COASTAL RETREATS. At trip to the coast really is the ultimate way to relax and watersports help work up your appetite!

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1 COASTAL RETREATS Welcome to the Kenyan Coast! The warm waters and tropical climate of DIani and Malindi make these ideal bases for RVA s coastal retreats and surf-camps. From here we run exciting, water-based adventures taking you underneath, over the top and into the waves. Learn to surf, dive, snorkel, SUP and sea kayak and soak up some sunshine on the beautiful white beaches. We get fresh seafood delivered to our doorstep on a daily basis and the chef whips up some magical, healthy delights. RVA at the coast operates from two pristine locations. Right on the beach, just where you want to be! Ngomeni Surf and Dive Adventure Camp is our north coast destination and Matisuto house on the south coast. At trip to the coast really is the ultimate way to relax and watersports help work up your appetite!

2 Where to stay... NGOMENI SURF & DIVE ADVENTURE CAMP Situated on the shores of a classic white beach our surf camp is a relaxed base to not only surf but also explore the North Coast of Kenya, 24 kilometres and a 30 minute drive north of Malindi. Ngomeni has the following facilities: Barbecue Large communal dining area under shade netting Shared shower and bathroom Onsite staff to assist Kerosene Lanterns We do have a generator to charge phones, camera batteries etc. ACCOMODATION: Kajama Beach Bandas are rustic and really chilled bandas (coconut palm thatched room) on a beautiful secluded beach. Kajama consists of five bandas that are built on stilts with a palm-thatched roof, wood floor and a private veranda to chill at sunset. The bandas are set in a peaceful tropical garden facing miles and miles of empty beaches. Every banda faces the ocean and can sleep up to five people. We also have safari overflow comfortable tented accommodation with mattresses, pillows and nets that increases the camp capacity to 80 pax. FOOD: You will find some of the following dishes on our menu; calamari, grilled mixed seafood platter, crab and coconut soup, fresh catch of the day, various meat and seafood stir-fries, penne crab, spaghetti vongole, and more. There is a bar area where beer is served nice and cold. LOUNGE: Guests lounge on large comfortable cushions around the bar or on our loft lounge overlooking the beach and offering a gentle breeze. Sunbeds and oversized lounge daybeds invite you on the beach. MATISUTO HOUSE, DIANI Matisuto House is a classic 1950 s beach house situated on ten forested acres in the middle of beautiful Diani Beach on the south coast of Kenya. With resident wildlife, tall trees and a relaxed setting, the comfortable and simple accommodation offers a great base to explore the Indian Ocean from your doorstep! It consists of: Four bedrooms capacity of eight Fans in room, no A/C Privacy guaranteed Views over the ocean from verandah 2 x double sit on top kayaks 1 hot water shower, 2 cold water showers Please note the house has simple accommodation, was built in 1950, has no A/C and is certainly not a spa. It is a great base to do watersports from.

3 Adventure Activities SURF SCHOOL We will have you up and surfing in as little as one hour. Diani has great, friendly swell for beginners learning to surf. All beginners are taught on long-boards and may advance to Mini Malibu s or short-boards once they have mastered the basic skills. Class duration is up till 2 hours long or until we get you up and riding. The beginner surfer is generally up and riding by the end of the first lesson. LASER & NGWALA SAILING Ngalawa is a local version of a catamaran made from a hollowed out kapok tree. It is very steady boat that is perfect for learning how to sail inside of the reef. Our Laser is perfect for learning to sail on inside the main reef. KITE SURFING With in shore winds and the warm coastal water the Kenyan coast is perfect for kite surfing and other wind water sports.

4 CANOE SURFING Have some fun on the shore breaks surfing two up our inflatable duckies. Great fun and your paddling skills will improve out of sight. SEA KAYAKING Grab the kayaks and head out into the big blue to tackle the waves and enjoy the warm weather and truquoise waters. SNORKELLING Being lined by a coral reef the Kenyan coast is ideal for beginner divers with warm tropical waters: a fringing reef providing clear lagoons with little current and a wonderful array of fish and coral species. SCUBA DIVING What can I say, it s a great place for it. SxScuba will operate diving out of Diani. FISHING Whether it s a hand line in the lagoon or towing a lure behind our sea canoes there is ample opportunity to catch a fish. MOUNTAIN BIKING Diani is full of brilliant mountain biking trails and wide, long flat beaches at low tide that are hard packed for cycling.

5 Relief Activities CULTURE Kenya s coast is rich with culture and heritage. It is a place where Arabs and Africans lived together and created a new culture, unique only to the coast province of Kenya. Taking time to explore the historical sites and mix with the people in this facsinating and beautiful part of Kenya is a must! We explore the ancient Gedi ruins or the monumental Fort Jesus that served as the main hub for trading goods, a prison for slaves, and most importantly protecting the Portuguese from conflicts with locals and threatening foreign battalions. SHOPPING We speak with the fisherman, who s livelyhood depends on the ocean we use for our enjoyment and buy fresh fish caught hours before. Sushi anyone? Or wander the colourful market places that lie scattered along the beach. COMMUNITY Take time to meet the children from local schools, get involved by teaching English, playing sport with the kids or simply sharing stories from your life which the kids will find truelly fascinating. RVA aslo runs its Schools for Communities program down here at the coast, where through the raising of funds we spend time building classrooms and painting or repairing buildings for the children. RELAX At the end of each day there really is no better way to relax than wiggling your toes into the beach sand and toasting marshmellows over the fire under the incredible African stars.

6 Sample Itinerary Day 1: Arrive Arrive Moi Airport Mombasa, transfer to Diani via van, settle in, dinner. Day 2: Sea Activity In house try sea kayaking out to the main reef across the lagoon and catch small waves alongside our instructors or learn how to sail a laser in the prefect inshore lagoon. For those more adventurous we can take our zodiac outside the reef and find some waves to surf on. SCUBA Diving, windsurfing, kite surfing, either courses, lessons, hire or ½ day trips can be arranged at an extra cost. Day 3: Dhow Trip, Kisite Marine N.P. Full day to Kisite Marine National Park aboard a local dhow, snorkeling over reefs, recovering from the bleaching in Snorkel with qualified marine guides who will teach and guide you whether you are a complete beginner or experienced snorkeler. The reefs now host a large variety of fish and coral and regular turtle and dolphin siting s add to the beautiful and relaxed scene. For certified divers, dives can be arranged from the dhow, please advise in advance. Fun dives are offered for those without certification or diving for the first time. (SCUBA dives at extra cost) Kisite Marine Park is home to dolphins and sightings occur on average 6 days out of 7. After snorkeling, sample a lunch with sumptuous sea food, fresh crab and fillet fish, or delicious grilled chicken all prepared Swahili style on Wasini Island. Day 4: Sea Activity Choose an activity as outlined above in the morning, before packing up after lunch and transfer to Moi Airport, Mombasa highlights A dhow trip to Kisite Marine Reserve allows you experience sea travel the ways Kenyans have for years! Along the way dolphins are often spotted swimming alongside the dhow and once you have reached the park the beautiful clear water and tropical colours are mind blowing and unforgettable!

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