Nyali Bamburi packages are the easiest way for Nairobi residents to get a proper beach break without a long road transfer. The north coast sits 20 to 40 minutes from the SGR terminal and the airport, so you spend your time on sand and not in a van.
- FromKES 33,500per person sharing, 4 days 3 nights, 3 star half board, SGR economy return, citizen rate, low season
- Duration4 days, 3 nights (5 and 7 night options)
- StartsNairobi, by SGR or flight
- Best forResidents wanting a short, easy coast break near Mombasa town
- StyleCouples, families and groups of friends
Rated 5.0 on Google from 46 reviews. Price confirmed in writing before you pay.
Our Nyali Bamburi packages cover three beach strips. Nyali is the polished one with big resorts and restaurants. Bamburi is the busy, good value middle. Shanzu is the quiet end with many all inclusive hotels.
Below you get KES prices by hotel tier, a sample 4 day plan, what is included and what is not. Rates show citizen, resident and peak season differences so you can budget before you message us on WhatsApp.
Highlights
- SGR economy return included, with station to hotel transfers
- 3 star, 4 star and all inclusive hotels in Nyali, Bamburi and Shanzu
- Citizen and resident rates shown in KES, no dollar surprises
- Haller Park, Fort Jesus and a dhow sunset cruise are easy add ons
- Short transfers of 20 to 40 minutes from the SGR terminal
- Deposit holds the trip and the balance can be paid in instalments
Day by day plan
- Day 1
SGR to Mombasa and check in
Take the morning SGR from Nairobi, which arrives in Mombasa after about 4.5 hours. Your driver meets you at Miritini station and takes you to your hotel in Nyali, Bamburi or Shanzu. Check in, have a late lunch and walk the beach before sunset. Dinner is at the hotel. It is a gentle first day on purpose, because the train ride is tiring with kids or a full work week behind you.
- Day 2
Beach and pool day
Sleep in, eat a long breakfast and claim a sun lounger. Nyali Bamburi packages are built around easy days like this one. Walk the beach at low tide, swim at high tide and try the hotel water sports if they are on offer. In the late afternoon you can browse the craft sellers on the beach, with your hotel guide pointing out the honest ones.
- Day 3
Haller Park or Fort Jesus
Pick one outing. Haller Park in Bamburi is a rehabilitated quarry turned wildlife park, with giraffes, hippos and crocodiles. It suits families. Fort Jesus in Mombasa Old Town is the history option, with a guide and a walk through the narrow streets. Both are half day trips. Return to the hotel by early afternoon for pool time and a sunset drink.
- Day 4
Check out and SGR home
Have breakfast, check out and transfer to Miritini for the afternoon SGR back to Nairobi. If your train is late in the day, most hotels let you keep your bags at reception and use the pool until the transfer. You reach Nairobi in the evening, which still leaves Sunday or the next morning to recover.
Nyali Bamburi packages, 4 days 3 nights, per person sharing, citizen rate
| Hotel tier | Low season | Peak season | Flight swap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 star, half board | KES 33,500 | KES 44,000 | add KES 12,000 |
| 4 star, half board | KES 49,500 | KES 64,000 | add KES 12,000 |
| 4 star, all inclusive | KES 62,000 | KES 78,000 | add KES 12,000 |
- Guide price per person sharing, confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before any payment.
- Prices include SGR economy return, station transfers and 3 nights. Residents pay about KES 2,500 more than citizens on each row.
- Peak season means July, August and 20 December to 5 January. Flight swap replaces the train with a return flight into Moi International Airport.
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Reserve this trip
Pick your dates and group. See the total. Hold it with a deposit.
Pay by Mpesa, bank transfer or card once we confirm in writing. Free changes until you confirm.
Included
- Return SGR economy tickets Nairobi to Mombasa
- Station to hotel transfers in Mombasa
- 3 nights in the hotel tier you choose
- Half board or all inclusive as shown in the price table
- Booking support and a written quote on WhatsApp
Not included
- Marine park, Haller Park and Fort Jesus entry fees
- Drinks outside the all inclusive plan
- Travel insurance
- Tips for hotel staff and drivers
- Lunch and dinner on half board days when you eat out
How much do Nyali Bamburi packages cost
Most Nyali Bamburi packages for 4 days and 3 nights cost between KES 33,500 and KES 62,000 per person sharing in low season. The spread comes from the hotel tier and the meal plan, not from the beach itself.
