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ContentsContentsMessage from the Chairman 3

Foreword by CEO 4

Introduction 5

People, Landscape & Community Conserved Areas 5

EK Coast Eco-rated Facilities 10

EK Coast Corporate Members 17

EK Coast CBOs Members 35

Individual Members 45

Emergency Numbers 46

Date of Publication: June 2012

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It is my pleasure to welcome you to the first Coast

edition of the Ecotourism Kenya Member’s Guide,

which comes at an opportune time as Ecotourism

Kenya sets about to launch its Coast regional office

at Diani, Ukunda in April 2012.

The new Tourism Act focuses on diversification of

tourism products within all regions in Kenya. There-

fore, the Guide is a brief showcase of EK members at

the coast and their diverse products. This Guide will

provide useful information about the key attractions in the Kenyan coast tour-

ism circuit. It strives to direct individuals and groups interested to visit and

invest in the preservation of the pristine beaches, premium hotels business, and

vibrant partnerships with community tourism enterprises, and also in discover-

ing the diverse marine life that the Kenyan coast has to offer.

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Ecotourism Kenya, as ask for your

indulgence in our program activities at the Kenya Coast. We value your input

and interest in promoting the Kenyan coast as a premium ecotourism destina-

tion. Please let us know how best to serve your interests in responsible and

sustainable tourism.

Karibuni nyote!

Andrew MuigaiChairman, Ecotourism Kenya Executive Board

Message from ChairmanMessage from Chairman

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Welcome to the 2012 Ecotourism Kenya Coast

Members Guide.

The Kenyan Coastline is globally popular with tour-

ists because of its long, beautiful, and sunny beaches,

exquisite marine life and the surrounding breathtak-

ing wilderness adorned by unique wildlife, landscapes

and sceneries. Visitors awe at the rich Swahili and Mi-

jikenda cultures intertwined with historical artifacts

dating back more than 10 centuries ago.

Since its formation, Ecotourism Kenya has worked closely with other tourism

stakeholders to promote responsible and sustainable tourism practices in the

coastal region. This includes assessing tourism accommodation facilities for

compliance to ecotourism best practices. In addition, Ecotourism Kenya is keen

to diversify the Kenyan tourism products through linking local community tour-

ism enterprises with tour operators and tourism accommodation facilities.

This guide is a showcase of ecotourism efforts along the Kenya coastline. Also,

it is an important source of overview information about the activities of Eco-

tourism Kenya members. Also it will serve as a reference point for stakehold-

ers keen on promoting ecotourism, responsible and sustainable tourism in the

country.

We have now westablished the Coast outreach Office to serve Ecotourism Kenya

members better and to promote ecotourism best practice in the region while

facilitating meaningful partnerships among stakeholders at the Coast. We hope

this development will contribute significantly to improving the Kenyan tourism

product.

Karibu Ecotourism Pwani!!!

Kahindi LekalhaileCEO, Ecotourism Kenya

ForewordForeword

The Coast tourism circuit is defined by the region along the Kenyan coastline

that includes Mombasa, Diani, Lamu and Malindi areas, as well as Taita- Taveta

County in the hinterland with 62% of its land occupied by the Tsavo National

Parks. This edition of Ecotourism Kenya’s Coastal Guide consists of different

categories of Ecotourism Kenya members located within the Coast tourism

circuit. The categories are, namely: Eco-rated facilities, Accommodation facili-

ties, Tour operators and destination management companies, Community-based

tourism enterprises and , and Individuals.

Brief History And PeopleThe Kenyan coast earned its place on the world map over 800 years ago, as a

trading centre for merchants from India, the Eastern Mediterranean, Arabia

and the Persian Gulf. These merchants came to the area courtesy of the Kaskazi

and Kusi, the north east and south east trade winds, respectively. Their items

of trade included gold, animal skins and horns, fruits, spices, and slaves .Over

time these merchants settled along the coastal strip and intermingled with the

African inhabitants, leading to the emergence of settlements that grew into

established towns.

The coastal region was dominated by foreign tribes from different countries

and kingdoms- Portuguese (15th-16th centuries), Turks (16th century), Arabs

(18th – 19th centuries) and finally the British colonialists in the early and mid-

20th century.

Intermarriage with foreigners led to the emergence of the Swahili people and

culture, which constitute most of the Kenya coastal societies today. The language

spoken is Kiswahili, a hybrid linqua franca between the locals and foreigners;

the predominant religion is Islam.

The Swahili culture and mixed heritage dominates the lifestyle of the Swahili,

the Mijikenda, immigrants from other regions in Kenya and from other countries

(such as Italy and Germany) who constitute the coastal population today.

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IntroductionIntroduction

Landscape And ClimateThe coastal region consists of low plains with hills and woodlands, within sec-

tions such as Taita-Taveta and Tana River. Here the main activities are commer-

cial cultivation of sugar cane and paddy rice, particularly in Tana River, and the

cultivation of maize and rearing of livestock in Taita-Taveta. Along the coastline

the economic activities are more diverse, apart from the cultivation of sisal,

coconut, cashewnut and sugarcane.

Trade is a significant industry at the Coast as the region is home to the Kilindini

harbor, the main point entry for goods destined for Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda,

Central Africa and Southern Sudan. A second port has been proposed in Lamu

to supplement the transit of goods and commodities to the export region.

The climate at the coast is tropical and humid, with the average temperatures

being around 28°C.

The Kenya coast is the backbone of the country’s tourism industry, accounting

for over 60% of foreign tourism each year. Tourists enjoy visiting the exquisite

beach hotels and resorts, and indulge heartedly in watersports such as snorkel-

ing and sport fishing in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, while admiring the

mangrove forests and diverse marine life resident in the coral reefs in Malindi,

Watamu Bay and Lamu in the north and islands such as Shimoni in the south

parts.

The region also has 6 terrestrial and marine parks and 11 national reserves.

Among these are the Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks, the largest in

Kenya.

For those looking to know more about the inhabitants’ history and culture the

Coast is replete with prehistoric sites and monuments such as Fort Jesus in

Mombasa and Gede ruins in Malindi, and festivals such as Maulid in Lamu.

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Community Conserved AreasFollowing a recent study conducted by Ecotourism Kenya, community conserved

areas at the Coast are divided into 2 categories:

1. Community conservancies

2. Sacred forests (Makaya, plural word in Mijikenda language)

ConservanciesThere are 6 community-owned conservancies at the Coast:

- 3 in Lamu (Kibodo Trust, Kipini Wildlife and Botanical Conservancy, Kuruwitu

Community Marine Sanctuary),

- 2 in Taita Taveta (Lumo Wildlife Conservancy, Mwaluganje Elephant

Sanctuary)

- 1 in Tana River (Ishaqbini Hirola Community Conservancy)

Sacred forestsThe most prevalent community conserved areas are the makaya (sing: kaya).

These are forests and woodlands in the coastal plains and hills that are deemed

sacred by the Mijikenda, a community made up of 9 sub-groups: the Chonyi,

Digo, Duruma, Giriama, Jibana, Kambe, Kauma Rabai and Ribe.

There are 63 makaya, 23 in Kilifi and 40 in Kwale. Together they occupy a total

of about 7920 acres.

These are sacred forests and shrines whereby it is still considered taboo to cut

the trees and vegetation around the makaya; this has led to their preservation

of several rare or endangered plant species to the present day. The makaya are

currently regarded as Important Bird Areas by Nature Kenya, with 42 of them

having been recognized as national monuments by the National Museums of

Kenya and 5 as national reserves by the Kenya Wildlife Service.

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Kenya Tourism Private Sector Contacts

Mombasa and Coast Tourism AssociationCorner of Moi Avenue and Aga Khan

Road

P.O. Box 99596, Mombasa

Tel: +254 (0) 412225428.

