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I am going to Visit Diani Beach in mid May for two weeks with my children 15 & 22 years old, I have been told that I couldn't have picked a worse time because of the rains that last all day and all night. My travel agent is now stating that there is a 90% cancellation charge. Can anybody give me some positive advise ?

Has anyone been to Mombasa in June ? What's the weather like ? Me and my husband are planning to go there middle 2 weeks of June but worried that it is rainy season ? Don't want to be stuck inside all the time if on average it rains for long periods of time during the day .

Hello! I with my girlfriend need to get from Mombasa to Nairobi at first half of march, wanted to ask about best options...Train and bus will be cheapest, but takes a lot of time, than I thought maybe go by plane, 90$ per person isn't very much and it's a lot of time economy...but question is, maybe somone knows how much will be to get to Nairobi by car and driver, and fact is that we need to go only one way and we're just two, because if we were 3 or 4 IMO it was definetly cheeper than go by plane.... Thnx....

I will be traveling to Mombassa alone for 2 weeks in March.... Is it Safe to take Safaris and Day Trips alone? Thanks

what is the cost pp for a 2day 1 night safari and other trips. I am staying in Bamburi Beach Hotel. Do you book with Beach boys,Hotel or Reps. Many thanks.

Does anyone know a reliable freelance local person (not belonging to an agency) who speaks English and can help me around near Ukanda and Mombasa, and optionally can also serve as a safari guide?

Hello everybody, April should be one of the wettest months of the year in Kenya, but does it rain during the day or at night, can you compare it with the tropical rains (rain all day long) in central Africa? I’m planning a Mombassa trip in April and it is too long ago for me to remember the local climate. Is it OK to plan a beach and safari holiday during this period??? Thanks fellow travellers.

I'm in Malindi right now with my wife and our 16 month son. We are looking for tips of where to go or what to do to entertain our son. He's wild as hell and doesn't want to sit still for more than 5 minutes. We regularly hit the beach but there must be something else as well. Well be here for another 2 weeks Cheers //Oskar

“ Mombasa Dhow Cruise ” Has anyone done this excursion? Mombasa Dhow Cruise Tour the historic Mombasa Island on a dhow cruise. This is a full-day activity that takes you to a floating market and other sights along the coastline. What is it like and what would be the price? Is it a nice excursion?

Can anyone help me I am trying to decide to with hotel we should go too Leopard Beach Resort or Papillon Lagoon Reef ? Can anyone help to get it email address from Papillon Lagoon Reef? Is it possible to make one safaris From Diani beach? How is the bus connections ( and price) from Diani beach to Mombasa ? What are the things that we should surely see? Those anyone know it email address from Papillon Lagoon Reef? Can anyone help me ,if it is inresting to go on one day trips from Diana Beach Leopard beach resort..(end august) to 1 Day Tsavo East National Park Day trip to Shimba Hills National Reserve one day Masai village Tour thank you Roeland Ps and maybe the Malindi Tour Any other sujestion ? What are the prices like?

Jambo from Nairobi! I live in Nairobi and travel many times to Mombasa...usually a friend picks me up at the airport, sometimes I grab a taxi outside the airport. I've inquired with a few companies here in Nairobi for approximate costs, and they were the Mzungu prices....I've lived in Africa over 15yrs and know better...any suggestions from Mombasa folks?? Asante sana.

can you get a bus to dar es salaam in one day - if so what the latest details please ? what do you suggest to do in one day ? can you walk around safely and to the island ? thanks in advance

has anyone ever stayed at Double Heart Resort in Malindi? How was the service?

Does anyone know of a reputabel jeweller in Malindi who sells silver Masai bracelets for a good price?

Hi,my friends and i are looking for an awesome place to stay between the 29th Dec-1st of January preferably in Diani,Kilifi,watamu or malindi.Preferably at the beach, fully furnished and serviced or if not at the beach,it should have a very good pool but near an accessible beach.We are 18 in number and we want a place that can comfortably accomodate us.No hotels please!just villas and cottages.We are willing to spend maximum ksh24,000 per day for four days.We will cook for ourselves but we would like a cleaner or a washing machine.Its urgent and we will pay the deposit immediately we get a good place.Cheers!!

Hi, I was looking to take a bus from Mombasa to Amboseli, and it looks as though it takes around 8 hours. Has anyone done this trip? Is it interesting/scenic? Worth doing or avoiding? Thanks

Is any one going to the Scorpio Hotel Malindi 25th of October with children? We have a 13 year old, hope there are some more teenagers to keep him amused.

Can you tell me what the weather is like now....September 1, 2010?

does anyone know how this compares to zanzibarin tanzania as far as diving is concerned. ive been recommend going to zanizbar but have no other reason to visit tanzania and couldnt be stuffed getting a visa is kisite is good enough

Help i am confused.............i have been given all kinds of advise regarding Maleria tablets and i still dont know which one i need. I am staying at the Scorpian Villa and intennd to just chill, i dont expect to go on a safari during my stay. i have been told Avloclor 250 Mg (chloroquine Phosphate) would be ok. can any one advise?

Hi i am staying at the scorpion villa can any one tell me where the nearest ATM is from my location?

i am coming from the UK what is the best currency to take with me?

I'm thinking of going back to Lamu for a 3 month stay. Does anyone know of some good yet inexpensive accomodation? When I was there in 1994, I stayed at the Casuarina Hotel, which was good. I'm wondering if there are any other good places to stay. I'm looking for privacy as well as I plan to do some painting and setting up a studio there.

I am coming to mombasa soon and would like to know how to get to bamburi (Kahama hotel)from the mombasa airport.I am not keen to spend 2000.00ksh or more for the taxi any other cheaper and safe option available.I will have 1 normal size bag. Thanks, A

Hello, Would anyone know the e-mail adress for the New Palm Tree hotelin Mombasa? I'd like to book there but do not know how to contact them. I could not find a web site. Thank you. David.

Hi we are thinking of going to Kenya middle to late April this year for a beach holiday. I see that this is the rainy season but how bad does it get. Does it rain hard for a short period and dry up quickly or is it dull and rains all day

My husband is 50 this August, so was thinking to treat him to a holiday in Kenya. Have wanted to visit for a number of years now, the only concern is that we have a baby,who will be two in June. Should we book or avoid?

Hi We are thinking of going to kenya for a holiday in june this year and we are worried about mosquitoes, how bad are they at this time of year and does anyone recommend anything many thanks ph

Hi we are planning a 2 week holiday too mombasa in november. I am wondering what needles we will need and the avearge cost of these? And also the cost of a visa to travel there? I thought it would be a good idea to ask someone whos been recently as travel agenst dont always know. Thanks Claire and Carlene

Hi, I am planning to go to Mombasa for a month in July. Can anyone tell me what the weather will be like at that time of year? I am a sun worshipper! :) Also, does anyone know what airlines fly to Lamu? I was thinking of spending a few days there. Or does anyone recommend any other areas that are nice to visit? Thanks in advance!