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Watamu · Kenya

KARIBOO KENYA – Pool villas in Watamu and safaris in Kenya

Private villas with pools in Watamu and safaris in the savannah.

Karibu means «welcome» in Swahili: that is where the name Kariboo Kenya comes from. Private villas with pools in Watamu and private and group safaris in Kenya's national parks, with support from your first WhatsApp message until the day you leave.

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“Era il nostro primo viaggio in Kenya e avere Caterina sul posto è stato un grande aiuto. Ci ha accompagnati nella scelta della villa e ci ha dato tanti consigli utili per vivere Watamu. Abbiamo apprezzato soprattutto la disponibilità e il rapporto diretto.”

Roberto (in Italian)19–30 September

“Bella vacanza, la casa ci è piaciuta molto e il safari è stata la parte più bella. Grazie a Caterina per la disponibilità, anche per le mille domande prima di partire 😂”

Giulia (in Italian)2–15 August
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Lionesses in the savannah on a Kenya safari

Kariboo Safari

Safaris from Watamu

Private and group safaris of 2, 3 and 4 days to Tsavo, Amboseli and Taita Hills, with an Italian-speaking guide.

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Our homes

The villas

Zawadi Casa Africa
For rent

Zawadi Casa Africa

Villa on Jacaranda beach in Watamu, with direct access to the sea.

Three double bedrooms with private bathrooms and a room for four under the makuti roof. A pool, a garden and a terrace with sea view. The Nyumba Baharini compound, opposite the Sardegna 2 resort, has a bar and restaurant; six sunbeds are available on the beach.

  • Direct beach access
  • 3 double bedrooms with private bathroom
  • 1 room for 4 under the makuti roof
  • Pool
  • Sea view
  • Garden and terrace

Rental: message us on WhatsApp.

Services

  • Bar and restaurant in the compound
  • 6 sunbeds on the beach
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free private parking
  • Breakfast available

Price on request: it varies with the season, number of guests and services included

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For rent

Pearl Villa

Villa with a pool in Watamu.

Four bedrooms and room for 8 guests, up to 10. A pool, large terraces and a veranda, a bright living room and a dining area with a long table. Caretaker, housekeeping staff, night security and a generator.

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Pool
  • Sleeps 8 (up to 10)
  • Terraces & veranda

Rental only, whole villa.

Services

  • Housekeeping staff
  • Caretaker
  • Night security
  • CCTV and panic alarm
  • Generator
  • Private chef available
  • Airport transfer: 70€

Price on request: it varies with the season, number of guests and services included

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Alen House
For rentAlso for sale

Alen House

Villa with a pool in Watamu, with three independent rooms.

Three large, bright bedrooms, each with its own entrance and private bathroom. A pool, a garden with a gazebo and Wi-Fi. You can rent a single room or the whole villa.

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Independent entrances
  • En-suite bathrooms
  • Pool
  • Garden & gazebo
  • Wi-Fi

Rent a single room or the whole villa.

Services

  • Daily cleaning
  • Night guard
  • Chef on request
  • Airport transfer: 70€

Price on request: it varies with the season, number of guests and services included

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Alen House is also for sale

Message us on WhatsApp for price, photos and details.

For rent

Leo House

Swahili-style villa with a pool in Watamu.

Makuti roofs, a pool and a tropical garden.

  • Pool
  • Makuti roofs
  • Garden

Rental: message us on WhatsApp.

Services

  • Airport transfer: 70€
  • More details on request

Price on request: it varies with the season, number of guests and services included

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For rent

Tony House

White villa with a pool in Watamu.

A pool in the inner courtyard, a pergola terrace and bright rooms.

  • Courtyard pool
  • Pergola terrace

Rental: message us on WhatsApp.

Services

  • Airport transfer: 70€
  • More details on request

Price on request: it varies with the season, number of guests and services included

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Berry House
For rent

Berry House

Two-storey villa with a pool in Watamu.

A pool lit in the evening, a garden with lawn and sun loungers, and a gazebo with white curtains.

  • Pool
  • Garden
  • Two storeys
  • Gazebo
  • Sun loungers

Rental: message us on WhatsApp.

Services

  • Airport transfer: 70€
  • More details on request

Price on request: it varies with the season, number of guests and services included

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Nyumba Nicole
For rent

Nyumba Nicole

Private villa in Ocean Breeze, just 600 metres from the sea.

Two storeys surrounded by greenery, four bedrooms with private bathrooms and room for 8-10 guests. A pool, a large garden with a gazebo and a spacious upstairs veranda, perfect for lunch and dinner outdoors. Ceiling fans and mosquito nets in every room.

  • 4 en-suite bedrooms
  • 8-10 guests
  • Pool
  • Garden and gazebo
  • Upstairs veranda
  • Massage area and barbecue
  • Unlimited Wi-Fi
  • Generator

Whole villa or by the room.

Services

  • Breakfast included
  • Cook and housekeeper all day
  • Daily cleaning and laundry
  • Night guard
  • Italian-speaking assistance on site
  • Lunch and dinner on request

Price on request: it varies with the season, number of guests and services included

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Kariboo Safari

Safaris in Kenya

Private safaris (from Mombasa) and group safaris (from Watamu) of 2, 3 and 4 days to Tsavo East, Amboseli, Taita Hills and Tsavo West, with an Italian-speaking guide.