Mobile: +254 (0) 722475796

Email: [email protected]

Website: www. kenyacoast.net

Kenya Association of Hotel Keepers and Caterers (KAHC)Heidelberg House 2nd Level, Mom-

basa Road

P.O. Box 9977-00100 Nairobi

Tel: +254 (0) 20

6004419/6002538


Website: www.kahc.co.ke

Kenya Association of Tour Operations (KATO) Coast BranchRalli House , 3rd Fl. Nyerere Avenue

P.O. Box 80317-80100

Mombasa

Tel/Fax: +254 (0) 41 2315954

Email:[email protected]

Webmail: www.katokenya.org

Pubs, Entertainment & Restaurants Association of Kenya (PERAK) Coast NSSF Building 8th level, Nkrumah

Road, Mombasa

P.O. Box 83378-80100 Mombasa

Tel: +254 (0) 412228208/ (0)

20604419

Mobile: +254 (0) 722 942054


Website: www.perakkenya.co.ke

Kenya Association of Travel AgentsKATO Place Longonot Road Upper-

hill

P.O. Box 10290 – 00100 Nairobi

Tel: +254 (20) 2731475/6, +254

202 486563

Fax: +254 (20) 2731478


Website: www.katakenya.org

Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO)Wilson Airport, Langata Road


Tel: +254 (0) 20

6006914/6001165

Mobile: +254 (0) 711 983441/737

659529


Kenya Tourism Federation (KTF)KWS Complex, Langata Road


Tel: +254 (0) 20 600476/8001000

Mobile: +254 (0) 722

0747564/738617499


Website: www.ktf.co.ke

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Kenya Tourism Government Offices Contacts

Kenya Tourist Board (KTB)Coast Office

Moi International Airport

P.O Box 30630 – 00100 NAIROBI

Tel: +254 (0)20 230 4455

Email: [email protected], [email protected]

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)Mama Ngina Drive

P.O. Box 82144 – 80100 MOMBASA

Tel: +254 (0)57 2500136, (0)20 231 2744/5

Fax: +254 (0)20 222 2612


Ministry Of Tourism Lamu Tourist Office

Tel : +254 (0)42 633 132

[email protected]

Malindi Tourist Office

P. O. Box 421 MALINDI

Tel: +254 (0)42 206 89

[email protected]

Mombasa Tourist Office

P. O. Box 80091 Mombasa

Tel: +254 (0)41 231 5959

[email protected]

Campi ya KanziThe “Camp of the Hidden Treasure” is an eco-lodge that lies on the slopes of Chyulu Hills, facing Mount Kilimanjaro. It is situated within Kuku Group Ranch, a 280,000-acre privately-owned Maasai Reserve that contains various habitats, and a great array of wildlife and birdlife.

This pioneer of real ecotourism offers a classic luxury safari experience while caring for wilderness, wildlife and culture. Campi ya Kanzi is built from local materials and uses solar technology to supply hot water and

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electricity to its 6 luxury tented cottages and 2 tented suites.

Campi ya Kanzi prides itself on creating a totally relaxed atmosphere. Approaching the game will be the highlight of your safari, through classic game drives and a game walk accompanied by a professional Maasai guide and tracker.

P.O. Box 236 - 90128 Mtito Andei | Tel: +254 (0)20 600 5450 E-mail: [email protected] www.maasai.com

Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

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Baobab Beach Resort and SpaThe Baobab Beach Resort and Spa is set within 80 acres of tropical rain gar-dens, overlooking the Indian Ocean. An oasis of tranquillity, the resort is made up of 3 luxurious properties (Baobab, Maridadi and Kole Kole), each offering various accommodation levels and won-derful views of the Indian ocean along-side the resort’s gardens.

Facilities include 3 all-inclusive and 2 à la carte restaurants, the Afya Bora

Wellness Club & Spa, 3 swimming pools, fully equipped gymnasium, and nightly entertainment at the Porini Ampitheatre.

The resort is committed to implementing best environmental practices and is dedicated to protecting the environment, for instance through extensive use of solar power.P.O. Box 32-80400, Ukunda | Tel: +254 (0)20 205 7093-8 | Fax: +254 (0)20 205 7092E-mail: [email protected] | www.baobab-beach-resort.com

Located in the heart of Tsavo West National Park, with its huge popula-tion of elephants, Kilaguni Serena (est. 1962) was the first lodge to be built in a national park, and has long been a favourite of international tourists. Kila-guni stands on a ridge with magnificent views of the Chyulu Hills at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro.

The hotel has 56 bedrooms and a ter-race from which guests can view spec-tacular African sunsets. The waterhole is said to offer the finest viewing of sa-vannah game in Kenya. At night, guests can listen to buffalo and elephant graz-ing outside their bedrooms.

Activities include game drives, excur-sions to the Rhino Sanctuary, Chaimu

Lava Floor, Sheitani Lava, Roaring Rocks which is a volcanic hill forma-tion with caves and rocks, and Mzima Springs with its crystal-clear water welling up from volcanic rocks and resi-dent hippos and crocodiles.Kilaguni became part of the Serena Ho-tels group in 1999.P.O. Box 48690 - 00100, Nairobi | Tel: +254 (0)45 340 000 | Fax: +254 (0w)45 622 470E-mail: [email protected] | www.serenahotels.com

KizingoKizingo is a secluded and tranquil escape from the modern world, is situated at one end of a 12-kilometre beach in Lamu that stretches from Kizingo to the village of Shela, known as the “fashionable capital” of the Coastal region.

Kizingo is strongly committed to conservation, ecologically sound practices and a symbiotic relationship with the local community. The construction of Kizingo was assisted by the knowledge

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Kipungani ExplorerKipungani Explorer’s 13 spacious ban-das are shaded by palm trees that line the 600-metre beachfront of Kipungani Bay, Swahili for “place of fresh air”. The lodge is accessible via boat, after a 90-minute flight from Nairobi, Mom-

basa or Malindi to the nearby Manda Island. Each banda is constructed en-tirely from local material, with a veran-da facing the Indian Ocean.

The lodge offers a freshwater swimming pool, watersports such as waterskiing and kayaking in the Kipungani Channel, and visits to Lamu’s historic buildings, boat-building and mat-weaving industries.

Kipungani Explorer is actively involved in beach clean-ups, and in creating awareness on conservation of coral and marine life.P.O. Box 74888-00200, Nairobi, Kenya | Tel: +254 (0)20 210 3454/3484/3445, (0)20 815 7810Fax: +254 (0)20 444 6600/6533 | Cell: +254 (0)722 205 894 / (0)733 411 105Email: [email protected]://www.heritage-eastafrica.com/beach-holiday/voyager-beach-resort-mombasa

and experience of villagers and locally produced materials such as mangrove poles, star palm leaves and coconut palms were used to help the lodge blend into the landscape. Hot water and most of the electricity is produced by solar panels, whereas shower water and kitchen grey water are recycled to grow plants and trees.

P.O. Box 138 - 80500, Lamu | Tel: +254 (0)733 954 770 | Cell: +254 (0)722 901 544E-mail: [email protected] | www.kizingo.com

Serena Beach Hotel and Spa

Severin Safari CampSeverin Safari Camp is situated in Tsavo West National Park about 250 km from Mombasa and Nairobi. It is easily accessible by car or plane.

This unfenced camp provides an apt integration into nature, balanced with man through the Massai warriors who provide round-the-clock security.

Lions, buffalos, “red” elephants, leopards and countless bird species wandering around the waterhole can be viewed from the camp’s 27 suites and 8 self-catering bandas. Mzima Springs teeming with crocodiles and hippos is 10 km away from the camp. From the Poacher’s Lookout guests can enjoy the endless vastness of the National Park.

Water from the camp’s waste water treatment plant is used to maintain its 25-hectare lawn.

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Styled to resemble an ancient Swahili village, the Serena Beach Hotel & Spa is set in extensive palm-shaded grounds and centred on a sky-blue swimming pool with a thatched bar and crystal waters cascading into a tiled market square.

Within easy reach of the white sands and sparkling waters of Mombasa National Marine Park, the 164-room hotel offers an oasis of tranquillity while delivering a unique mix of high-action water sports, sybaritic sun worship, world-class safaris and vibrant nightlife.

Evening entertainment includes dancing, live bands and traditional Swahili nights with music and food. 3 restaurants,

including an open-air restaurant, are set amid palm trees for picturesque dinners under the stars.P.O. Box 90352 - 80100, Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)41 548 5721/2/3 | Fax: +254 (0)41 548 5453E-mail: [email protected] | www.ser-enahotels.com

Severin Safari Camp supports the Kenya Wildlife Service’s initiatives through payment of its lease and the guests’ Park fees. Since 2009 it has invested in rhino conservation as a technical observatory centre, and by maintaining its feed resources program.P.O. Box 82169-80100 Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)41 548 5001/5 | Fax: +254 (0)41 548 5212E-mail: [email protected] | www.severin-kenya.com

Subira HouseLocated in the heart of Lamu Old town, this 200-year-old building belonged to the Omani Busaidi family until 1970. It was later purchased in 1990, restored and

extended into a small hotel with 7 double rooms.

