Kenya | Beach Camels, Cave Dining & Love-Hate Mombasa

After our safari, we spent 4 days relaxing in Mombasa—Kenya’s second-largest city. This coastal gem blends historic charm with luxury resorts. Here’s what to do in Mombasa: 🏖️ Diani Beach Getaway One of Kenya’s most famous beaches, Diani’s turquoise waters are 1.5 hours from downtown. Lined with resorts, it’s the perfect spot to unwind post-safari. We stayed at Diamond Leisure, where blue monkeys 🐒 roamed freely—hilarious and adorable! 🐫 Beach Camel Rides A super touristy but photogenic activity! African camels are tall and gentle, making for epic sunset shots. 📸 🪨 Ali Barbour’s Cave Restaurant A natural coral cave formed 100,000+ years ago sets the mood. Romantic at dusk, though the food is just okay—book ahead for vibes only. 🛕 Old Town Walking Tour Centuries of Arab influence shine here: Women in vibrant traditional dress Chaotic tuk-tuks buzzing through narrow streets Islamic architecture at every turn 🚤 Skyline Views from English Point We stayed in this upscale marina area (safer + modern). The view of the old town across the bay—with its wooden piers and clustered buildings—felt oddly Venetian! #KenyaTravel #SafariAndBeach #CaveDining #CulturalVibes