Kilifi is one of Kenya's most relaxed and beautiful stretches of coastline — with plenty to keep everyone happy whether you're after adventure on the water, a round of golf, or a long lunch by the creek. Here's what we'd recommend within easy reach of Maweni.

Practicalities

  • Fresh oranges displayed in wooden crates and on a round stand inside a grocery store, with shelves of other products and signs indicating produce and store branding.

    Supermarkets: Naivas

    Naivas Supermarket in Kilifi town is about 10 minutes away and well stocked for your stay.

  • Exterior view of a small shop named 'Express Shop' with large windows, potted plants, and greenery surrounding the entrance. The building has a stone and white exterior with a sign displaying the shop's name and logo.

    Convenience: Express Shop

    Express Shop has most conveniences and a cafe right outside. Ask us for their contact and you can send them a shopping list for delivery before you arrive!

    About 10mins / 7km from Maweni House

  • Shelves stocked with various bottles of wine at a store, each with a black tag attached.

    Wine Box

    Wine Box has a great range of wines, spirits, beers and soft drinks.

    Ask us for their number and they can deliver to the house!

    About 10mins / 7km from Maweni House

Activities

  • People swimming and a boat on a body of water during sunset.

    Boat (Dhow in Swahili) Trips

    Taking in Kilifi Creek at sundown is one of the best things you can do in the area — perfect for kids and adults alike. Operators are available locally, just ask us and we'll point you in the right direction.

    15 minutes / 10km drive from Maweni House

  • A person kiteboarding in the ocean with a colorful kiteboard and a kite, splashing water as they ride through the waves under a blue sky.

    Kitesurfing at Salty's

    Salty's Kitesurf Village has world-class instructors, a great beach bar and restaurant, and one of the best kite beaches on the East African coast. Just 5 minutes / 4km from the house.

  • Person water skiing on a lake during sunset with a sailboat in the background and cloudy sky.

    Watersports

    Waterskiing, wakeboarding and sailing are all on offer at the 3 Degrees South boat club 15mins / 10km drive from Maweni Beach House

  • Three people on a boat working with a large fish, with two of them holding it and the third observing, under a clear blue sky.

    Deep Sea Fishing & Whale Safari's

    The Kenyan coast is home to some of the world's best deep sea fishing — marlin, sailfish, tuna and kingfish. Ask us and we can connect you with a local operator. Boats depart from Kilifi, about 15 minutes / 10km away

  • A golf course at sunset with a large house in the background. The course includes sand traps, a water hazard, and rolling green terrain.

    Golf

    Vipingo Ridge Golf Club features a stunning 18-hole course, a clubhouse and resident pros. About 30 minutes from Maweni — worth the drive.

Restaurants & Bars

  • Beachside outdoor seating with umbrellas, a central palm tree, sandy ground, and a mix of wooden and bamboo structures with lush greenery.

    Salty's Beach Bar

    Perfect for sundowners, lunch and dinner; serving great cocktails and a selection of dishes made with the most local ingredients possible.

    5 minutes / 4km from Maweni House

  • A tropical resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, tall palm trees, lush greenery, with the ocean and blue sky in the background.

    Mnarani Club

    Some of the best views over Kilifi Creek with a great little beach and the Watersports club. About 15 minutes / 10km away

  • Kilifi Boatyard

    Burgers and fresh fish right on the water — relaxed, unpretentious and always good. About 10 minutes from Maweni.

  • People enjoying a multi-level floating house on a river with a natural wooded background.

    Salty's on the Creek

    A must-visit floating bar and restaurant set in Kilifi Creek

    15 minutes / 10km drive from Maweni - then you’ll be collected by boat