The hotel operates a small shop for local handicraft. Organically grown indigenous vegetables and fresh seafood are used to prepare meals in its small restaurant, which accommodates a maximum of 12 diners.

Subira House endeavours to help its visitors experience the unique culture and traditions of Lamu; activities of interest include dhow sailing trips, kayaking excursions, shamba tours, long walks or donkey rides and religious and cultural festivals.

Subira House’s design reflects the local Swahili culture; the walls are preserved using beeswax and

water management system is seen in the hotel’s use of traditional non-water toilets. The management is actively involved in supporting the local community in waste management, through the “Lamu Safi” project.P.O. Box 341 - 80500, Lamu | Tel: +254(0)726 916 686 | Email: [email protected]

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Severin Sea LodgeAttention to detail is the hallmark of the Severin brand, and Severin

Sea Lodge is one of the coast’s best presented properties. The lodge is located in a delightful setting on the endless white sandy beaches of Bamburi, and its accommodation is made up of makuti-roofed rondavels set in lush tropical gardens.

Guests can dine at the romantic Johari roof terrace or aboard the property’s ancient Imani dhow. The lodge has 2 swimming pools and its own diving school with PADI-registered instructors. Snorkelling and windsurfing are also available. For the less adventurous, there is a glass-bottomed boat.

Severin Sea Lodge uses solar energy for heating water throughout all the rooms, and laundry water is preheated from waste heat. The lodge contributes to the maintenance of the Bamburi nature trail by paying part of its lease, and is involved in collaborative efforts with the local community to clean Bamburi beach on a monthly basis.P.O. Box 82169-80100, Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)41 548 5001/5 | Fax: +254 (0)41 548 5212E-mail: [email protected] | www.severin-kenya.com

Turtle Bay Beach ClubTurtle Bay Beach Club is situated next to the Watamu National Marine Park, 110 km from Mombasa International Airport and 25km form Malindi Airport.

This hotel is the leading player in the all-inclusive holiday market, and has proved popular with both families and couples seeking quality accommodation, fun and entertainment; it has been voted by Tripadvisor as one of the best family hotels in Africa.

All 145 en-suite rooms are air-conditioned, ranging from club rooms,

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Lamu-style rooms to spacious ocean-front rooms with direct access to the beach. The stay includes all meals and domestic drinks; buffet meals in the main dining room, à la carte menu in the Blue Turtle Restaurant, and light meals and snacks in the Pizza Garden.

Turtle Bay offers tennis, bird-watching, water sports in the Marine Park, diving lessons in the pool, and scuba diving at the reef which is accessible by a 10-minute boat ride.P.O. Box 80202 Mida Creek Road, Watamu | Tel: +254 (0)42 32003/32080/32226/32622Cell: +254 (0)721 836 604, (0)734 601 066 | Email: [email protected]

Voyager Beach ResortVoyager Beach Resort is located along Nyali Road, 10 kilometres north of Mombasa city. Established in 1996, the resort is made up of 236 cabins and suites and is open throughout the year. The rooms are built with private balconies that provide spectacular views of the ocean and the resort’s well-manicured lawns.

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Satao CampSatao Camp is located within the Tsavo East National Park. It is made up of 20 spacious en suite tents, each with an authentic antique writing desk, locally made beds, private bathroom, flushing toilet and washbasin, and a furnished patio.

Buffet lunch is served under a 200-year-old tamarind tree where guests may watch the elephants at the camp’s own watering-hole, while

dinner is served in the restaurant’s lounge area.

Satao Camp’s accommodation is also suitably adapted to cater for physically challenged guests. Vehicles have been modified for wheelchair users so they can sit comfortably and enjoy the experience of a lifetime.P.O. Box 90653-80100 Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)41 243 4600/3E-mail: [email protected] | www.sataocamp.com

Voyager Beach Resort offers conferencing facilities, family wings with connected cabins, 3 specialised restaurants, 4 bars, and Kenya’s finest hotel shopping arcade. Activities include watersports, glass-bottomed boat rides, guided walks along the reef, and romantic dhow safaris with picnics and sundowners.

The resort’s environmental policy is entrenched in its collaborative activities: the resort works with Haller Park and Mavuno, and its staff is engaged in monthly clean-ups of the beach and its surroundings.P.O. Box 74888-00200, Nairobi, Kenya | Tel: +254 (0)20 210 3454/3484/3445, (0)20 815 7810Fax: +254 (0)20 444 6600/6533 | Cell: +254 (0)722 205 894 / (0)733 411 105Email: [email protected]/beach-holi-day/voyager-beach-resort-mombasa16

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EK Coast Corporate Members

Coral SpiritLocated on Wasini Island (just 5km by 1km) off the shores of Kenya south coast, Coral Spirit is surrounded by nature and marine wildlife.

The area is unique for spotting dolphins, turtles and tropical fish and the company offers the very best in

private boat tours, full-day snorkeling and scuba diving tours and romantic sunset cruises.

For real adventure lovers there are excursions to Kisite-Mpunguti National Marine Park.Coral Spirit has recently opened the Coral Spirit restaurant – a sea food eaterie in Wasini which offers a rich local menu in a beautiful setting.

PO Box 437 – 80400, Ukunda | Tel: +254 (0)716 276 095; (0)716 440 223Email: [email protected] | www.coralspirit.com

HOTELS

Camp KenyaEK/CPR/003

Camp Kenya is a privately-owned UK company with ground operations in both Kenya and Tanzania.

Camp Kenya runs award-winning volunteer trips; offering a wide range of expedition programmes for school teams, gap year volunteers and adults.

All camps act as a source of local industry and employment with food produce and project materials bought locally.The company is dedicated to delivering responsible travel experiences, with an uncompromising commitment to social development, environmental and wildlife protection.PO Box 2-80400 Ukunda | Tel: +254 (0)733 604 422 | Email: [email protected]

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Hemingways ResortEK/CPR/025

For rest and relaxation, few places on earth compare to Hemingways Resort - an oasis of peace and calm nestling on one of the world’s top 10 beaches.

Simple yet luxurious, this small, very personal hotel is a vision of white painted walls, traditional thatched roofs and cool tiled floors, with bright cotton linens, hand-painted lamps and large, comfortable handmade furniture.

Hemingways Resort has two accommodation wings, one on each side of a central block which houses the

bar, restaurant, reception, shops and business centre. All of Hemingways’ rooms have a sea view, with air conditioning, fans and a private balcony or verandah to take in the picturesque panorama.

PO Box 267-80202 Watamu | Tel: +254 (0)42 233 2624 | Fax: +254 (0)42 233 2256Email: [email protected] | www.hemingways.co.ke

Diamond Beach VillageEK/CPR/106Diamond Beach Village is situated on the beach front of Manda Island, and looks over Lamu island and Shela village. It is owned and run by artist Helen Feiler and her daughter Rachael.

It offers an alternative to the standard hotel stereotype with its rustic and chilled ambience; the only form of transport is donkey or boat, both of which are an experience in themselves.

This ultimate eco-friendly resort works very closely with the local Swahili people taking into account their culture and only using local methods and materials to create a refreshing, eco-friendly, alternative style holiday.

PO Box 348-80500, Lamu | Tel: +254 (0)41 200 1717 | Cell: +254 (0)720 915 001Email: [email protected] | www.diamondbeachvillage.com

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Heritage HotelsEK/CPR/027Bringing luxurious accommodation to some of Kenya’s wilder locations has been the hallmark of the Heritage Management Company since it began life as Prestige Hotels in 1988.

Today Heritage specialises in delivering top quality service and providing first-class accommodation in and

around Kenya, with properties in the Great Rift Valley, Masai Mara, Samburu and at the coast in Mombasa and the island of Lamu.

Heritage’s business has expanded from the traditional family safari market to cover other emergent factors, from children’s safari clubs to honeymoon couples to watersports enthusiasts, business travellers and modern-day explorers.

PO Box 74888-00200 Nairobi | Tel: +254 (0)20 444 6651 | Fax: +254 (0)20 444 6600Email: [email protected] | www.heritage-eastafrica.com

Jacaranda Indian Ocean Beach ResortEK/CPR/025Jacaranda Indian Ocean Beach Resort is a luxury hotel situated 40 km south of Mombasa. Built upon the site of a 16th-century mosque, the resort has 100 air-conditioned whitewashed, makuti-roofed rooms.

