef snorkelling, lunch on Wasini Island and time to swim.
Can I see colobus monkeys in Diani?+
The Colobus Conservation centre on Diani Beach Road runs guided tours and protects the endangered Angolan colobus. It is a short, family-friendly visit.
What is Ali Barbour's Cave Restaurant?+
An iconic fine-dining restaurant set inside a 180,000-year-old coral cave. Reservations are essential and it pairs well with a relaxing massage earlier in the day.
Where can I book a massage between activities?+
Our therapists come to your villa or hotel in Diani with table, towels and oils. A 60-minute treatment between a morning boat trip and an evening dinner is a popular schedule.
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