The Coast , Kenya
Tucked away on an unspoilt island in the Indian Ocean, yet just 15 minutes by air from Mombasa, this is a scene of beautiful seclusion and natural landscape. Surrounded by water with glorious views of the African sunset, nine of the 17 individually designed, roomy cottages are positioned along the high-water line and blend unobtrusively with the idyllic beachfront setting. Life can be utterly relaxing or more energetic - it's your choice. Watch the sun go down in total privacy from the Jacuzzi with its spectacular sea view. Or perhaps take to the water for some sailing, fishing, scuba-diving or an unforgettable glimpse of kingfishers and dolphins.
Nairobi or Mombasa
8 hours 30 minutes non-stop
GMT +3 hours
Required for UK passport holders
Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an endemic area
December - March, July - October
Kenya's equatorial location ensures warm weather year round, though it can be cool at night and first thing in the morning. There are two rain seasons, the long rains occur from April to June and short rains from October to December. The rainfall is sometimes heavy and when it does come it often falls in the afternoons and evenings. The hottest period is from February to March and coldest in July to August.