Replete with Zanzibari décor, the rooms have individual balconies, with some offering a spectacular view of the beach bordering the warm turquoise water.

Exquisite culinary experiences include the Spices Restaurant for buffet breakfast and table d’hôte dinners while the Bahari Cove offers excellent seafood.

The resort also has conference facilities for groups of up to 350.

PO Box 14287-00800, Nairobi | Tel: +254 (0)20 444 8713/7Email: [email protected] | www.jacarandahotels.com

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Kenya Safari Lodges & Hotels Ltd

EK/CPR/164Kenya Safari Lodges and Hotels is a ISO 9001:2008-certified parastatal offering premium hotel and lodge accommodation at 3 locations:Mombasa Beach Hotel - a prime destination for con-ferencing and leisure on the North Coast, 10 km from Mombasa and 18 km from Moi International Airport.

Ngulia Safari Lodge in Tsavo West National Park is perched on the Ndawe Escarpment just below Ngulia Hills, overlooking the rhino sanctuary.

Voi Safari Lodge is strategically situated in Tsavo East Na-tional Park. Offering high standards of comfort and cuisine, the lodge can be easily reached by car from Voi Town on the Mombasa-Nairobi highway.

PO Box 90114-80100 Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)41 471 861-5 | Fax: (0)41 272 2059 | Cell: +254 (0)721 881 577 | Email: [email protected] | www.safari-hotels.com

Lavender Garden HotelLocated in the heart of the Taita Hills, Lavender Garden Ho-tel is surrounded by natural beauty. A 10-minute walk from the hotel leads you to Shomoto caves, one of the most strik-ing geological formations in the Taita Hills.

There is a selection of single, double and triple self-contained luxury rooms. Other facilities include a bar, gymnasium and two conference facilities with capacity to host 40 and 100 pax respectively.

The hotel’s vision is to become a market leader in communi-ty-based tourism and application of ecotourism principles.

PO Box 1295-80304, Wundanyi, Taita Hills | Tel: +254 (0)43 42 028/112Cell: +254 (0)715 876 473 | Email: [email protected]

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Medina PalmsMedina Palms is an exclusive collection of luxury villas, penthouses and apartments, next to the white beaches of the

Watamu Marine Park.

The development has been designed using the lat-est ‘green’ technologies: biodigesters are to be installed to minimise water consumption and gen-erate ‘free’ water for laundry, pools and irrigation for the gardens, significantly reducing the need to draw water from the mains supply.

Construction is done using local work force and sustainable building materials, therefore supporting local community and wildlife.

Medina Palms are founder members of SUSTAIN, an organi-sation made up of the world’s leading sustainable residential and leisure tourism developers, committed to raising aware-ness of environmental sustainability amongst the general public and developers worldwide.

P.O. Box 41159 – 00100 Nairobi | Tel: +254 (0)42 32 466 | Cell: +254 (0)733 809 987Email: [email protected] | www.medinapalms.com

Mwembe Resort Management“Mwembe” is Kiswahili for “mango tree” - a highly appro-

priate name for this resort set amidst an orchard of mango trees, 1 kilometre from the centre of Malindi.

The complex includes 38 suites (either 1- or 2-bed-roomed) all with private bathrooms, living space and verandas. Alternatively there are 12 apartments which accommodate 4-6 people. The apartments include a kitchenette, equipped with cutlery, dishes, cooker and microwave.

There are 2 swimming pools, a tennis court and a health centre with sauna, beauty and therapeutic massages.

off Lamu Road, Mtangani, Malindi | PO Box 426-80200 MalindiTel: +254 (0)42 213 0573/0576/1837 | Fax: +254 (0)42 213 0825Email: [email protected] | www.mwemberesort.com

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Patterson’s Safari CampEK/CPR/095

Patterson’s Safari Camp is situated on a historic site where, in 1898, Col John Henry Patterson was given the task of

building the Tsavo Railway Bridge. The work was hin-dered by a pair of notorious lions known as the Man-Eaters of Tsavo, which were later shot by Patterson.

Within the camp, each en-suite tent is situated along the Athi River, in the Tsavo East National Park, with its varied birdlife and game.

This eco-friendly camp uses solar-powered amenities and bucket showers. International and African cuisine is prepared with fresh locally-grown produce, to cater

to all tastes.

PO Box 10239-80101 Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)20 202 1674 | Fax: +254 (0)20 202 4552Cell: +254 (0)723 752 173; (0)733 390 787 | Email: [email protected]

Romantic HotelsRomantic Hotels is a German-owned hotel chain in Kenya

which has established it objectives based on interesting and romantic cultural values.

Among others, Romantic Hotels own the New Lamu Palace Hotel, Petley’s Inn Hotel, Sultan Palace Hotel and Palm Park Villas Apartments.

All projects are entirely built and structured away from mass tourism and with constant regard towards ecological concerns.

The interiors are of unique hand-carved antique furniture of Arab/ Swahili design.

PO Box 421-80500 Lamu | Tel: +254 (0)42 463 3164/272 | Fax: +254 (0)42 463 3104Cell: +254 (0)723 593 292 | Email: [email protected] / [email protected] | www.lamuparadiseholidays.com

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Sarova HotelsEK/CPR/127

With 8 properties located throughout the country, Sarova Hotels is one of Kenya’s leading hotel groups.

The Sarova portfolio consists of The Sarova Stanley, the flagship property which opened in 1902; Sarova Panafric, set overlooking the city of Nairobi; Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort, located in Bamburi on one of Africa’s finest beaches; Sarova Mara Game Camp; Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge; Sarova Shaba Lodge; Sarova Taita Hills Game Lodge, and Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge.

PO Box 72493-00200 Nairobi | Tel: +254 (0)20 271 3333 | Fax: +254 (0)20 271 5566Email: [email protected] | www.sarovahotels.com

Serena HotelsEK/CPR/080

Serena Hotels has luxury resorts, safari lodges and hotels in some of the world’s most exquisite and remote settings. Each property is enhanced by its unique surroundings, and expands horizons for travellers while respecting local lifestyles.

Indigenous design and materials used in construction are integrated with the most modern amenities, and complemented by exceptional service.

An ecotourism partner, Serena Hotels has initiated important environmental programmes to protect the continent’s wildlife and fragile habitats.

4th Floor, Williamson House, 4th Ngong’ Avenue | PO Box 46890-00100, NairobiTel: +254 (0)20 284 2333 | Fax: +254 (0)20 271 8100 | Email: [email protected]

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Severin KenyaEK/CPR/127

Catering for both safari adventurers and coast dwellers, Severin Kenya has 2 quality properties on superb locations:

Severin Safari Camp is in Tsavo West National Park, the largest game reserve in East Africa. The remote property is unfenced, allowing wildlife to cross the floodlit waterholes. The camp offers 27 luxurious accommodation units and 8 self-catering bandas spread over 25 hectares of bush land.

Severin Sea Lodge has a delightful setting on the white sandy beaches of Bamburi. Accommodation comprises of makuti-roofed rondavels set in lush tropical gardens. With close attention to detail, this is one of the coast’s best presented properties.

PO Box 82169-80100 Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)41 548 5001/5Email: [email protected] | www.severin-kenya.com

Sun n Sand Beach ResortEK/CPR/151

Sun n Sand is situated 28 km north of Mombasa. The resort has 300 standard, deluxe and executive rooms plus a royal

suite, all with private balconies.

The hotel’s business centre offers services as well as conference facilities, which comprise 5 meeting rooms accommodating up to 300 people.

Guests have a choice of 6 restaurants, all offering delicious cuisine.

Sports, games and other activities are available at the indoor sports centre. There is a water sports centre and a Sunshine Kids’ Club.

PO Box 2-80109 Mtwapa | Tel: +254 (0)20 205 7950/1/2/3 | Fax: +254 (0)20 205 7954Cell: +254 (0)722 204 333/799; (0)733 611 514/ 644 555 | Email: [email protected]

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Tsavo Buffalo CampThe Tsavo Buffalo Camp is situated on the edge of the Tsavo

East National Park, the largest park in Kenya and one of the most extensive in the world. The main guest area consists of an informal restaurant, a bar and a relaxation zone, all facing directly onto the banks of the River Galana, where guests can observe the animals that come to the river to drink.

