Diani Experiences, Curated Around Your Goals.

Diani Morning Experience Birdsong & Breakfast

Begin your morning with shared pickup within Diani and travel to Kongo River, where a local canoe and your coastal morning await. Glide through calm mangrove waters in the soft morning sun, watching for herons and other birdlife while your local guide helps you understand the river, mangroves and surrounding ecosystem. After the canoe ride, step ashore and stroll through the village. Meet a local family that keeps birds and learn about the birds they care for and raise, giving you an opportunity to experience local village life beyond the usual tourist route. Continue to a Digo homestead, where you will sit on woven mikeka and enjoy breakfast the Swahili way: unhurried, communal and close to the ground. A typical breakfast may include mbaazi with coconut beans, fresh chapati, golden mahamri, spiced black tea and fresh coconut. After breakfast, stroll back to the canoe and ride through the mangroves toward Diani in the warm morning light. Assisted photography is included so you can leave with more than memories. The experience ends with shared drop-off within Diani. Birdsong & Breakfast brings together mangrove scenery, birdlife, village life, Digo culture and Swahili hospitality in one relaxed coastal morning.

Deep Sea & Table

Go beyond booking a fishing charter. Putu turns the charter into a complete day: the journey out, the fishing experience, the time on the water and the meal or post-fishing stop that follows. Choose the length of your charter according to how serious you want the fishing to be.

Ocean Freedom Day

Some ocean days are meant to be unhurried. Ocean Freedom Day takes you from Diani to the turquoise waters of Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park for a privately coordinated day of dolphin spotting, guided snorkelling, relaxed boat time and coastal dining. Your private transfer, boat, marine guide, park fees and lunch are arranged in advance. The schedule remains flexible around the tides, sea conditions and your preferred pace - giving you enough structure to enjoy the experience without turning the day into a checklist. From the journey to Shimoni to your return to Diani, Putu handles the movement and coordination so you can concentrate on the ocean.

Secret Beach Reset

Not every meaningful travel experience needs more activity. Sometimes the point is to get somewhere beautiful, put the phone down for a while and have nowhere else to be. We take you away from the busier parts of Diani for a quiet coastal reset, with a thoughtful picnic and time that is intentionally left open.

Tiwi Blue Escape-Private Experience

The reef, the pool and an unrushed escape Your Tiwi Blue Escape begins with private pick-up from your accommodation within Diani. You will be transferred to the boat departure point and travel privately along the coast to Tiwi. At low tide, your local guide leads you across the coral formations towards the African Pool, where you can swim, float and snorkel in the naturally enclosed water before returning to Diani on your own schedule.

Wild Coast Nature Day

Step away from the water for a Diani day shaped by coastal forest, wildlife and local knowledge. We match the exact route to your interests - whether you want monkeys, forest, conservation, a slower nature walk or a combination with a meal and scenic stop.

Reel Diani - Private Fishing Day

There is nothing quite like starting the day on the Indian Ocean with your own boat, professional fishing equipment and an experienced crew ready to guide the adventure. Reel Diani is Putu Travels' private fishing experience for solo travellers, couples, families and small groups of up to five guests. Choose a charter lasting between four and nine hours, depending on how much time you would like to spend on the water. Your day begins with private pickup from your hotel, villa or accommodation within Diani. You will be transferred to the departure point, welcomed by the fishing crew and briefed before heading out to sea. The charter includes the fishing equipment, bait and non-alcoholic refreshments needed for the trip. At the end of the experience, your private driver will return you directly to your accommodation. No shared transfers and no crowded group itinerary - just your private party, the crew and the open ocean.

Banana Boat or Sofa Ride (20 min)

"Bring a companion for a 20 minute towable ride."

Choose the banana boat or the sofa ride for 20 minutes on the water, with private transfers and Putu host support included in your outing. The price shown is the total for two guests. A minimum of two participants applies.

Chale Island & Dolphin Jet Ski Safari

"Ride the Chale Island route with a chance to spot dolphins."

Choose a 75 or 90 minute jet ski safari on the Chale Island and dolphin-sighting route, or the 90 minute option that adds the mangroves. Routes and wildlife opportunities depend on conditions; sightings are never guaranteed. This is a jet ski route, not island entry, a hotel visit or an included lunch. Each price covers your whole outing: one jet ski shared by up to two riders, or two jet skis with one rider each, with one private return transfer and host. Rider ages and configuration are confirmed with the operator before payment.

Chale Island Boat Cruise

"Enjoy a coastal boat cruise on the Chale Island route."

A two to three hour coastal boat cruise on Freetyme's Chale Island route. Putu arranges private Diani transfers and host support for your arrival and booking arrangements. This is a boat price, not a per-person rate, covering one or two guests. Boats carry a maximum of four to five people depending on the boat; larger groups are quoted separately. This cruise does not include fishing, snorkelling, island entry, hotel access or meals.

