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1 Dec 2011

15 Dec 2011

$1,831

$1,763

$1,741

$522

50% off

16 Dec 2011

30 Apr 2012

$1,968

$1,902

$1,880

$600

50% off

1 May 2012

30 Jun 2012

$1,661

$1,593

$1,571

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50% off

1 Jul 2012

31 Aug 2012

$1,968

$1,880

$1,880

$600

50% off

1 Sept 2012

15 Dec 2012

$1,892

$1,825

$1,802

$553

50% off

Southern Palms Beach Resort

7 nights from USD 1,571 per person   Open Currency Converter

Situated on the pristine white sandy beaches of Diani Beach on the south coast of Kenya is the Southern Palms Beach Resort. This 4 star resort draws inspiration from East Africa's rich history, combining both traditional Swahili and Arabic architecture. The resort is spread over 10 acres of mature tropical gardens filled with coconut trees.

The resort has two large free flowing swimming pools where you can spend the day relaxing. While you are here you can try your hand at scuba diving, deep sea fishing and cruising in a dhow. There are also historic tours to nearby Mombasa and a plethora of great restaurants to sample. So, come and enjoy the ultimate in beach relaxation at the Southern Palms Resort and see what Kenya's coast has to offer.

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"'Sheer bliss'"
Janet Watkins, UK

Itinerary

Day 1 - Southern Palms
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On arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will be met by an Albatros Travel representative and transferred to Wilson Airport in time for your scheduled domestic flight to Mombasa. On arrival at Moi International Airport you will be met and transferred to the Southern Palms Beach Resort on the south coast. After being shown to your rooms you will have time to indulge in a late lunch and then spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool or on the white sandy beaches.

The resort will be your home for the next week. You can do as little or as much as you like, taking time to go on some of the excursions on offer, or just lazing about on the beach. Below we have suggested a structured week, but this is only a suggestion - in the end it is you who decides what to do!

Included meals: 
Half board
Day 2 - Southern Palms
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With so much to do on offer at the resort you will most certainly be kept entertained. There are two free flowing swimming pools and miles of beach to enjoy, so you could take a stroll down to the crystal blue waters or go out snorkeling to see what treasures are hidden in the waters. With five different restaurants and bars to enjoy there is no shortage of thing to eat either.

Alternatively, if you are feeling adventurous, you could head further afield by booking one of our special coastal excursions such as the Mombasa City Tour (see 'Practical Information' for further details).

Included meals: 
Half board
Day 3 - Southern Palms
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Today unwind and enjoy the hospitality of the resort. Relax by the pool and sample some more great food from the restaurants.

If that doesn’t appeal then there are deep sea fishing excursions or a host of water activities to keep you entertained. Just enquire at the resort for further details.

Included meals: 
Half board
Day 4 - Southern Palms
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Today we suggest you experience one of our favourite day excursions: The Paradise Divers – Wasini Dhow Safari. (See 'Practical Information' for more details of this tour.)

Included meals: 
Half board
Day 5 - Southern Palms
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If you ent on the diving excursion yesterday, you can spend today taking a bit easier by taking in the the stunning beach and the amazing views while topping up your tan.

Otherwise you could burn some energy by visiting the resort's fully equipped gym - the choice is yours.

Included meals: 
Half Board
Day 6 - Southern Palms
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After the morning relaxing on the beach why not head into Mombasa for lunch and take the famous Tamarind dhow lunchtime cruise? (See 'Practical Information' for more details of this excursion)  

Included meals: 
Half board
Day 7 - Southern Palms
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Today is your last full day so make sure you relax and eat some good food! You could also take a stroll down the beach and enjoy a drink or two at one of the many beach restaurants or bars.

Don't forget to make time to enjoy your last African sunset.

Included meals: 
Half board
Day 8 - Depart
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Today it is time to say goodbye to this coastal paradise.

You will be transferred back to the Moi International Airport in Mombasa in time for your scheduled flight back to Nairobi’s Wilson airport. On arrival at the airport you will be met by an Albatros Travel representative and transferred to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in time for your flight home.

Dates and prices
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Included in the price: 
  • Half board accommodation
  • Domestic airfare:  Nairobi/Mombasa/Nairobi
  • Transfer from and to Mombasa International Airport
  • All government taxes
Excluded from the price: 
  • International airfares
  • Tips and gratuities to hotel staff and porters
  • Drinks
  • Laundry
  • Medical expenses
  • Excursions (see 'Practical Information' for prices)
  • Personal expenses such as telephone and postage

Practical information

Excursions. We recommend the following excursions during your stay at Southern Palms. These are not included in the price of the stay.

The Paradise Divers – Wasini Dhow Safari. You will be picked up from  your hotel and driven to the tiny fishing  village of Shimoni through the villages found under Coconut, Cashewnut, Mango trees and other evergreen vegetation. You will also have a view of mangrove forests. On arrival at Shimoni (the place of the cave) you  will be met by the crew who will brief you and  then welcome you  for a guided visit to the historical slave cave before being taken  to the dhow. You will be warmly ushered into the boat and served with drinks. While cruising in a Swahili dhow (starting  from the jetty at 08.30hrs) around the Wasini Island and its environs on your way to  the Kenya’s famous Marine National Park (Kisite Park) you  will have a very good chance of spotting  and swimming with dolphins depending  on sea conditions. At the marine park, you  will have a  chance  to snorkel  on the shallow and protected reef. After snorkeling and dolphin spotting, you  will be welcomed  to the restaurant  which is  situated at a position  giving  you a  full view of the Wasini  Channel. Here you  will be served  with a drink and offered a selection from the buffet menu.

You will  start with the famous Swahili soup served with chapattis and then  the main course composed  of mainly fresh sea food influenced by vegetarian Swahili cuisine. Chicken is also available  incase  you don’t eat  fish. After lunch, you will relax on  Funzi  chairs while sipping tea or coffee. You can also visit the village in Wasini Island at no extra  cost.With all what  you will see  and experience, the time will then come to say goodbye to the historic Wasini Island. Price $130 per person.

 

Mombasa City Tour. This includes a visit to the old town with its maze of narrow twisting streets, the former slave market and dhow harbor. You could also visit Fort Jesus which was built by the Portuguese in 1593 and is now a museum. Price $140 per person

 

Tamarind dhow lunchtime cruise. The lunchtime cruise departs from the Tamarind jetty at.1.00 pm, and cruises gently up the Tudor Creek to a quiet spot where the dhow moors. Lunch consists of a delicious Tamarind seafood platter with a selection of Kenya's wonderful seafood or a prime fillet steak followed by a fresh tropical fruit - salad and rounded off with Kenyan coffee and halwa.  The dhow returns to the jetty at 3.00pm. This luxurious experience is a must, and a truly unique way of seeing Mombasa. Price $80 per person

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