Arranged around a huge bonfire, there are 10 bungalows, furnished in a simple and

functional style. Each bungalow has a bed covered with a mosquito net, plus a private bathroom.

PO Box 556-80200 Malindi | Email: [email protected] | www.malindikey.com

Vipingo RidgeEK/CPR/107

Vipingo Ridge is a 5-star residential development and golfing destination on Mombasa’s North Coast.

From the Palm and Baobab golf courses and numerous natural pathways for walkers, joggers, cyclists and horse riders, residents get to enjoy breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean along with the African interior’s stunning sunsets.

35,000 trees have been planted in the area, to revive the natural vegetation damaged by tree-felling and charcoal-burning.

Vipingo Ridge has been involved in establishing a marine conservation sanctuary, constructing

classrooms and sanitation facilities in 2 local schools and supplying clean drinking water to residents of Chodari village.

PO Box 98-80119 Vipingo, Kilifi | Tel: +254 (0)728 999 806 | Email: [email protected]

Voi Wildlife LodgeEK/CPR/053

Located on the boundary of Tsavo East National Park, offering spectacular views of the nearby volcanic outcrops,

Voi Wildlife Lodge features a uniquely designed spa overlooking a natural waterhole often attracting a rich variety of wildlife.

The lodge is 4 hours’ drive from Nairobi and 2 hours’ drive from Mombasa. The Tsavo East airstrip is 1 km from the lodge.

There are 88 fully furnished en-suite rooms with stunning views of the surrounding area and 20 luxury fully furnished en-suite tents.

The lodge has conference facilities for up to 250 people.

Warwick Centre, United Nations Avenue, Gigiri | PO Box 445-00621, Village Market, NairobiTel: +254 (0)20 712 5741/2 | Fax: +254 (0)20 712 5743Cell: +254 (0)722 201 240/ (0)734 201 240 | Email: [email protected]

PILLI PIPA DHOW SAFARITel: 0724 442555

email: [email protected]: www.pillipipa.com

Pilli Pipa operates a snorkelling and diving dhow safari to Kisite Mpuguti Marine Park, home of the dolphins, on South Coast.

Dedicated conservationists, Pilli Pipa gives priority to quality of service and safety in the water. Our beautiful dhows with inboard engines are well known for not disturbing the dolphins. The professional level of our guides is unrivalled (PADI & NAUI trained) and ensures that the coral reef is protected. Up to date snorkelling and dive equipment, buoyancy jackets, fins, masks and snorkels for adults and youngsters. For all levels of experience.

A seafood lunch of mangrove crab and freshly caught fish is served with drinks in our private garden on unspoilt Wasini Island. Eco Tourism at it’s best.

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TOUR OPERATORS AND DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANIESAdventure CentreEK/CPR/005

Adventure Centre is based in Wasini Island and owned and run by Steve & Sally Mullens who have lived in the area for over 25 years.

Services involve a wide range of activities, all of which are conducted in an eco-friendly manner. Snorkelling, scuba diving, dhow sailing and dolphin spotting are just some of the exciting facilities Adventure Centre has on offer.

The company also runs Charlie Claw’s Restaurant which is also located on Wasini Island and offers a delicious selection of seafood dishes.P.O. Box 281-80400, Wasini Island, Ukunda | Tel: +254 (0)40 320 2331/3055Cell: +254 (0)722 410 599; (0)722 205 154 | E-mail: [email protected] | www.wasini.com

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African Quest Safaris LtdEK/CPR/041

African Quest Safaris Ltd is a Kenya-based leading Destination Management Company. Run since 1994 by its founding partners, Tasneem and Taher Adamji,African Quest Safaris (AQS) believes in offering its guests a taste of the ‘real Africa’.

AQS has built its reputation on tailor-made holidays for individuals and groups alike, with great attention to detail. From its offices in Mombasa, Nairobi and Arusha, the company’s 60-strong team arranges trips, excursions and holidays in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zanzibar and Rwanda.

AQS operates a fleet of modern and customised safari vehicles, as well as 25-seater buses for large group excursions and airport transfers.P.O.Box 99265 – 80107, Mombasa. | Tel: +254 (0)41 222 7052 / 7766, (0)20 204 1852Fax: +254 (0)41 222 8746 / 231 6501 | Cell: +254 (0)723 114 911, (0)737 224 922Email: [email protected] | www.africanquest.co.ke

Bush CompanyEK/CPR/046

Bush Company is perfect for guests who wish to travel in complete comfort and opulence.

Instead of the usual tourist safari minibuses, the Bush Company uses well adapted 4x4 land Cruisers equipped with trap doors and roof openings (for ani-mal spotting) and a refrigerator for beverages.

All safaris are accompanied by expert guides/driv-ers for safaris and by a professional safari guide cer-tified by KPSGA.

A safari organized in this way is ideal for photogra-phers, or simple nature and adventure lovers wish-ing to work out a personalized itinerary without the

presence of other tourists.

PO Box 1345-80200, Malindi | Tel: +254 (0)42 31 998 | Cell: +254 (0)733 789 807Email: [email protected] | www.bushcompany.it

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Eco ResortsEK/CPR/094

Offering over 30 years of Kenyan, American and European experience in safaris, hotels, and restau-rants, the team of professionals at Eco-Resorts is dedicated to making every guest’s trip individual and memorable. This is reflected in its slogan “Changing the World - One Journey at a Time”.

Eco-Resorts is passionately involved in the devel-opment of ecotourism in East Africa. It promotes small, unique camps and lodges that are involved in assisting local communities and protecting their environment, through construction of community libraries, classrooms, orphanages, and conserva-

tion projects such as marine park conservation.

PO Box 120-80202 Watamu | Tel: +254 (0)733 618 183, (0)722 836 055Fax: +254 (0)42 233 2256 | Email: [email protected] | www.eco-resorts.com

GoAfrica Safaris & TravelEK/CPR/176

GoAfrica Safaris & Travel strives to make holidays in Kenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar possible and enjoyable for everyone,

especially those with mobility restrictions due to physical disabilities.

The firm has made tremendous progress over the last 7 years concerning disability awareness, and many stakeholders in the industry have joined them in making Kenya and East Africa accessible for trav-elers with a disability: their safari vehicles, for in-stance, are fitted with access ramps and wheelchair locking systems, and they have worked with a wide range of safari lodges, tented camps, hotels, beach

resorts and self catering cottages to incorporate wheelchair access to their facilities.P.O. Box 5410 – 80401 Diani | Tel: +254 (0)20 235 3883/4/5 | Cell: +254 (0)724 710 356Email: [email protected] | www.go-africa-safaris.com

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Kena Safaris LtdEK/CPR/145

Kena Safaris is a travel agent located on the beautiful Diani beach and specializes in holiday and safari in Kenya. It is the only travel agency in the world with its own Czech delegates

directly in Kenya throughout the year. As a result, we are able to provide best service in the Czech language at amaz-ing prices.

P. O. Box 5636-80401 Diani, Kenya | Tel: +254 (0)20 802 3906Email: [email protected], [email protected] | www.dianibikes.com

Papa Musili Safaris LtdEK/CPR/105

Papa Musili Safaris is founded on the belief that tourism should be a chance for travelers to learn and understand other cultures and environments.

The principal idea is that travel should be a rewarding experience for tourists as well as a beneficial activity for local communities and their environment.

Each tour and safari is flawlessly arranged to provide travellers with a worry-free experience. The company offers meet-and-greet services, experienced driver guides, comfortable vehicles and fabulous camps and

lodges. Together, they make for an unforgettable itinerary.PO Box 143 - 80400, Ukunda | Tel: +254 (0)41 201 3770 | Cell: +254 (0)726 282 862Email: [email protected] | www.papamusilisafaris.eu

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Pilli Pipa Dhow SafariEK/CPR/048

Pilli Pipa operates a special dhow safari that involves snor-kelling or diving in the Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park on Kenya’s south coast.

The dhows have low-sound inboard engines that enable guests to spot dolphins without disturbing them, and the staff shows guests how to enjoy a living coral reef with-out damaging it. The guests are also treated to lunch at Wasini Island, about 80 kilometers south of Mombasa.

