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Lake Naivasha to Diani Beach

Updated: March 11, 2024 12:52 PM
Diani Beach

Lake Naivasha to Diani Beach

Language

The official language of Kenya is English. However, Swahili is also widely spoken.

Currency

The official currency of Kenya is the Kenyan shilling (KES).

Distance

The distance from Lake Naivasha to Diani Beach is approximately 500 kilometers (310 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Diani Beach from Lake Naivasha.

  • By road: The journey by road takes about 8 hours.
  • By train: There is a train that runs from Nairobi to Mombasa. From Mombasa, you can take a bus or taxi to Diani Beach.
  • By air: There are several flights that operate from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport. From Ukunda Airport, you can take a taxi or bus to Diani Beach.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Lake Naivasha to Diani Beach will vary depending on the mode of transport and the time of year.

  • By road: The cost of a bus ticket from Nairobi to Mombasa is approximately KES 1,000. The cost of a taxi from Mombasa to Diani Beach is approximately KES 2,000.
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket from Nairobi to Mombasa is approximately KES 1,500. The cost of a bus or taxi from Mombasa to Diani Beach is approximately KES 2,000.
  • By air: The cost of a flight from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport is approximately KES 5,000. The cost of a taxi or bus from Ukunda Airport to Diani Beach is approximately KES 2,000.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Diani Beach is during the dry season, which runs from June to October.

What to Eat

There are many great places to eat in Diani Beach. Some of the most popular dishes include:

  • Nyama choma (grilled meat)
  • Ugali (cornmeal porridge)
  • Sukuma wiki (collard greens)
  • Chapati (flatbread)
  • Mandazi (doughnuts)

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Diani Beach. Some of the most popular attractions include:

  • Diani Beach
  • Colobus Conservation
  • Shimba Hills National Reserve
  • Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest
  • Chale Island

FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about traveling from Lake Naivasha to Diani Beach.

  • What is the best way to get to Diani Beach from Lake Naivasha?
  • The best way to get to Diani Beach from Lake Naivasha is by road. The journey takes about 8 hours.

  • How much does it cost to travel from Lake Naivasha to Diani Beach?
  • The cost of traveling from Lake Naivasha to Diani Beach will vary depending on the mode of transport and the time of year. The average cost is around KES 3,000.

  • When is the best time to visit Diani Beach?
  • The best time to visit Diani Beach is during the dry season, which runs from June to October.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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