6 Days Diani Beach Festival
6 Days Diani Beach Festival, the Diani Beach Touch Rugby Tournament stands as an outstanding African sporting extravaganza and a key highlight of the coastal calendar. With a meticulously planned 5-day itinerary by Njia African Adventure, this adventure promises an exceptional experience. Serving as the centerpiece of this travel package, the event brings together teams from all corners of Africa and beyond, uniting for an exhilarating 5-aside tournament set against the breathtaking backdrop of Diani’s renowned white sand beaches. Hosted by the renowned Forty Thieves Beach Bar, the tournament spans three action-packed days from Friday to Sunday, with matches unfolding under the vibrant glow of floodlights across four pitches along the shoreline, complemented by a captivating opening extravaganza to kick-start this vibrant weekend.
The lively and convivial ambiance that defines the tournament is set to continue long after the floodlights dim. As Forty Thieves curates an exciting lineup of live bands and DJs, ensuring the festivities carry on late into the night. Engage in spirited matches against kindred spirits or teams. And relish some of the most cherished rugby memories Africa has to offer. This tour seamlessly blends the thrill of competitive beach matches with the enchanting experiences of African Safaris in remarkable destinations, offering an all-encompassing adventure for sports enthusiasts and adventurers alike.
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Mombasa
Depending on arrival time, you will be picked up from the Airport directly to you booked hotel for rest and refreshing. By 1Pm head out for a short drive to the railway station that will take the team to Mombasa Diani Beaches arriving early evening a perfect time for dinner and Overnight. Diani Beach has been voted Africa’s best beach destination for the fifth time running since 2015. The beach is about 17 kilometres long, from the Kongo River to the north and Galu beach to the south.
Accommodation: Firefly Ocean Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Diani beach Fixtures day 1
Chilled morning as the team prepares for the day ahead for the games. You will have time to do some training at the Beach in the morning gearing up to the floodlight fixtures In the evening. The Tournament opens at 8pm so will have enough for the day to rest and prepare for the games.
Will have dinner at the games
Accommodation: Firefly Ocean Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Diani Beach Fixtures day 2
Chilled morning as the team prepares for the day ahead for the games will have optional beach Activities. As there is plenty to do in and around Diani, water or not related. You can take a day trip to Wasini Island to look for dolphins and sea turtles or a small fishermen’s dhow to the Diani’s sandbank. Go a bit deeper into the ocean and dive with one of the PADI certified diving companies. Or a bit higher in the air with your kite surf and windsurf. On land, guided walks through sacred forests, a monkey sanctuary, a turtle information center and a trip to Shimba Hills. The only coastal national park that is home to the endangered Sable Antelope, are some of the many options waiting to be explored.
Accommodation: Firefly Ocean Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Diani Beach rugby closing day Fixtures Day 3
Big day for the week long adventure as the curtains close down with lots of music festivals performances. The night will be long and the memories will last forever.
Will have BBQ Planned in our Tent as we enjoy the music and performances from Kenya’s Finest Musicians.
Accommodation: Firefly Ocean Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Depart Diani Beach for Nairobi
After the long night we will have a chilled morning and breakfast served at the Hotel. Depart Mombasa for Nairobi at 10Am to the Railway station for Nairobi arriving at early evening to check-in at the hotel.
Accommodation: Serova Panafric/Kahama hotel/Sarova Stanley
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Airport Transfer
Depending on the fight time will have time to relax and reflect on how the tour has been as you prepare to say goodbye to Kenya. The bus will be ready to drive to the Airport to catch your flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
End of tour