The professional level of the marine guides is unrivalled; the owners, Selina and Harm, are both qualified PADI MSDT Dive Instructors. Pilli Pipa has operated with

most of the same crew since its inception in 1989.Colliers Centre, Diani Beach Road, Diani | P.O. Box 5185 - 80401, Diani Beach Tel: +254 (0)40 320 2401, 320 3559 | Cell: +254 (0)724 442 555 | E-mail: [email protected] www.pillipipa.com

Pollmans Tours & SafarisEK/CPR/018

Pollmans Tours & Safaris is one of East Africa’s leading and most respected tour operators and destination management companies. With a strong environmental focus it now has its own in-house ecotourism policy.

Ever since running the company’s first photographic safari in the early 1960s, Pollmans has provided its clients with the very best in East Africa. Offering the personal touch and creating high quality holidays with excellent service the company also work hard to ensure trips are safe and good value for money.

Responding to the shifting demands of today’s tourist, Pollmans has also developed various cultural tourism excursions which are extremely well regarded within local communities and beyond.PO Box 84198 – 80100, Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)41 210 6000; 213 6502 | Fax: +254 (0)41 210 6666 | Email: [email protected] | www.arpsafaris.com

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Southern Cross SafarisEK/CPR/012

As one of the longest established owner-managed tour oper-ating companies in Kenya, Southern Cross Safaris has a wealth of experience in creating the perfect safari tour in East Africa. Offering tailor-made safaris to suit everyone’s needs, the company also provides “connois-seur safaris” for the ultimate experience.

The company’s commitment to the environment and to protecting Kenya’s resources ensures that you experience the highlights of Kenya knowing that in doing so you are indi-rectly contributing to the ongoing efforts to protect Kenya and its resources. A safari with Southern Cross Safaris en-

sures excellent safaris in style and comfort.

PO Box 90653-80100 Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)20 243 4600/1/2/3 | Fax: +254 (0)20 243 4610Email: [email protected] | www.southerncrosssafa-ris.com

Wildlife Sun Safaris

EK/CPR/083

Wildlife Sun Safaris is a reliable tour operator with wide experience in arranging tailor-made individual safaris, luxury safaris, air safaris, balloon safaris, mountain climbing and group travellers’ safaris to East Africa.

The company makes reservations and bookings for hotels, lodges, apartments, cottages, conservation tours, eco-tours, cultural tours, beach holidays, camping safaris and guided trips to wildlife parks. Its team of experienced travel professionals and consultants promotes community-based enterprises by organising eco-tours and excursions to the conservation projects, cultural centres and ecotourism activities that all directly benefit local communities.Shanzu Beach, North Coast | PO Box 93490-80102 Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)41 548 7540Cell: +254 (0)727 631 338; (0)733 728 988 | Fax: +254 (0)41 548 7384Email: [email protected] | http://www.wildlifesunsafaris.com

XCELLENT Wildlife Paradise Holiday & Safaris EK/CPR/022

With XCELLENT Wildlife Paradise - Holiday & Safaris clients can visit any area of in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.

The company offers adventures to all national parks, reserves and sanctuaries comprising of over 1,500 safari routes that takes guests to areas otherwise unventured. Besides the world’s known parks the company inspires and encourages people to go out

of their comfort zones to unknown regions which are rarely mentioned in travel guides. These are the areas to experience the real jewels of the African wilderness.PO Box 34059-80118 Nyali, Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)20 203 9809 | Cell: +254 (0)722 940 528Email: [email protected] ; [email protected] | www.xcellentsafaris.com

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Mombasa Air SafariEK/CPR/035

Mombasa Air Safari (MAS) is a well established domestic scheduled air carrier and flies daily scheduled services to various tourist destinations from the Kenya coast including Mombasa, Ukunda, Malindi to the Masai Mara, Tsavo West and Amboseli.

The company is based at Moi International Airport, and has been in operation since 1974.

MAS offers package excursions for any budget - standard, quality and luxury which includes hotel transfers, airport taxes, park entry fees, full board accommodation, game drives or relevant excursions.PO Box 93961-80100 Mombasa | Fax: +254 (0)41 343 4264Cell: +254 (0)734 400 400 / 500 500 | Email: [email protected]

AIRLINES

Safarilinkscheduled services to all the best safari destinations within Kenya and across the border into northern Tanzania. From its base at Wilson Airport, Nairobi SafariLink provides daily scheduled flights to Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo West, Naivasha, Nanyuki, Lewa Downs,Samburu, Lamu, Kiwayu, Kilimanjaro, Shaba, Loisaba, Voi Migori and Diani Beach. This professional quality specialist airline now operates 12 aircrafts ranging in size from 13 to 37 seats, which are chosen to meet the specific requirements of operating into bush airstrips within Kenya’s world famous game parks. Safarilink now provides daily scheduled services to 22 destinations and during the busiest periods of the year carries over 14,000 passengers per month. Safarilink has consecutively won Ecotourism Kenya’s Eco-warriors Award, Ecotourism Enterprise of the Year Tour Operator Category 2010 and 2011.Safarilink Aviation LTD, Wilson Airport | P.O. Box 5616-00506, Nairobi, KenyaTel: +254 20 6000777/6000787 | Wireless Lines: +254 20 2107359/60/61Cell: +254 720 888111 / +254 733 338888 | Fax: +254 20 6000039 | www.flysafarilink.com

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OTHERS

Lafarge EcosystemsFor almost four decades Lafarge Ecosystems has worked on

‘Creating paradise from wasteland’ - using the Bamburi Cement plant to rehabilitate forest ecosystems at the Kenyan coast.

The plant’s north quarry gave rise to the Bamburi Forest Trails; 4 nature routes for cycling, jogging, walking and fitness.

The south quarries have been turned into Haller Park, an award-winning ecosystem of forest, grasslands and ponds that is home to giraffe, buffalo, antelope, hippo, crocodile and tortoise.

Over 2.5 million trees have been planted around the factory and in the quarries to create a beautiful environment, and help

absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.PO Box 81995-80100 Mombasa | Tel: +254 (0)41 545 6459Email: [email protected] | www.lafarge.co.ke

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Arabuko Jamii Villas EK/CBO/047

Arabuko Jamii Villas is a community-owned tourist facility located in Mida village, off the Mombasa-Malindi road. It is made up of 5 houses: 3 with one bedroom each, 1 with 2 bedrooms, and a Swahili house with 2 bedrooms and a veranda.

The facility is owned by Arabuko-Sokoke Forest Adjacent Dwellers Association (ASFADA), an umbrella organization made up of over 130,000 people living in 52 villages around the forest. The place is ideal for researchers, scientists, bird watchers and other parties interested in studying the unique biodiversity of Arabuko-Sokoke forest.

ASFADA also offers interactive forums through Giriama traditional dances, and canoe rides along the nearby Mida Creek.Contact Person: Franklin Charo MweniP.O. Box 58 – 80208 Gede. | Cell: +254 (0)710 241 303, (0)718 194 743, (0)734 545 897Email: [email protected]

EK Coast Community Based Organizations Members

BASIVA Cultural Foundation EK/CBO/008

BASIVA Foundation is a community based organization formed in 2006. BASIVA means Beginning of Awareness in Social and In-digenous Varieties of cultural and educational practices in Africa.

BASIVA strives to be a world class foundation that showcases African cultural heritage, archives and documentation. Its mis-sion is to sustain livelihoods and alleviate poverty in African communities through culture.

The foundation’s activities revolve around 3 areas: documenting the African culture by creating a calendar of festivities and exhi-bitions; preservation and conservation of natural resources such as historical sites and traditional artefacts, and facilitating HIV/AIDS and reproductive health awareness among the youth.

Contact Person: Peter Kaingu KithungaP.O Box 466-80108 Kilifi, Kenya | Tel: +254 (0)710 199 502, (0)724 726 616Email: [email protected] | www.basivafoundation.org

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Dakacha Woodland Conservation GroupEK/CBO/044

Dakacha Woodland Conservation Group is an umbrella body of 5 community-based organizations: Baricho Youth Group, Mulunguni Umoja Youth Group, Mahenzo Youth Group, Marafa Hells Kitchen Tour Operators Association, and Mulangaza Youth Group. These groups came together to maintain the biodiversity of Dakatcha woodland, situated in the northwestern part of Ma-lindi. They are mainly involved in the conservation of Dakatcha Woodland IBA (Important Bird Area).

