Villas in Kenya

There is much more to Kenya than its famed safaris. This eclectic destination boasts a bit of everything from mountain peaks to unrivalled beaches. Travellers will be delighted to find a budding foodie scene, secret wineries, nightlife and much more, whether booking a villa in Nairobi or basking in the sun along Mombasa’s coast. Feed an orphaned elephant. Sail through jade waters. Fly over The Great Migration. There’s so much to see and do! The majority of villas can be found in Mombasa along the coast, or in and around Nairobi, Kenya’s bustling capital.

With these villas as your base of exploration, you’re practically guaranteed an exceptional holiday! Whether you book a villa by the sea amid stunning tropical gardens, or go urban with all the conveniences at hand, you’ll find something just right for your group. Some of these villas feature spectacular architecture, ocean views or elegant décor and artwork. Cool off with your favourite drink by the pool. Exchange travel stories by the sofa. These listings make the perfect holiday possible!

The beaches of Kenya are truly brilliant. Diani Beach is famous for its silky white sand along the turquoise Indian Ocean. It’s also a spectacular diving and snorkelling area where reef sharks and Hawksbill turtles are easily spotted. There are underground coral cave marine sanctuaries, not to mention kitesurfing and more! Kilifi beach is north of Mombasa featuring a tranquil cultural experience. Diving at Malindi Marine Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, will dazzle your senses with a kaleidoscope of colour from the variety of corals, fish, plant life, and turtles. So, grab your underwater camera, you’ll want to remember this!

Due to its strategic location and trade route importance, it shouldn’t be surprising that Kenya boasts a rich, eclectic cultural heritage. Much of this can be witnessed with a walk through Mombasa’s Old Town. You’ll discover the biggest port in Kenya as well as architecture, coffee houses, and mosques with the 16th century Fort Jesus standing guard over the town. In Nairobi, catch a phenomenal acrobatics show with rave reviews. Reserving a seat for the Safari Cat Dancers could be the highlight of your trip. And definitely visit the National Archives in downtown Nairobi to view precious artefacts revealing Kenya’s intriguing history.

The Maasai Market is an open-air affair that you mustn’t miss, offering everything from handmade crafts, African print fabrics, jewellery and more! The market changes location daily and be prepared to bargain. Discover Kenya’s unique gastronomic blends such as, mandazi (a delicious unsweetened doughnut), maziwa lala (fermented milk) and mabuyu a tasty Baobab seed covered in red syrup. Leleshwa Wines is the first vineyard in Kenya, just outside Nairobi, offering tours to taste their Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, and Shiraz paired with tasty snacks. You’ll see the vineyard and meet the maker who will explain the process during the tour.

The Mombasa Marine National Park is a hotspot for scuba divers. This park features mangrove centred marine life as well as coral reefs housing stingrays, seahorses and turtles with a brilliant array of colourful fish. Rent a glass bottomed kayak, if you’re not keen on swimming, to tour this awesome world.

This area was an abandoned quarry that was transformed into an ecosystem of vibrant life. Discover this beautiful ecosystem’s unbelievable history while visiting the animals. They now have giraffes, ostriches, crocodiles and more for you to see. Be sure to reserve a table at the restaurant to enjoy a fabulous dinner afterwards.

See a real-life Lion King moment from an aeroplane or hot air balloon. You will bear witness to a plethora of wildlife as they race across the Serengeti Plains. This is a fantastic way to catch sight of your favourite African animals such as zebras, wildebeest, antelope, lions and more!

Book a tour with Tusitiri Dhow to visit Lamu Island and discover the unique Swahili culture and historical significance of this region, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also enjoy paddle boarding, snorkelling, fine dining, and stargazing on your once-in-a-lifetime journey on this dhow antique vessel.

Kenya’s coastline stretches for miles boasting silky white sand beaches and jade Indian Ocean waters. These are a beach lover’s dream! Diani famously boasts trendy surfside digs, hip beachfront bars, coral reefs teeming with marine life for snorkellers and more. Try your hand at skydiving or kitesurfing for something new, it’s all here!

Nairobi became a great city after the new railway, dubbed ‘lunatic express’, was built in 1901. The line was upgraded in 2017 with a faster train system. The Madaraka Express offers a comfortable ride from Nairobi to Mombasa with beautiful vistas to photograph along the way. Check out the history of the original Lunatic Express while you’re speeding along the tracks.

Kenya’s capital, Nairobi is loaded with interesting sights to explore. Visit Nairobi National Park and see the Nairobi Nursery project where baby elephants and rhinos are rescued and returned to the wild. Nairobi’s Karen Blixen Museum is the century home of the author of “Out of Africa”. Also, the Nairobi National Museum offers 9 amazing galleries for viewing.