Islands in Kwale

Paradise! The Sand at Chale Island Resort

17 km from Diani Mall you reach the tail-end of Diani Beach Road at the Chale Harbour, the jumping-off place to the picture-postcard Chale Island lying 600 metres seaward. It spans 1.2 km longwise and 0.8 km widthwise, with a north-south orientation. In the west it is separated from Gazi Beach by the 2 km wide Gazi Bay. Chale’s land use splits it to two areas: the resort and the sacred Kaya forest. The Sands at Chale Island Resort is set on 15 acres of indigenous ancient forest, with a superb 0.01 km2 white sand reef protected bay in the north area.

The resort itself is a contemporary mix of Swahili structures, Italian stucco, Lamu furniture, objects of African art, and varnished Mahogany – a chic blend of natural beauty and Swahili-inspired architecture. The 60 rooms provide various lodging options, including standard rooms, deluxe bandas, and honeymoon suites, which cater to diverse preferences. Three outdoor swimming pools are available for guests. An on-site wellness center offers various treatments. Multiple restaurants and bars serve a range of cuisines, including Italian, Oriental, and Swahili dishes.

Aside from its perfectly white sand bay, Chale Island is choc-a-bloc with a flare of variegated flora exemplified at the numinous in-shore tidal mangrove lake that is a must-see. Moreover, thanks to the lack of seaweed pile-ups, turtles frequently lay eggs in the bay. The surrounding waters are rich in marine life, including whale sharks and migrating whales. Guests can engage in various activities like diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and nature walks to explore the island’s rich biodiversity.

Kenya is home to several beautiful islands, each offering unique attractions and experiences. Mombasa, a term interchangeably used to refer to the city and county, is the most developed. Further north, Lamu Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is an enchanting destination. Overall, islands in Kenya offer a mix of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and recreational activities, making them popular.

Index of Islands Around Kenya

Baringo County - Lokoros , Rongena , Lengai , Devil’s , Samatian , Ol kokwe , Parmolos , Embu County - Gichuki, Homa Bay County - Rusinga , Ngodhe , Mfangano , Takawiri , Mbasa , Ringiti , Kilifi County - Sudi , Robinson, Kirepwe, Kisumu County - Ndere, Mageto, Kwale County - Chale , Wasini , Kisite-Mpunguti, Funzi , Sii , Lamu County - Lamu , Manda , Manda Toto , Kiwayu , Pate , Shindamwe, Machakos County - Gichuki, Migori County - Migingo, Usingo, Ugongo , Mombasa County - Mombasa, Nakuru County - Crescent, Turkana County - North, Central, South, Naperito Cathedral Rock

Located along the Kenyan coast, and a hub renowned for its pristine beaches, rich cultural heritage, and breathtaking landscapes, Kwale County uniquely combines two of Kenya’s unsurpassed offerings – beach and safari. Kwale County is also a melting pot of coastal traditions, modern development, farming and trade to boot.

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85 Destinations in Kwale County , arranged as one would visit these - north, south, east then south - with aid of in-depth narratives, images, maps and distance chart:

Shelly Beach , Time Out Art Camp , Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary , Kutazama Lodge , Mandhari Lodge , Kimerimeta Safari Lodge , Baraza Park , Kwale Town , Shimba Hills National Reserve , Shimba Hills Lodge , Elephant Lookout , Sheldrick Falls , Shimba Hills Organic Farm , Nyalani Dam , WWF Nursery , Tiwi Beach , Diani-Chale Marine National Reserve , Kongo Mosque , Twiga Mosque , Diani Mosque , Diani Beach Art Gallery , Diani Bikes , Center Point Mall , Diani Beach , Almasi Art Agency , Diamond Leisure Beach & Golf Resort , Ali Barbour’s Cave Restaurant , Kenya Kite Masters , Kite Festival , Funguo Wreck , Swahili Beach Resort , Raydon Water Sports , Colobus Conservation Trust , Sails Beach Bar & Restaurant , H2O Extreme , Nomad Beach Bar & Restaurant , Baobab Beach Resort , Lantana Galu Beach , Galu Ruins , Bora Bora Wildlife Park , Skydive Diani , Kalista Bar & Restaurant , Kaya Kinondo (Forest) , Kinondo Kwetu (Resort) , Chale Island , Tulia Eco Garden , Gazi Beach , Gazi Mangrove Boardwalk , Gazi Ruins , Msambweni Beach , Munje Beach , Munje Beach Villas , Munje Ruins , Munje Octopus Closure , Funzi Island , Shirazi Ruins , Fikirini Caves , Hormuz , Pongwe , Shimoni Caves , Betty's Camp , Shimoni Ruins , KWS Shimoni Cottages , Wasini Island , Wasini Ruins , Wasini Boardwalk , Charlie Claw’s , Chambocha Cemetery , Wasini Dolphin Tours , Pilli Pipa Dhow , Blue Monkey Cottages , GVI Mkwiro, Mwaozi Tumbe's Gravestone , Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park , Sii Island , Mrima Hill , Maji Moto Springs , Vumba Kuu , Vanga , Vanga Ruins , Nyika Plateau

Know More About Kwale County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including strip maps, Airports, Climate & National Monuments

What’s The Air Like In Kwale?

Kwale has monsoon type of climate marked by hot and dry weather from January to May and cooler temperatures from June to August. Average annual temperatures ranges between 24 o C and 30 o C.

What’s The Lay of The Land In C.02?

Kwale is widely known for its 35 km long coast, where Diani Beach sits. Inland, the coastal uplands, commonly referred to as Shimba Hills, is a sharp elevation in altitude. The land then steeply falls again into the Nyika Plateau and Tsavo.

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