Canyon at sunset with baboons
Canyon at sunset with baboons
Baboons in the canyon
Baboons in the canyon
The savannah at sunset
The savannah at sunset
Lionesses in the shade
Lionesses in the shade
Lions on the red track
Lions on the red track
A giraffe among the acacias
A giraffe among the acacias
Impalas beneath the acacias
Impalas beneath the acacias
Lionesses resting
Lionesses resting
On board with the roof open
On board with the roof open
Tsavo East2 days / 1 night

Tsavo East

from 350€ group · prices per person

Private600€
Group350€
  • 1 night in a lodge
  • Photo safari in Tsavo East
Itinerary

A short safari to discover the landscapes and wildlife of Tsavo East, with one night in a lodge and photo-safari game drives. Lodge and times are confirmed on booking.

Amboseli + Tsavo East3 days / 2 nights

Amboseli + Tsavo East

from 720€ group · prices per person

Private900€
Group720€
  • Crocodile Point on the Galana river
  • Amboseli at the foot of Kilimanjaro
  • Lake Amboseli
Itinerary

Day 1 · Tsavo East – 06:00 departure from Mombasa, stop at Crocodile Point on the Galana river, game drive, lunch at the lodge and a second drive until sunset.

Day 2 · Amboseli – dawn game drive, transfer to Amboseli at the foot of Kilimanjaro, afternoon safari towards Lake Amboseli.

Day 3 · Return – morning game drive and drive back to Watamu (arrival around 18:30) with lunch stop in Voi. Optional Maasai village visit (not included).

Lodges subject to availability: Voi Wild Life Lodge; AA Lodge / Sentrim (to be confirmed).

Taita Hills + Tsavo East3 days / 2 nights

Taita Hills + Tsavo East

from 670€ group · prices per person

Private850€
Group670€
  • Taita Hills Sanctuary
  • Night safari on request
  • Back in Watamu for lunch
Itinerary

Day 1 · Taita Hills – arrive at the Sanctuary at 10:00, game drive, lunch and safari until sunset. Night safari on request.

Day 2 · Tsavo East – dawn drive, ~45 min transfer, safari, lodge and afternoon game drive.

Day 3 · Return – game drive until 10:30, back in Watamu around 13:00, optional stop at Green Hill school.

Lodges subject to availability: Voi Wild Life Lodge; Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge.

Tsavo East + Amboseli + Tsavo West4 days / 3 nights

Tsavo East + Amboseli + Tsavo West

from 1.350€ group · prices per person

Private1.600€
Group1.350€
  • 3 parks in 4 days
  • Kilimanjaro at Amboseli
  • Game drive in Tsavo West
Itinerary

Day 1 · Tsavo East – 06:00 departure from Mombasa, buffet lunch at the lodge and game drive until sunset.

Day 2 · Amboseli – game drive en route, arrival at the foot of Kilimanjaro and afternoon safari.

Day 3 · Tsavo West – dawn drive, ~3 h transfer, safari until sunset.

Day 4 · Return – game drive until 10:00 and back to Watamu for lunch.

Lodges subject to availability: Ngulia Lodge; Voi Wild Life Lodge; Sentrim Lodge.

Included

  • 4x4 jeep with pop-up roof
  • Park entrance fees
  • Lodge stays, soft all-inclusive (drinks with meals excluded)
  • Water during game drives
  • Licensed Italian-speaking guide
  • Professional driver
  • Safari insurance with replacement vehicle and rescue

Not included

  • Breakfast on departure day
  • Drinks with meals
  • Tips and personal extras
  • Maasai village visit and night safari (on request)

What to bring

Summer clothes plus something warmer for evenings, hat, tropical insect repellent, high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, swimwear, plug adapter and a camera.

Lodges subject to availability. Times and travel durations are indicative. Departure point, times and lodges are agreed before confirmation.

Group trip

Kenya, beach & safari

9 nights in a pool villa in Watamu, a Tsavo East safari and two excursions. On your own, as a couple or with a friend.

€1,350 per person, flights excluded

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Package

Villa + Safari

Combine a stay in one of our villas in Watamu with a 2, 3 or 4-day safari. We'll prepare a tailor-made proposal for you.

Villa

Price on request: it varies with the season, number of guests and services included

Safari (prices per person)

  • Tsavo East 2 days / 1 nightPrivate 600€ · Group 350€
  • Amboseli + Tsavo East 3 days / 2 nightsPrivate 900€ · Group 720€
  • Taita Hills + Tsavo East 3 days / 2 nightsPrivate 850€ · Group 670€
  • Tsavo East + Amboseli + Tsavo West 4 days / 3 nightsPrivate 1.600€ · Group 1.350€

The destination

Watamu

Watamu is on the Kenyan coast, on the Indian Ocean: white sand beaches, a lagoon and a marine park.

From the villas, the Tsavo, Amboseli and Taita Hills parks are a few hours' drive away.

Beach and sea in Watamu, Kenya

Watamu

Discover Watamu

Lagoon, beaches, the market and restaurants by the sea.

The lagoon at low tide
The lagoon at low tide
Sunset over the sea
Sunset over the sea
Kangas along the beach
Kangas along the beach
Lunch by the sea
Lunch by the sea
Palms and turquoise water
Palms and turquoise water
In the shade by the lagoon
In the shade by the lagoon
Watamu at sunset
Watamu at sunset
Sunset over the creek
Sunset over the creek
Drinks by the water
Drinks by the water

Where we are

Kariboo Kenya

About us

We are Kariboo Kenya. We welcome you to Watamu and personally look after every stay and every safari, from your first WhatsApp message until the day you leave.

Let's plan your holiday

Tell us your dates, number of guests and what you'd like: we'll reply with availability and rates. Airport transfer available for 70€.

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