Kenya

Malindi

Malindi Beach, situated in Kenya, features extensive sandy beaches that stretch from Silversand Beach in the south to the Galana River estuary in the north. The southern part of the beach includes a small settlement, while the northern area comprises a vast dune landscape without any buildings.

The sand exhibits black stripes, resembling real gold. However, the water appears dirty, and the waves have a brown hue due to sand, making swimming suboptimal. There are no amenities such as restrooms or showers, and only hotel restaurants offer food.

Water sports are not widely available, except for surfing, which is excellent from May to September. Malindi offers various attractions like coral reefs, ocean fishing, tropical forests, and different types of hotels.

Explore places to stay near Malindi Beach and enjoy easy access to its unique black-striped sands.

The ideal time to visit is in February when the heat subsides a little. Dogs are welcome on the beach, and parking is available nearby.

What to do at Malindi?

Amenities

Malindi amenities include parking.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that visitors enjoy the scenic views and historical landmarks, such as the Malindi Pier and Vasco Dagama pillar, as well as swimming in the waves and taking photos. However, some visitors complain about the beach being littered.

Where to Stay near Malindi?

Visitors to Malindi often stay in the town itself, taking advantage of its proximity to Malindi Beach and various accommodations that offer walking distance access to the sandy shores. Many also explore nearby attractions such as coral reefs and tropical forests, making it a diverse destination beyond just the beach experience.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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Where is Malindi?

Latitude: -3.2147794 / Longitude: 40.1264222

Malindi is located in Kenya. The following map of Malindi shows the exact location.

Malindi: Weather Today

📅 Monday, July 7, 2025
Today looks like an average beach day in Malindi. The air temperature will reach a high of 30.2 °C. The sea is a pleasant 26.8 °C, ideal for swimming. Expect mostly cloudy skies. The wind will be moderate, but be aware that stronger gusts are possible. The waves will be relatively high. The UV index will reach 7.75, so be sure to apply sunscreen.
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Air

Low / High22.5°C/30.2°C
Feels Like (High)32.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature26.8 °C
Wave Height1.9 m
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Rain

Rain Chance8%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:26/18:22
Sunshine Hours11.0 hrs
UV Index7.75
Cloud Cover64%
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Wind

Speed16.9 km/h
Gusts38.9 km/h
DirectionS

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