A 3 star half board hotel is the value pick. A 4 star all inclusive resort adds roughly KES 28,500 and covers drinks and snacks, which saves money if you drink often. Peak season adds KES 10,000 to KES 16,000 per person depending on the hotel.
- Budget: 3 star half board, simple rooms, walkable to the beach.
- Mid range: 4 star half board, bigger pools and better rooms.
- Top tier: 4 star all inclusive with drinks, snacks and evening shows.
Which beach fits your Nyali Bamburi packages trip
Each stretch has its own mood. Pick by the trip you want, not by the hotel photo. A good Nyali Bamburi packages quote always names the beach as well as the hotel.
Nyali
Nyali is the upmarket end, close to shops, cafes and Nyali Bridge. It suits couples and anyone who wants good restaurants within a short taxi ride. Rooms cost more here and the beach is shared with day visitors.
Bamburi
Bamburi is the great value middle. You get a wide beach, a good choice of 3 star hotels and Haller Park next door. Families love it for the price and the easy access to supermarkets.
Shanzu
Shanzu is quieter and has the largest cluster of all inclusive resorts. It is the best choice if you want to stay in one place, eat well and not plan much. Expect fewer shops within walking distance.
Nyali Bamburi packages by SGR or flight
The SGR is the default for Nyali Bamburi packages because it is cheap and reliable. Economy return is about KES 3,000 per adult and you cross Tsavo in daylight. Read our full SGR Nairobi to Mombasa guide for timetable and booking tips.
Flying costs about KES 12,000 more per person on our packages but saves about 3 hours each way. Choose a flight if you only have a long weekend. For a 4 night break or longer the train is far nicer value.
When is the best time for Nyali Bamburi packages
The coast is warm all year, with 28 to 32 degrees most days. The long rains from April to June bring heavy showers and cheaper rates. Many hotels discount heavily in May.
For Nyali Bamburi packages the best weather runs from July to October and from December to March. These are also the busiest months, so book 6 to 8 weeks ahead. Check the Kenya public holiday calendar for long weekends that fill hotels quickly.
What to do besides the beach
A good coast week mixes lazy days with one or two outings. We can add any of these to your Nyali Bamburi packages.
- Haller Park and the Bamburi Nature Trail for animals and walks.
- Fort Jesus and Old Town on a Mombasa city tour.
- A Mombasa dhow sunset cruise with dinner.
- Jumba la Mtwana ruins and Mtwapa Creek on the north side.
- A full day on the Mombasa day trips and excursions list.
Nyali Bamburi packages for families and groups
Children under 12 get a reduced rate in most hotels. Many offer free stays for kids under 3 or 5. Tell us ages when you ask for a quote so the price is right the first time.
Nyali Bamburi packages work well for big groups too. Groups of 8 or more get a better rate and a private minibus for transfers. Birthdays and reunion weekends work well at Shanzu, where all inclusive pricing keeps the bill simple. See our family holiday packages for school holiday dates.
How to pay for your Nyali Bamburi packages
Pay a deposit to hold the dates and the balance in instalments before travel. You can pay by card on our secure Pesapal checkout, by Mpesa or by bank. See how to book and pay for the steps.
We send a written quote for your Nyali Bamburi packages on WhatsApp first. It lists the hotel, the train class, the transfers and the total in KES. You pay nothing until you have checked the hotel, the dates and the total price.
Getting around and eating well on the north coast
Most hotels sit on or near the main Malindi Road, with the beach a short walk behind them. Tuk tuks and taxis are cheap for short hops between Nyali, Bamburi and Shanzu. Agree the price before you get in and keep small notes handy.
On half board you eat breakfast and dinner at the hotel. For lunch try a coastal kitchen near your hotel for fish, coconut rice and chapati. Fresh juice and mahamri on the beach make a good cheap snack. All inclusive guests can skip lunch planning altogether.
Nyali Bamburi packages are easy to extend. Add a night and you can fit in both Haller Park and Fort Jesus without rushing. Ask for a 5 night quote if your leave days allow it. The extra night usually costs less than the first one.
