Malindi Kenya, which is known for being the "cleanest town in Kenya", is a wonderful African beach destination where visitors can enjoy a fun, interesting, and relaxing getaway. Centrally located on the Kenyan coast, Malindi is within a couple hours of Mombasa and a short flight or seven-hour bus ride from Lamu, both of which are also top Kenya vacation destinations. Malindi holidays are extremely popular with Italian tourists, though more and more people across the globe are becoming aware of all that this coastal city has to offer. Besides enjoying time at a Malindi beach, many visitors like to entertain the Malindi scuba and snorkeling possibilities. Dining in Malindi is also a top pursuit for those on Malindi holidays, and you′ll enjoy a vast array of fares here, both local and international. The renowned woodcarvers that call Malindi Kenya home can whittle up something special for interested visitors.
 

Malindi conjures up visions of a great historic town that has journeyed through ages. The culture, economy and general setup of any given place changes with time, and Malindi has journeyed through these eras with much pomp and flair from the time of the early Chinese and Arab traders to the Portuguese sailors and later on to European settlers who alongside other investors have transformed Malindi into a reputable destination of tourism importance. Yet there is still much warmth and hospitality of the people of Kenya experience here in Malindi.

Their friendliness and welcoming attitude among others is a charm that cannot be rivaled in any other tourist destination the world over. Malindi is known for its culinary prowess with its restaurants, hotels, coffeehouses and other eating places offering a wide range of cuisines ranging from local flavors to international cuisines. The revival of the architectural industry and carpentry specializing in local wood artifacts is something to be savored by all visitors.

Malindi has 155 kilometres of coastline with idyllic silver beaches fringed with swaying palm trees, Casuarinas and frangipani. The beaches are extensive and provide panoramic views of the ocean. The beaches are a paradise of sun and sand and protected from the sea marauders by wall of fringing reef.