Accommodation: Gecko Hotel Diani
Meal Plan: Half Board (Breakfast & Dinner)
Style: Leisure + Cultural + Marine Excursions
Day 1: Arrival in Diani – Relax & Unwind
Pick-up from Ukunda Airstrip (5 mins) or Moi International Airport, Mombasa (2 hrs.).Private vehicle to Gecko Hotel Diani.
Hotel Check-in: Welcome, room orientation, and time to freshen up.
Afternoon: Leisure at the resort → enjoy the pool, beach loungers, or a sunset walk on Diani Beach.
Evening: Dinner at the Gecko Restaurant.
Overnight: Gecko Hotel Diani. https://mangrohotels.com/
Day 2: Full-Day Wasini Island Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour
07:00 AM: Breakfast at Gecko Hotel.
07:30 AM: Pick-up for Wasini Island excursion → drive along the scenic coastal road to Shimoni Jetty.
09:00 AM: Board a traditional dhow boat to Kisite – Mpunguti Marine Park.
Activities:
Dolphin spotting in the open waters.
Snorkeling at the coral reefs (equipment provided).
Marine life viewing (turtles, tropical fish, colorful corals).
01:00 PM: Lunch on Wasini Island (fresh seafood, vegetarian options available).
03:30 PM: Sail back to Shimoni, return drive to Diani.
05:00 PM: Arrive at Gecko Resort, relax at the pool or beach.
Evening: Dinner & overnight stay at Gecko Resort.
Day 3: Gazi Mangrove Boardwalk & Village Cultural Tour
07:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.
08:30 AM: Depart for Gazi Bay (approx. 45 minutes’ drive).
Activities:
Guided mangrove boardwalk through the forest, birdwatching, and eco-conservation talk.
Visit the Gazi Women’s Mangrove Boardwalk Project (community initiative).
Cultural interaction with villagers to learn about Swahili traditions and the fishing lifestyle.
Lunch at Gazi (local Swahili dishes).
Return to Gecko Resort → afternoon free for swimming and beach time.
Evening: Dinner & overnight stay at Gecko Resort.
Day 4: Glass Bottom Boat Tour & Marine Adventure
08:00 AM: Breakfast at Gecko Hotel.
09:00 AM: Pick-up for glass bottom boat excursion.
Activities:
View the underwater coral gardens and fish through the glass panel.
Optional snorkeling & swimming stops.
Short beach walk and sunbathing.
12:30 PM: Lunch at Robinson island.
02:00 PM: Return to hotel for relaxation.
Evening: Dinner & overnight at Gecko Resort.
Day 5: Kongo River Sunbathing
07:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 AM: Transfer to the Kongo River where it meets the Indian Ocean (a hidden gem near Diani).
Activities:
Relaxing on sandbanks, sunbathing, and photography.
Swimming in the calm river waters.
Optional canoe ride or beach walk.
01:00 PM: Lunch at Congo River beach restaurant.
03:00 PM: Leisure time by the water before returning to Gecko.
Evening: Dinner & overnight stay at Gecko Resort.
Day 6: Leisure Day – Relax & Explore Diani
Morning: Breakfast at Gecko Hotel.
Full Day Options (free or optional at extra cost):
Hotel Relaxation: Swim in the pool, lounge at the beach, spa & massage.
Adventure Activities (optional): Skydiving over Diani, quad biking, deep-sea fishing, or kite surfing.
Exploration: Visit Diani Shopping Centre, craft markets, or Colobus Conservation Centre.
Afternoon: Leisure and relaxation at the hotel.
Evening: Dinner at Gecko Resort & overnight stay.
Day 7: Departure
Morning: Breakfast at Gecko Resort.
08:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Check-out and transfer
Package Inclusions
6 nights’ accommodation at Gecko Hotel Diani (Half Board: Breakfast & Dinner).
Airport/airstrip transfers (arrival & departure).
Excursions with transport:
Wasini Island Dolphin Tour + Lunch.
Gazi Mangrove Boardwalk + Lunch.
Glass Bottom Boat Trip + Lunch.
Congo River Excursion + Lunch.
Professional English-speaking guide.
Snorkeling equipment & marine park fees.
Exclusions
International & domestic flights.
Lunches not mentioned.
Optional activities (skydiving, spa, quad biking, kite surfing).
Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, drinks not in meal plan).