Is a Nyali Bamburi packages trip safe and easy for first timers
Yes. The north coast is one of the most visited parts of Kenya and hotels have 24 hour security. Keep valuables in the room safe and avoid carrying cash on the beach. Use the hotel guide or a licensed beach operator for boat trips and water sports.
If this is your first coast trip, choose the SGR and a half board hotel. You will see how the trip feels before you commit to a longer stay. Our team will walk you through the whole plan on WhatsApp, from train times to what to pack for a humid coast week. Pack light cotton clothes, reef safe sunscreen and a hat.
Other coast options to compare
If Nyali is not quite right, look at the south coast on our Diani packages page or the quieter north on our Watamu packages page. Our beach holiday packages and prices list shows every price band side by side.
For a full SGR led plan see our Mombasa SGR holiday packages. We can also arrange a Mombasa airport transfer if you fly.
How to book your nyali bamburi packages
Booking your nyali bamburi packages with us takes about five minutes of your time. The rest is our job. Here is exactly what happens, step by step, so there are no surprises along the way.
- Send your dates. Message us on WhatsApp with your travel dates, how many people are coming and the ages of any children. Tell us if you have a budget in mind. We plan with it, not around it.
- Get a written quote. We reply with a clear price per person, what it includes and what it does not. No hidden park fees and no vague extras. If a cheaper camp or a shorter route makes more sense, we say so.
- Tweak it until it fits. Change a camp, add a night or swap a park. Ask as many questions as you like. Changes cost nothing until you confirm.
- Confirm with a deposit. A deposit holds your vehicle, guide and rooms. You get a written confirmation with every detail and the date the balance is due.
- Travel day. Your driver guide meets you at your hotel or the airport with a name board. You have their number and ours for the whole trip.
What every trip with us includes
Every nyali bamburi packages plan we put together comes with the basics done properly. You ride in a safari vehicle with a pop up roof, with a professional driver guide who knows the parks. Water is in the cooler box and park fees are sorted in advance so you do not stand in a queue at the gate.
We also stay reachable. If something changes on the road, a flat tyre, a closed route or a sudden storm, we sort it and keep you posted on WhatsApp.
Paying safely
We share payment details in writing only and every payment gets a receipt. The payment options and the balance date sit on your written quote, so nothing is left to memory or a phone call.
Why book with a Nairobi team
We live here. We drive these roads all year, we know which camps are honest about their photos and we know when a park is too busy to enjoy. That local knowledge is what turns a good nyali bamburi packages into a great one. Our Google rating sits at 5.0 from 46 reviews and we plan to keep it that way.
Ready when you are. Send us a message and we will put a plan together for you shortly.
Questions people ask
How much is a beach holiday package at the Kenyan coast for residents?
Beach packages for residents start at about KES 33,500 per person sharing for 4 days and 3 nights, with SGR return and half board. All inclusive resorts and peak dates cost more, up to about KES 78,000. Residents pay roughly KES 2,500 more than citizens.
Should I take the SGR or fly to the coast?
Take the SGR for value. Economy return is about KES 3,000 and the ride is calm and scenic. Fly if you only have a long weekend, because you save about 3 hours each way. On our Nyali Bamburi packages a flight adds about KES 12,000.
What is the best time for a Kenya coast holiday?
July to October and December to March have the driest, sunniest days. April to June brings heavy rain but the lowest prices. If your dates are flexible, early May and late June offer the best value.
Are all inclusive hotels at the coast worth it?
They are worth it if you drink often or want one fixed price. On a 4 night stay, all inclusive adds about KES 12,500 per person over half board. If you plan to eat out in Nyali most nights, half board is cheaper.
How many nights should I book at the coast?
Book 3 nights as a minimum. The SGR day eats most of day 1 and day 4, so 3 nights gives you 2 full beach days. Five nights is the sweet spot for Nyali Bamburi packages on a first coast trip and lets you add Fort Jesus or Haller Park.
Which is better for Nyali Bamburi packages, Nyali or Bamburi?
Nyali has the better restaurants and a more upmarket feel. Bamburi has lower prices and easy access to Haller Park. Shanzu is the quiet option with the most all inclusive resorts.
Official information: Kenya Wildlife Service, marine park information.
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