Kenyatta Beach

South Coast


Busy with vacationing Kenyan families and snack sellers peddling their wares, Kenyatta Beach is the place to come if you're looking for a totally local scene. There are various family-friendly attractions, including a go-kart track and a complete absence of the beach boys who haunt other beaches.


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