Kinondo Kwetu

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Kenya - Coast

Located on a tranquil private beach south of Diania, Kinondo Kwetu is a paradise for those wanting a more personal experience on the Kenyan coast.

From: $380 Full Board (per person sharing, per night).
From: £235 Full Board (per person sharing, per night).

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Overview

Home to Ida and Filip Andersson, a Swedish family related to the famed Baron Blixen, Kinondo Kwetu is often described as a ‘home away from home’ - a paradise for those wanting a more personal experience on the Kenyan coast. Located on a tranquil private beach south of Diani, distanced from residential neighbours by rocky cliffs and endless beach, Kinondo Kwetu is classified as a ‘Kaya’ area (protected by the National Museum) due to its surrounding holy forests and sacred land.

With various forms of accommodation, all surrounded by green shady gardens and just a few steps from the white sandy beach, Kinondo Kwetu can cater for up to 38 people and is also able to facilitate exclusive use of selected parts. In addition to relaxing in the sun and swimming in the Indian Ocean, Kinondo Kwetu offers an impressive selection of exciting activities – ranging from watersports such as Kite Surfing, deep sea fishing and Scuba Diving, to land activities such as Game Drives, Horse Riding and Yoga weeks.

FAQ

How do you get there?
You will need to get to Mombasa airport, then take either a 10 min private charter flight or a 90 min drive.

Are kids welcome?
Yes, very much so. Family values and home cooked food are important to the owners.

When is best to visit?
Kinondo Kwetu is closed May - 14th July, the rest of the year is perfect. Divers should stay between October and March as there are regular whale shark sightings.

Please Call: 01227 753181 or contact one of our safari experts for more information.

Accommodation

Mama Taa Villa

The Mama Taa Villa contains 6 suites: 3 upstairs and 3 downstairs; 4 suites consist of an en-suite bedroom with connecting doors to private sitting room/second bedroom, 2 suites are ensuite doubles.

Cottages:

Shimba, Twiga and Songoro - 3 en-suite double cottages with king size beds and en-suite bathrooms (no extra beds) Mbuyu - 1 double bedroom and connecting single bedroom (shared bathroom)

Ubani “beachhouse”

1 double story cottage upstairs is one en-suite double bedroom with private entrance and downstairs one en-suite double and single bedroom with connecting doors. Upstairs and downstairs can be sold separately, or as a family house.

Mama Tina Villa (children only)

1 en-suite double room and 2 single rooms queen size beds, shared bathroom. Baby cots and extra beds are available on request.

Other activities

Scuba diving

Kinondo Kwetu caters for all levels of scuba diving enthusiasts, from beginners taking their first PADI lesson to experienced divers who want to explore the reef. The reef is located so close to the coast, that incredible dives can be taken as near as 5 minutes away by boat! Best time for this is Sept – March when the winds are favourable.

Health and wellbeing

Exclusive yoga weeks, drawing masters from all over the world, are held at Kinondo Kwetu several times per year. As a completely holistic experience, not only does the exercise and ambiance give off a sense of heath and wellbeing, but even the cuisine is suited to detox and revitalize the body. In addition, there are massages, beauty treatments, a wood-fired sauna, 2 swimming pools, tennis and a small exercise area.

Horse riding

With their own stables and 5 horses, experienced riders can choose to explore the local holy forests or canter along the beach, giving less advanced riders a chance to practice their steps in one of Kinondo Kwetu’s riding paddocks.

Other possible activities

Scuba diving / Snorkelling.
Sailing & Canoeing
Kite surfing (courses available close by).
Deep-sea fishing.
Wind surfing & Water skiing.
2 x Swimming Pools.
Boat Excursions to ‘Paradise Lost’ island.
Tennis.
Conference up to 38 pax.
Horse-riding (beach, forest and paddock).
Game drives in Shimba Hills National Reserve.
Shopping / sight-seeing trips to Ukunda or Mombasa.
Massage and spa treatments.
Wood-fired sauna.
Yoga and basic exercise equipment.
Special Yoga Weeks – with yoga masters from around the world.
Cultural visits to Kinondo village.
Golf (not on site).

Environment and local community

Responsible Tourism

Kinondo Kwetu owes much of its charm to its surrounding community and the Kinondo village, from where many among the staff are recruited. To have a respectful interaction with the community is of great importance for us, Kinondo Kwetu and guests. Kinondo Kwetu have established the Kinondo Kwetu Trust fund, whose main purposes are to provide health care to the villagers and to support the education of children. The fund sponsors and administers sponsoring of school fees in secondary school. The fund is at present establishing a computer-training center with the aim to educate children and adults.

Kinondo Kwetu Clinic started its operation in November 2008. It offers basic healthcare at a very low cost, a cost that is waived for those who cannot afford it. Since it started, the clinic has been recognised for its good work for HIV and TB patients, as well as for its laboratory.

Our opinion

Kinondo Kwetu is a haven for those seeking freedom and peace well away from the usual tourist beaches. With white sand and blue sea it’s the perfect place to do as much or as little as you please. The reef here is amazing with regular whale shark sightings between October and March.

This small boutique hotel is family owned and should be enjoyed by everyone. Stay here if you love the idea of a home from home in paradise. We bet you’ll be back.

Need more info?
Please contact our Safari Experts now.

Call: 0044 (0)1227 753181