Traditional dhow sailing during a Diani Beach coastal excursion
Jimmy Holiday Wildlife Adventures · Kenya Coast

Diani Beach Excursions

Kongo River sunsets, Wasini Island dhow adventures and glass-bottom boat experiences — professionally arranged from Diani Beach and the South Coast.

Coastal experiences

Explore Diani from river, island and sea

Choose a relaxed sunset experience, a full-day marine adventure or an easy glass-bottom boat trip. Hotel transfers and private arrangements can be coordinated according to your selected excursion.

Kongo River sunset cruise in Diani Beach Kenya
Sunset · Mangroves · Diani

Kongo River Sunset Experience

Enjoy the quieter side of Diani as the day ends over the Kongo River. Cruise through the calm river environment, admire the mangrove vegetation and watch the changing colours of the evening sky reflect across the water.

Late afternoonScenic cruisePhotographyMangroves

Typical experience

  1. Pickup or meeting arrangement in the Diani area.
  2. Arrival at the Kongo River and boarding for the river experience.
  3. Slow cruise through the mangrove-lined waterways with time for birdlife and photography.
  4. Enjoy sunset over the river before returning to the landing point.
  5. Transfer back to your hotel where arranged.
Mangroves and birdlife along Kongo River Sunset reflecting on Kongo River Coastal sunset sailing experience
Wasini Island traditional dhow excursion from Diani
Full day · Dhow · Marine experience

Wasini Island & Marine Dhow Trip

A classic South Coast day trip combining traditional dhow sailing with the tropical marine environment around Wasini and Kisite. The experience is designed around sea views, marine life, swimming or snorkelling opportunities when conditions allow, and island atmosphere.

Full dayTraditional dhowMarine lifeIsland visit

Typical full-day itinerary

  1. Morning pickup from your Diani Beach hotel and drive south toward the departure point.
  2. Board the dhow and receive the crew's safety briefing before sailing.
  3. Cruise through the marine area while looking for coastal and marine wildlife.
  4. Swimming and snorkelling opportunity at a suitable site, subject to sea and weather conditions.
  5. Continue toward Wasini Island for the island portion of the excursion and lunch arrangements according to your confirmed package.
  6. Afternoon return by boat, followed by the road transfer back to Diani.
Tropical waters on a Wasini marine excursion Traditional dhow sailing near Wasini Island Sunset over the Kenya coast from a boat
Glass bottom boat excursion in clear coastal water near Diani
Marine life · Family friendly · Boat trip

Glass-Bottom Boat Experience

Explore the shallow tropical waters off the Kenya coast without needing to spend the whole trip in the water. The glass viewing section offers a window into the reef environment, while the boat trip gives guests time to enjoy the coastline and clear Indian Ocean scenery.

Boat excursionReef viewingTropical fishSwimming optional

Typical experience

  1. Meet at the confirmed beach or transfer point.
  2. Board the glass-bottom boat and receive a short safety briefing.
  3. Cruise to suitable reef areas and view tropical fish and underwater features through the glass panels.
  4. Enjoy photography, sea views and optional swimming or snorkelling where conditions and the confirmed program permit.
  5. Return to the beach and continue to your hotel or next activity.
Fish visible through a glass bottom boat viewing panel Tropical marine fish viewed on a glass boat excursion Glass bottom boat on the clear waters of the Kenya coast

What to bring

  • Light comfortable clothing and sandals or water-friendly footwear
  • Sun hat, sunglasses and reef-conscious sun protection
  • Swimwear, towel and a change of clothes for marine excursions
  • Camera or phone in a waterproof pouch
  • Personal medication and drinking water as advised

Before you travel

  • Exact pickup time is confirmed according to your hotel and excursion.
  • Marine programs may change with tides, sea conditions and weather.
  • Tell us the number of adults and children when requesting a quotation.
  • Advise us in advance about mobility, dietary or other practical requirements.
  • Final inclusions and exclusions are stated in your booking confirmation.