DWCG organises tours with local guides to Dakatcha Woodland, Marafa Hells Kitchen rock formations, Kapangani Rock deep, Shrines at Mekatilili wa Menza depression and the sacred Kaya Singwaya Forest.

Contact Person: Patrick ChangawaP.O. Box 1 – 80207 Madina | Tel: +254 (0)724 618 661, (0)734 505 728Email: [email protected]

Gazi Women’s Group EK/CBO/052

Gazi Women’s Group is a conglomeration of 3 smaller women groups - Subira, Mpaji ni Mungu, and Shauri Moyo.

This all-women group is engaged in a number of activities aimed at sustaining the surroundings and improving the livelihoods of the members of Gazi vil-lage, Kwale county. These include the maintenance of a 300-metre board walk that winds through the 700 ha. mangrove forest, giving visitors a chance to learn about the birdlife, fish, crabs, prawns and 9 types of mangrove species found in this ecosystem. A small-scale oyster farming enterprise has also been established within the forest. Gazi Women’s Group also conducts village tours where visitors get to ex-perience the local village life and cuisines. It is also involved in bee-keeping, and takes part in regular

cleanups of the beach.

Contact Person: Tauhida SalimP.O. Box 18 Msambweni | Email: [email protected]

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Kasigau Wildlife TrustEK/CBO/039

Kasigau Wildlife Trust is a community-led ecotourism en-terprise, founded by Finch Travels and the 2,500-plus shareholders of Kasigau Ranch and Conservancy. This conservancy is located in a 52,000-acre elephant mi-gratory corridor between Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks.

KWT was established in 2009 as an umbrella body that would develop the capacity and self-sufficiency of the people of Kasigau along with other community or-ganizations. This is achieved through natural resource

management, conservation of biodiversity, and investment in natural resource-based enterprises.

Contact Person: Frank OmondiP.O. Box 299-00502 Karen, Nairobi, Kenya | Tel: +254 (0)20 214 3709, (0)722 214 932Email: [email protected] | www.kasigau.org

Kaya Kinondo Conservation & Development GroupEK/CBO/022

Kaya Kinondo was formed with an aim of coordi-nating conservation and development activities in the area. It seeks to initiate and test the viability of ecotourism, as a means of linking conservation to tangible social and economic benefits of local com-munity.

All proceedings of the group’s Ecotourism project go towards maintenance of the Kaya, Cultural cer-emonies, projects such as schools and water projects. Through a financial services association established

by the community as part of the project, the project gives loans to community groups and individuals within the area to initiate income-generating microprojects.

Contact Person: Hemed MwafujoP.O. Box 86 - 80400, Ukunda, Kenya. | Telephone: +254 (0)722 446 916Email: [email protected] | www.kaya-kinondo-kenya.com

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Kaya Muhaka Forest Conservation OrganisationKaya Muhaka is a sacred forest situated just outside Muhaka village, on the slopes of Shimba Hills in Kwale County. It is

home to a variety of wildlife - vervet monkeys, sykes monkeys, bushbabies, yellow baboons, suni antelopes, and endangered species such as Ango-lan black and white colobus monkeys and golden rumped elephant shrews.

The members of this village came together to form the Kaya Muhaka Forest Conservation Or-ganisation, in order to educate visitors on the need to maintain this forest’s sanctity and its value to biodiversity.

Contact Person: Mwakasimu Kasimu MamboP.O. Box 86 – 80400 Ukunda | Tel: +254 (0)723 745 379 | Email: [email protected]

Mchombololo Conservation Self Help GroupThe name “Mchombololo” is derived from Mbololo, a sand-capped hill in Voi. This group was established in August 2009, and is made up of 32 members.

Mchombololo Conservation Self Help Group was formed in order to showcase Mbololo as it is situated within the rural

area, with one of its ongoing activi-ties being the creation of footpaths and roads to ease access to this hill.

Contact Person: Augustine Gaindoki MwalughaP.O. Box 32 Voi. | Tel: +254 (0)728 737 857

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Mida Creek Conservation and Aware-ness GroupThe Mida Creek Conservation and Awareness Group is a lo-cal community group situated at Mida Creek, next to the

Mombasa-Malindi road.

The group offers guided tours through the mangrove habitat and along the boardwalk, and canoe tours to the Mida islands accompanied by picnic lunches of tra-ditional Swahili dishes. All entrance fees for the Board-walk go directly to the ASSETS programme. The group is also involved in beach clean-ups and mangrove tree planting.

Contact Person: Arafa BayaP.O. Box 210 – 80200 Malindi | Tel: +254 (0)714 356 348 | Email: [email protected]

Mlilo Community Tours and Safaris Mlilo Community Tours and Safaris offers the opportunity to explore areas teeming with unique landscapes and rich biodiversity at the Kenyan coast, such as the Taita Hills and the world-renowned Tsavo National Park. It also facilitates cultural exchange through interaction with the coastal com-munities.

Mlilo offers tailor-made tour packages such as game drives, landscape photography, snorkeling, camping safaris, bird-watching and cave exploration. These are coordinated by highly qualified tour guides accredited by the Kenya Profes-sional Safari Guides Association.

Mlilo won an Eco Warrior Award in 2009, for the Most Sus-tainable Community-Based Tourism Enterprise.

Contact Person: Livingstone MghenyiOpposite Hotel Blue Marlin, off Lamu Road | P.O Box 5660 - 80200 Malindi KenyaTel: +254 (0)712 340 875, 736 776 122 | E-mail: [email protected]

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Mwaluganje Elephant SanctuaryEK/CBO/040

Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary is located on the south coast of Mombasa, a region prone to human-animal conflict - elephants use the area as a migratory corridor between Tsavo National Park and Shimba Hills National Reserve, whereas farmers rely on the same land for subsistence farming.

The sanctuary was opened to reduce human-elephant con-flict, ensure that community members benefit through eco-tourism activities, conserve and protect wildlife. It has es-

tablished a symbiotic relationship between the farmers and the elephants; the sanctuary was created from land ceded by the farmers, who are compensated through the annual profits received from the sanctuary’s visitors.

Contact Person: Paul M. MusilaP.O. Box 167 Mombasa, Kenya. | Tel: 254 (0)722 995 837Email: [email protected] | www.elephantmwalu-ganje.com

Msambweni Turtle and Marine ConservationEK/CBO/048

Established in 2004, this group’s activities involve creating awareness by educating stu-dents on conservation of turtles, coral reefs and other forms of marine life.

The group works hand in hand with Pact Kenya, Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and the Fisheries Department.

Contact Person: Ali MwaboriP.O. Box 28 – 80404 Msambweni | Tel: +254 (0)724 153 172, (0)725 712 014Email: [email protected]

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Njama Mizango Dawida GroupEK/CBO/046

Njama Mizango Dawida Group was established in 2008. Based in Wundanyi, this group sells locally made artefacts and hosts traditional dances, where guests are treated to traditional food and drinks made by the group. The proceeds from these activities have gone towards training for girls within the region.

Contact Person: Granton M. MwembaP.O. Box 1085-80304 Wundanyi | Tel: +254 (0)729 422 841 Email: [email protected]

Shimoni Slave CavesEK/CBO/054

Shimoni Slave Caves is a community-based organization located in Msambweni. The organization provides tour guiding services, provides breakfast and lunch at the slave cave banda, banda renting and arranges visits to Wasini Island and Kisite Mpunugti National Marine Parks.

Shimoni Slave Caves helps the community by paying PTA teachers salaries at Shimoni and Kichakamkwaju Primary Schools, sup-plement medicines for Shimoni Dispensary, pays bursaries for bright students from poor

families, supports deaf unit at Kichakam-kwaju Primary School, sponsoring students in secondary school , employment opportunities to community members and contributing NSSF for slave cave workers.

