Kinondo Kwetu
Galu Beach, Diani, Kenya
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Why we love it
Home to Ida and Filip Andersson, a Swedish family related to the famed Baron Blixen, Kinondo Kwetu is often described as a ‘home away from home’ – a paradise for those wanting a more personal experience on the Kenyan coast. Kinondo Kwetu is a small, all-inclusive luxury resort but beyond the accommodations, food, and amenities you would expect, it also offers another kind of luxury – the luxury of peace and quiet, freedom and rest.
Located on a tranquil private beach south of Diani, distanced from residential neighbours by rocky cliffs and endless beach, Kinondo Kwetu is classified as a ‘Kaya’ area (protected by the National Museum) due to its surrounding holy forests and
sacred land. With various forms of accommodation, all surrounded by green shady gardens and just a few steps from the white sandy beach, Kinondo Kwetu can cater for up to 38 people and is also able to facilitate exclusive use of selected parts.
In addition to relaxing in the sun and swimming in the Indian Ocean, Kinondo Kwetu offers an impressive selection of exciting activities – ranging from watersports such as kite surfing, deep sea fishing and scuba diving, to land activities such as game drives in the nearby Shimba Hills, horse riding and yoga weeks.
Grab a helmet and gallop along the beach on horseback, or discover the sacred 'kaya' - spiritual Kenyan forests.
Pay a visit to Kinondo village, where the lodge is having a positive impact on education and health by helping rebuild the local school and hospital.
Practice your swing at the nearby golf course as you hit some balls around the coastal course under the warm Kenyan sun.
Head into Shimba Hills National Park, known as a 'paradise of sable antelopes,' to see the highest density of elephants in Kenya.
Spend a day on the water exploring hidden coves and hard to reach snorkelling areas, on a private boat trip on the Indian Ocean.
Hit some aces on your private outdoor tennis court, or book some time with a personal tennis coach to work on your swing.
Grab some gear and head down to the beach to try out any of the range of watersports on offer, from kite and windsurfing to waterskiing.
Wake up and work on your flexibility with morning guided yoga and meditation sessions on the beach, available daily upon request.
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Tameem
I went on an adventure of a lifetime to Kenya, planned by True Travel. Borana was the perfect introduction to Africa – the staff were fantastic, the lodge very comfortable and I had amazing wildlife sightings. Then the helicopter flight and night out with Andrew (the real Crocodile Dundee) was an experience of a lifetime; we went scorpion hunting, crocodile catching, swimming in lakes and flew over flamingos. All in all, everything was fantastically planned and the service was brilliant. I’m looking forward to the next adventure!
Start planning your truly bespoke itinerary by contacting one of our destination specialists.
Call +44 (0)203 137 1247
Call +1 (0) 800 635 8124
OR