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Bamburi Beach Resort Guide

Bamburi Beach Resort Beach Guide

Introduction

href = "http://www.letsgokenya.com/go/site/kenya/coast-hotels-and-lodges/mombasa- (north) -hotels/bamburi-beach-hotel"> Bamburi Beach is an unpretentious hotel is fully dedicated to tourism. The large number of hotels, restaurants, clubs and tour companies so that visitors can enjoy your stay over a week or two. While the beach in Kenya can not be better, is still attractive, and is located near coral reefs and protected the Mombasa Marine National Park and Reserve. This part of India appeals Sea water sports enthusiasts, with great sailing, snorkelling and diving opportunities also There are first-class fishing for large sites easily accessible.

Who goes?

Bamburi coast 6km (4 miles) aligns with relaxed, mid-market resorts that cater to tourists beach package, along with a pair of high-end hotels. There are also some mid-priced homes consistent field in relatively simple chalets or apartments.The accommodations offered means that mainly attracts more tourists. Foreign visitors tend to be from Europe, especially Germany and the UK.

Where in the world?

Bamburi is in the India Ocean coast of Kenya, 12 km (7.5 miles) north of the nearest city, Mombasa, which is in turn at 487 kilometers (303 miles) southwest of the capital, Nairobi. Many of the beachfront hotels have guidance This overlooking the Indian Ocean, that the fringes of the town.

When to go?

The best months to visit are Bamburi Beach January to March, when the probability of rain is low. Temperatures are fairly consistent with temperatures ranging between 27-31 ° C (81-88 ° F) during the day and rarely dipping below 22 ° C (72 ° F) at night. April to June are the wettest months with frequent and heavy rainfall often.

Beach

Bamburi Beach is a strip of white sand, backed by palm trees and flowers and vine drenched beach shallow turquoise waters, remained calm for a reef off the coast. Narrow in places, especially during high tide, and covered with algae from time to time, have a relaxed and carefree feel. Water Sports offered include sailing diving, water skiing, jet skiing and sea kayaking. Many resorts have their own water sports center certification courses diving, windsurfing and fishing may also be available.

Beyond the beach

The Baobab Adventure (in Baobab Farm, 8 km / 5 miles from Nyali Bridge) is the area of the main ways of attraction. Is a complex of nature trails, wildlife sanctuaries and game reserves.

Offshore diving, divers can explore the remains interesting MV Dania, planted in the bottom of the sea by a local diving team in 2002, is now populated by groupers, mackerel, lobster and lionfish. There is a 5 km of good dive (3 miles) north of Mtwapa. December to March is the season for big game fishing, a series of suits to organize trips to awesome bag species such as sailfish, marlin, kingfish and wahoo.

Family holidays

Bamburi relaxed resort hotel welcome children, and many have swimming pools and sessions good deal of playing and babysitting. Kids will love visiting The Baobab Adventure (see More Beyond the beach above), where they can get close to giraffes, hippos, ostriches and crocodiles and watch the animals graze.

Also popular are the slides in Pirates (Kenyatta Beach) and glass bottom boat trips in the Mombasa Marine National Park and Reserve. In this case, between the coral gardens, it is possible find turtles, sea cucumbers and colorful butterflies.

Retail Therapy

Bamburi resort hotels have curio shops, where you can find local crafts such as soapstone sculptures, shell and beads, sisal baskets and wood carvings. beach vendors also offer souvenirs, including brightly colored Kangas (sarongs printed with Swahili proverbs), kikois (striped cotton coats) and shuka (Red Maasai-style blankets).

A night on the town

The area of bars and nightclubs are a heterogeneous group, ranging from the dazzling to the downright poor. Bars and nightclubs also tend to be noisy on weekends. The disco every night at the Pirates (Kenyatta Beach) is legendary among the revelers Bamburi. Another good choice is the big party Tembo Disco (Mombasa-Malini Road). Most resorts have the evening entertainment aimed squarely at tourists, with African dance, acrobatics and nightclubs.

Eating out

Outside the high-end hotels, most eating options Bamburi are mediocre, but there are plenty of them. In addition to the restaurants of many mid-range hotel, there many places to eat for tourists lining the main coastal road, which runs south and north of Mombasa to Malindi. Usually, they serve specialties venues such as grilled fish or Nyama Choma (roast goat or beef), the most imaginative restaurants serve good quality Swahili, such as red snapper with coconut cloves and cinnamon. You'll also find Indian, Chinese and Italian here.

Getting around

Most of local travel by bus or matatu (shared minibus), which often get very crowded. They run along the main coast road between Mombasa and Malindi, Bamburi through. The hotel staff can book local taxis and airport shuttle for guests. International companies hire Avis have offices at the airport in Mombasa and Mombasa itself, driving in Kenya, but the creeps are the best and worst, downright dangerous, kidnappings Car occur away from major roads.

Explore further away

Many visitors to build Bamburi a safari during your stay. With just days to spare you could head inland to Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Park, which together form one of the largest areas game viewing in the world. Much less crowded than the most popular parks in Kenya, which are home to lions, hippos, elephants, zebras and a large number of species of antelope and gazelle. Moreover, to experience another aspect of coastal living to the north to the beaches and marine parks of Malindi and Watamu (ideal for snorkeling and diving), or dip it in the Swahili culture on the island of Lamu.

Splashes

To enjoy the beach, in the peace and luxury book one of the hotels, such as the Whitesands Sarova Hotel or the Severin Sea Lodge Bamburi Beach, or of Mombasa Serena Beach Hotel up the road in Shanzu Beach. All these hotels offer comfortable suites, beautifully designed swimming pools and world class service level as waiters for the drinks while relaxing in the hammock. In the Mombasa Serena can enjoy some hard-earned at the spa.

About the Author

Alphaxad is Tours and Travel Consultant with LetsGokenya, an online reservations company that allows guests to book and pay for accommodation in kenya online and in real time. Find us on www.letsgokenya.com

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admin posted at 2010-9-26 Category: Blue Marlin Fishing

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