Contact Persons: Ndalu M. Mshee (Chair), Mshemanga H. Riziki

(Secretary), Mtengo Juma (Treasurer)

P.O. Box 719 – 80400 UkundaTel: +254 (0)722 382 368, (0)723 790 646, (0)700 072 206, (0)727 103 118Email: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]

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Signs and Wonders Outreach GroupEK/CBO/033Based in Mwatate, Signs and Wonders Outreach Group is a church-based organisation whose activities involve the manufacture and sale of necklaces. The proceeds so far have led to the creation of a playground for children who visit the church.Contact Person: Editha Samree LewelaP.O. Box 1232 – 80304, Wundanyi | Email: [email protected]

Madina Community Development GroupEK/CBO/020Contact Person: Emmanuel Karisa BayaP.O. Box 8 – 80207 Madina | Tel: +254 (0)710 350 828 | Email: [email protected]

Malindi District Cultural Association (MADCA)EK/CBO/018Contact Person: J.K MwaranduP.O. Box 80200 Malindi | Tel: +254 (0)729 393 493, (0)729 359 550Email: [email protected] , [email protected]

Matasenyi Kilughas Self Help GroupEK/CBO/019Contact Person: Joyce Chanya MakubaP.O. Box 1159 – 80304 Wundanyi | Tel: +254 (0)725 588 885, (0)735 540 322Email: [email protected]

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Mwanakaviri Community CampsiteEK/CBO/012Contact Person: Elisha MwarimboP.O. Box 230, Sagala via Voi | Tel: +254 (0)724 803 495 | E-mail: [email protected]

Ndumbunyi Planning Unit Contact Person: Ephraim MwarutaP.O. Box 13 – 80306 Mwanda | Tel: +254 (0)726 398 602 | Email: [email protected]

Sabaki River Estuary Youth GroupContact Person: Abdallah KadengeP.O. Box 659 – 80200, Malindi | Tel: +254 (0)721 478 589 Email: [email protected]

Taita Women Mining GroupEK/CBO/034Contact Person: Editha Samree LewelaP.O. Box 1232 – 80304, Wundanyi | Email: [email protected]

Tarasaa Community Development ProjectContact Person: David MagasaniP.O. Box 10 – 80203 Tarasaa | Tel: +254 (0)726 235 750 | Email: [email protected]

WRAY Memorial MuseumContact Person: Apollo M. NzanoP.O. Box 27, Sagala via Voi | Tel: +254 (0)43 30637 | Email: [email protected]

Wasini Women GroupEK/CPR/007Contact Person: Faria JumaP.O. Box 55 – 80400 Ukunda | Tel: +254 (0)725 074 710

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EK Coast Individual Members

Full IndividualsAlberto Boniface MurageEK/IND/002P.O. Box 5185 – 80401 Diani

Bonface Kihima OdiaraEK/IND/007P.O. Box 16778 – 80100 Mombasa

Philip KimeuEK/IND/010P.O. Box 1672 – 80100 Mombasa

Sabine BaerEK/IND/017P.O. Box 81995 – 80100 Mombasa

Students MembersBrian Getange Onsoti EK/STU/127 P.O. Box 195-80105-Kilifi [email protected] 0725 698 911

Sammy Kahindi EK/STU/104 P.O. Box 1957-10101 [email protected] 0715 609 900

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Airports and Airstrips

Moi International AirportP. O. Box 93904-80115 Mombasa, KenyaTel: +254 (0)41 343 3211/2, +254 (0)20 357 7056Fax: +254 (0)41 343 3220/4434Email: [email protected]

Malindi AirportP. O. Box 67-80200 Malindi, KenyaTel: +254 (0)42 31202/31931/31506Fax: +254 (0)42 31840Email: [email protected]

Ukunda AirstripP.O. Box 139-80403,Kwale.Tel. +254 (0)40 320 2126

Manda AirstripP.O. Box 167 – 80500, LamuTel. +254 (0)42 632 018Fax. +254 (0)42 633 155

SOURCE: www.kenyaairports.co.ke

Hospitals

Aga Khan HospitalVanga Road, off Nyerere AvenueP.O. Box 83013 MombasaTel: +254 (0)41 222 7710-5Fax: +254 (0)41 231 3278

Coast HospiceBehind Coast Provincial General Hospital, Tom Mboya RoadP.O. Box 91157 – 80103 MombasaTel: +254 (0)20 357 7026Email: [email protected]

Coast Provincial General HospitalP.O. Box 90231 – 80100 Kisauni Road, Mombasa+254 (0)11 314 204/5

Diani Beach HospitalP.O. Box 5074, Diani Beach, Tel: +254 (0)40 320 2435 Fax: +254 (0)40 320 3080 www.dianibeachhospital.com

Galana HospitalP.O. Box 47 MalindiTel: +254 (0)42 20117 / 30575

Hola District HospitalP.O.Box 38 - 70101, HolaTel: +254 (0)46 62222/3

Kilifi District HospitalP.o. Box 9 – 80108, KilifiTel: +254 (0)41 522 025/063/525/777

Kwale District HospitalP.O. Box 6 - 80403 KwaleTel: +254 (0)40 210 7066

Lamu District HospitalP.O. Box 45 – 80500 LamuTel: +254 (0)42 463 3012

Malindi District HospitalP.O. Box 4 – 80200 , Malindi+254 (0)42 212 0491

Marie Stopes Hospital1st Flr, TSS Bldg, Moi AvenueP.O. Box 84771 MombasaTel: +254 (0)41 222 0323

Moi District Hospital, VoiP.O. Box 18 - 80300 VoiTel: +254 (0)43 203 0745Fax: +254 (0)43 203 0647Cell: +254 (0)721 409 842Email: [email protected]

Mombasa Hospital, TheOff Mama Ngina Drive, Mombasa+254 (0)41 231 2191/ 222 8710Fax: +254 (0)41 222 9254www.mombasahospital.com

Emergency Numbers

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Msambweni District HospitalP.O. Box 8 - 80404 MsambweniTel/Fax: +254 (0)405 2075

Palm Beach HospitalP.O. Box 5162 – 80401 Diani, MombasaTel: +254 (0)40 320 2072/3.5Cell: +254 (0)722 410 695, (0)724 699 101, (0)733 410 695Email: [email protected]://www.palmbeach-hospital.com

Pandya Memorial HospitalDedan Kimathi AvenueP.O. Box 90434, MombasaTel: +254 (0)41 231 3577, (0)20 231 4141

Rabai Rural Health Demonstration Centrenext to Rabai DO’s office,P.O. Box 13 – 80114, KilifiCell: +254 (0)701 018 377Email: [email protected]

Sayyida Fatma HospitalOld Malindi Road, KisauniP.O. Box 1505 - 80100 MombasaTel: +254 (0)20 474 219, (0) 203 9430Cell: +254 (0)729 410 016Email: [email protected]

Shimo la Tewa HospitalP.O. Box 90152 Mombasa

St. Luke’s HospitalP.O. Box 16 - 80105 Kaloleni, MombasaTel: +254 (0)20 733 3108

Taveta District HospitalP.O. Box 31 – 80302, TavetaTel: +254 (0)43 535 2261

Tawfiq Muslim HospitalP.O.Box 629 - 80200 MalindiTel: +254 (0)42 213 0204Fax: +254 (0)42 213 0187Email: [email protected]

Wesu District HospitalP.O Box 1022 - 80304 WundanyiTel: +254 (0)43 42005Cell: +254 (0)735 665 058

Police Stations

Mombasa Division HEADQUATERS +254 (0)41 222 121

Kwale Division OCPD Office 040-4075 MSAMBWENI P/STN 040-52002 DIANI P/STN 040-2229 KINANGO Kinango 15 LUNGALUNGA Lungalunga 15 TARU 040-2502

Tana River Division OCPD OFFICE 046-62083 BURA P/STN 046-62229MADOGO P/STN 046-2372 OCS HOLA 046-62004

Lamu Division OCPD OFFICE 042-633120

Malindi Division OCPD OFFICE 042-31348 MALINDI P/STN 042-20486 HOTLINE 042-31555 WATAMU P/STN 042-32286

Taita Taveta Division OCPD OFFICE 043-30303 VOI P/STN 043-31220 OCS WUNDANYI 043-42002 OCS TAITA TAVETA 043-5352224 TAVETA P/STN 043-5352222 OCS WUNDANYI HSE 043-42194Tourist Police [email protected]

Fire Brigade

Mombasa Fire StationBiashara Street, Tononoka MombasaTel: 999

Ecotourism Kenya

NAIROBI OFFICE: KATO Place

Longonot Road, off Kenya Road,Upper Hill, Nairobi

P.O. Box 10146 – 00100 GPO NAIROBITel: +254-20-272 4403/4755, 257 4059

Cell: +254 (0)726 366 080Email: [email protected]

COAST OFFICE:The Bazaar, next to Full Moon Club

Diani, UkundaTel: +254 (0)20 257 4035Cell: +254 (0)707 721 656


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