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Incredible
We had an amazing canoe sunset.beautiful canoe ride.the captain is very friendly.book with them
Kongo River Sunset Experience in Canoe
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $32 / person
- Location
- Diani Beach, Kenya
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Kaaribu Experiences
Description
Marvel at the setting sun at the northern tip of Diani where you will find the oldest Mosque, smooth white sand dune as you sail through mangroves and palm trees onboard a non-motorized canoe Stop at Kongo Mosque, where we will meet the guide and walk to the Estuary as we exchange pleasantries and get a short introduction of the trip, then board a traditional canoe. Sail down Kongo River watching the beautiful sunset leaving the ocean behind and get to experience gorgeous Kongo river estuary, the ever-changing sandy beach and the great waves The Canoe is powered by human energy which means no engines and no dirty fumes entering the water Not only is this trip very relaxing and serene, it carries great history that the captain will explain to you as he rows along the mangrove filled water. The trip is great for bird lovers and bird watchers as the river invites over 30 species of birds who come looking for food. Feel free to ask the captain any questions regarding the area
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 12–80)
- $32
- Infant (ages 5–11)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Hotels pickup and drop-off in a tuk-tuk (only within Diani)
Boat (canoe) ride Guided Tour
Entry/Admission - Kongo Mosque
All Fees and Taxes
Not included
Foods and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
We will come pick you up from your hotel in a tuktuk.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
10 reviews
How it compares in Diani Beach
- No. 23 by number of reviews among 162 tours in Diani Beach
Excurgo comparison of 162 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Kongo River Sunset Experience in Canoe take?
Kongo River Sunset Experience in Canoe lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Kongo River Sunset Experience in Canoe cost?
Prices start at $32 per person for this Diani Beach experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Kongo River Sunset Experience in Canoe run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Kongo River Sunset Experience in Canoe for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We will come pick you up from your hotel in a tuktuk. Pickup points include Sitara Retreat, Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort.
What languages is Kongo River Sunset Experience in Canoe offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Kongo River Sunset Experience in Canoe worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Kaaribu Experiences.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
I
Sunset a must!
Great Tour, Omar was prompt, friendly and very knowledgeable, pointing out all the wildlife and took his time to explain about the mangrove. The Sunset was amazing. I have endless memories via photos that Omar kindly volunteered to take. Thank you Omar.
H
Very much fun, definitely a must do. Staff are wonderful thank you
We were picked up and taken back to our hotel, as arranged by a tuk tuk, very safe, Staff so friendly and helpful telling us all about the history of the Konga river, knowledgeable about the wild life, sang to us made it such a fun boat trip, unfortunately it's was over cast so no sun set it was hidden, the staff work so hard to please the tourist, very kind and humble people thank you. Definitely recommend this trip so worth the money
M
Lovely trip, recommended
Lovely trip. All very well organised. Tuktuk collected us from our hotel and drove us to the trip where our guide was waiting for us. Beautiful trip on the river then tuktuk waiting to take us back. All good and would recommend.
Operator response
Thank you for the kind review. We’re glad to hear everything ran smoothly. Our team is always committed to seamless planning and warm service. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again.
T
Great evening atmosphere
Great evening atmosphere, relaxed atmosphere, beautiful nature, funny boat driver, rich birdlife, much seen.
Operator response
Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Ihnen die Tour gefallen hat. Bei Kaaribu Experiences möchten wir Reisen unvergesslich machen.
E
Sunset
The best place to watch the sunset in diani.The beach is clean.So many locals selling boat rides to the mangrooves foe sunset.We booked a sunset boat with stallone +254710239929.You can also try the new zip line .Amazing food at the estuary,Very good price,friendly owner.
Operator response
We are happy you enjoyed the sunset tour. Thank you so much. At Kaaribu Expereinces, we aim at making your travels memorable.
V
Sunset
We had an amazing time watching the sunset while on s canoe boat. This was an amazing local experience. There is some bars on the beach but selling non-alcoholic drinks.
Operator response
We are glad you enjoyed the sunset experience. At Kaaribu Expereinces we endeavor to make travels memorable.
C
Make sure to book with Estuary Restaurant for your best experience.
31£ is totally unworthy because the excursion doesn't include nothing but the wooden canoe itself. When we arrived we discovered there is a beautiful restaurant with amazing food called Estuary Beach Lounge which sell the same exact excursion plus dinner and drinks included for 5000ksh (Kenyan Shillings) That is a deal!! Make sure to book through Estuary Beach Restaurant. Thei phone number is +254748325156. You will have the best experience with them.
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8
Amazing Experience at Kongo River Beach and Sunset Canoe Experience
Great experience, clean beach, friendly beach attendants, sunset canoe simply amazing. A great place to visit with family and also friends. Can have packed meals and drinks by the beach, one can rent a chair for less than a dollar.
F
Sunset Kongo river Diani beach
We took a wooden canoe ride watching the sunset on Kongo river. I highly recommend it, when rowing by hand and not listening to any engine feels very peaceful!! Loved it... We also did it with our Guide as well as other activities that I have also put reviews, Jeanson +254728907026
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