Idyllic lodge on the coast of Kenya

Kenya’s coastline is truly exceptional, with miles of fine white sandy beaches surrounded by greenery and lapped by the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean.
Malindi is a haven for those in search of relaxation, uncrowded places where life revolves around the sea and the beach. It’s a hideaway destination, traditionally chosen by jet-setters such as Richard Burton, who sought the privacy that few places can offer like Malindi, specifically in the bay known as Che Sale.

Che Sale is a beach with little tourism, ideal for relaxing, enjoying the sea and water sports, especially kitesurfing.

With 300 days of wind per year and an average of 16 knots, the best months are July to September and January to April.

The beach is protected by a reef, making it one of Kenya’s top kitesurfing destinations.
A little further south, surfing and diving enthusiasts will find their paradise in Watamu, which has the best waves in the country thanks to its coral gardens. For diving, Kenya has four spectacular marine protected areas such as the Malindi Marine National Park and Watamu National Park in particular.

The climate absolutely determines the natural cycles of wildlife, and choosing the right time of year can make the difference between seeing the most important animal species and large herds of herbivores, or not. Kenya’s climate is characterised by two types of wet seasons – the short rains (between October and December) and the long rains (between March and June).

Most visitors prefer to avoid rainy periods because dirt tracks become muddy and some parks can be flooded, making traffic difficult.

The best time to travel to Kenya weather-wise is in high season: July to October and December to February. Kenya’s climate is classified as tropical. At an average temperature of 26.3°C, April is the hottest month of the year. At 24.5°C on average, July is the coldest month of the year.