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Jomo Kenyatta Beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 12th place out of 32 beaches in the Kenya region 441.8 km away from its center, the city of Nairobi. It is one of the beaches of Bamburi settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and white fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Jomo Kenyatta Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. This area has also a water park in the sea with various inflatable toys which constitute excellent activities for parents and children.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Mombasa Beach, which has a rating of 8.4.
Jomo Kenyatta Beach is located in Kenya within Bamburi, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Leisure 2.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Gombato 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Jumba la Mtwana 2.9 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Leisure 2.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Leisure 2.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Jumba la Mtwana 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine sand
Likoni 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Jeuri 2.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Kikambala 2.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Kijangwani 2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Kijangwani 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Tiwi 3.1 km
What to do in Jomo Kenyatta Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Jomo Kenyatta Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Jomo Kenyatta Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Jomo Kenyatta Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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The Jomo Kenyatta Beach is covered with soft snow-white fine sand, which covers the entire cost. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Jomo Kenyatta Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day. The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.
The Jomo Kenyatta Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
Activities available on the ground:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Jomo Kenyatta Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Jomo Kenyatta Beach for swimming is very positive.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
The region of the Jomo Kenyatta Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The bar is located right on the Jomo Kenyatta Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Namaskar Restaurant is the closest place located 3100 meters from the beach.
There are 401 places to stay in the Jomo Kenyatta Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Jomo Kenyatta Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Jomo Kenyatta Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
The month with the highest temperature in Jomo Kenyatta Beach is March. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 28°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Kilifi 3.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
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Takaungu 2.1 km
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Gombato 2.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise water, Fine sand bottom
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Kona ya Musa 3.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine sand, Turquoise water
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