Besides its famed nightlife, there are many beaches in Mtwapa Mombasa worth a visit.

From the white sand beaches to beautiful corals, Mtwapa’s coastline is an attraction.

Unlike most beaches in Mombasa, the beaches in Mtwapa attract fewer crowds, giving beach lovers a private beach experience without the noise and risks of crowds.

Here are the beaches in Mtwapa.

Coba Cabana Beach.

If you are looking for a beach near Mtwapa town center, Coba cabana is for you.

Being the nearest beach in Mtwapa, Coba Cabana draws more people than all other beaches in Mtwapa.

The beach itself is a little rocky, with a narrow view of the ocean; this, it compensates with the extension of the gallant life associated with Mtwapa.

The handful of beach bars and restaurants offer revelers a merry ocean experience blasting loud music into the wee hours of the night.

What you can do here.

Eat, Drink, and Party – there are several bars and restaurants in Coba Cabana

Swim when the tides are high.

Walk along the beach. You can walk on the beach at a low tide and cross to Jumba la Mtwapa beach.

How to get there.

Walk, Boda-boda, tuk-tuk, taxi, Uber.

Once at the Mtwapa town center, any boda-boda or tuk-tuk can drop you off at Coba Cabana.

Coba Cabana is Mtwapa’s nearest beach; you can get there with a 10-30 minute walk from the town center.

 Jumba Ruins Beach.

Jumba ruins is an idyllic beach; it is small and feels almost deserted but offers a great ocean view.

What to do there

Visit the Jumba la Mtwapa ruins.

Swim

Dine at the monsoons restaurant.

Walk on the beach

Kanamai Beach

Kanamai beach is a long stretch of beautiful white sand and palm trees. The best and central place to start your adventure is around Mozithos.

It’s a beach frequented by locals, but you will see tourists every once in a while.

What to do there.

Walk or jog along a 6 kilometers stretch of beach sand.

Chill at Mozithos bar and grill from where you can eat grilled seafood and fries.

Drink coconut water

Take photos at the beach

Swim. The best time to swim is before midday before the tides disappear into the ocean or in the evening. (It is illegal to swim in the ocean after 6 pm)

If you prefer to swim in a regular swimming pool, there are several hotels along the beach with decent swimming pools ranging from 500-1000KSH.

Watch kids vex their acrobatic skills

How to get there

By Taxi, Private car, Tuk Tuk, Boda boda, or walking.

If you are using public transport, tell the matatu to drop you off at the Majengo stage, a boda-boda will then drop you at Kanamai Beach.

If walking and fancy nature,) get off Mvita Oil factory.

Follow that one murram road right at the perimeter wall of Mvita Oil.

A few kilometers into your trek, you will be pleasantly treated to the sounds of happy birds and sights of coastal nature.

Though it is rough terrain, you can also drive through this road – take your right on the Mtwapa, Malindi Road, at the Mvita Oil.

It’s about a 30-60 minute walk, but it’s worth it. I loved it.

Best Times to get there.

Any time from 6 am to 7 pm is great.

In the morning, for those who love to swim

In the evening, as the sun sets at the cool of the day, watch the waters slowly make their way back to the beach.

Kikambala Beach

Kikambala has some of the best beaches along the North Coast.

In certain sections, especially when the tide is low, one can enjoy the beauty that the crashing waves have left on the reefs.

Pockets of beaches in Kikambala are curved out of the reefs to offer lovers private beaches.

What to do there

Walk or jog along a 6 kilometers stretch of beach sand.

Chill with Ngoloko Fisherfolks – drink Mnazi and eat grilled sea fish.

Drink coconut water

Swim. The best time to swim is before midday before the tides disappear into the ocean, or in the evening. (It is illegal to swim in the ocean after 6 pm)

How to get there.

Boda boda, tuk tuk, taxi, Uber, matatus.

A few kilometers after Mtwapa town, take a right at the Sultan Palace Stage.

Travel along the tarmac road until you reach Sultan Palace. Take a left, at the end of the wall, take a right – you will see the Ngoloko Fisherfolks signpost.

Tips on how to enjoy Mtwapa beaches

Mtwapa beaches are secure, but still, exercise caution and be watchful of your property.

The beaches are not very clean, and in some stretches they are rocky, while others are loaded with broken shells that may hurt your feet.

So carry with you comfortable beach shoes.

Mombasa is hot; pack sunglasses, a hat/cap, drinking water.

You can also come with snacks and chairs or just picnic on the beach.

All the beaches are free but carry along 50-100 Kshs if you drive to give the car attendants on some beaches.