Diani Deep Sea Fishing Escape

"Spend time offshore on a fishing charter."

Spend time offshore on a fishing charter arranged around your preferred duration. Choose four to nine hours on the water, with fishing equipment, bait and non-alcoholic beverages included. Putu handles private Diani transfers, arrival arrangements and supplier payment. Prices are per boat, not per person, and cover one or two guests. A solo guest pays the same as a couple sharing the boat. Boats carry a maximum of four to five people depending on the boat; larger groups are quoted separately because they need a bigger vehicle. A catch, specific species, fish ownership, lunch or cooking of the catch are not guaranteed.

Diani Reef Diving for Certified Divers

"Already certified? Join a guided dive morning on the reef."

Join a guided dive morning exploring sites selected for your experience and the day's conditions. PADI, SSI and equivalent recognised Open Water certifications are welcome, subject to verification. You do not need to repeat a beginner course because your certification is from another agency. Bring your certification details and tell us when you last dived. Deeper sites require suitable qualifications; a refresher may be recommended after a break. Travelling together? Price per person: USD 120 for 1 or 2 participants, USD 100 for 4 or more booked together. Contact Putu for three-person bookings.

Dolphin Sighting Boat Cruise

"Head out with the opportunity to spot dolphins."

A two to three hour boat outing with the opportunity to spot dolphins. Putu coordinates your departure, private Diani transfers and host support. Wildlife sightings depend on the day and cannot be guaranteed. This is a boat price, not a per-person rate, covering one or two guests. Boats carry a maximum of four to five people depending on the boat; larger groups are quoted separately.

Dolphin Sighting Jet Ski Safari

"Head out on a dolphin-sighting route by jet ski."

A one-hour jet ski safari on the dolphin-sighting route. Routes and wildlife opportunities depend on conditions; sightings are never guaranteed. Choose one jet ski shared by up to two riders, or two jet skis with one rider each. Each price covers your whole outing, including one private return transfer and host. Rider ages and configuration are confirmed with the operator before payment.

Jet Ski Fun Ride

"Add some speed to your Diani stay."

Add some speed to your Diani stay. Choose a 15, 20, 30 or 60 minute ride, on your own or sharing one jet ski with a companion at the same activity price, subject to operator eligibility. Putu arranges your private return transfer within Diani and a host to welcome you at the activity location and handle the arrangements. Each price covers your whole outing: one jet ski shared by up to two riders, or two jet skis with one rider each. Transport and host support are charged once per outing, not per ski. Rider ages and configuration are confirmed with the operator before payment.

Kayak Escape

"Paddle at your own pace."

Choose a single kayak for your own pace or a double kayak to paddle together, for one hour or the supplier's half-day rental. Putu arranges your Diani transfers and a host to handle arrival and payment. This is an equipment rental, not a lesson or guided tour. Each price covers your whole outing, including one private return transfer and host.

SSI Advanced Open Water: Build Your Experience

"Ready to develop your skills? Try five new underwater experiences."

Explore five introductory specialty areas with an instructor, building confidence through new underwater experiences. An Open Water certification from SSI or an equivalent recognised agency is required. Your dive selection depends on age, qualifications, interests and conditions. Eligible divers completing the Deep Diving adventure dive may progress to 30 metres. These introductory dives do not each award a full specialty certification. Travelling together? Price per person: USD 460 for 1 participant, USD 449 for 2, USD 419 for 4 or more booked together. Contact Putu for three-person bookings.

SSI Open Water Diver: Learn to Dive

"Give your holiday a lasting new skill."

Learn the theory, practise in the pool and complete four ocean training dives towards an internationally recognised SSI Open Water Diver certification. Successful adult participants qualify to dive with a buddy to a maximum of 18 metres. Junior depth and supervision restrictions apply. The course includes a swimming and floating assessment. Choose the optional fourth day and get two additional fun dives at no extra charge. Travelling together? Price per person: USD 499 for 1 participant, USD 480 for 2, USD 450 for 4 or more booked together. Contact Putu for three-person bookings.

SSI Scuba Diver: Your First Certification

"Make diving part of your travels, even with limited time."

This shorter certification course combines digital learning, pool practice and ocean training. It suits travellers with limited time in Diani. Successful completion qualifies you to dive to a maximum of 12 metres under professional supervision. Junior restrictions apply. You can continue towards Open Water certification later. Travelling together? Price per person: USD 380 for 1 participant, USD 370 for 2, USD 350 for 4 or more booked together. Contact Putu for three-person bookings.

Stand Up Paddleboard Session

"Take your time on the water."

Take your time on the water with a stand up paddleboard rental. Choose one hour, half a day or a full day, for one board or two. Putu handles the transfer and arrival arrangements. This is an equipment rental, not a lesson or guided session. Each price covers your whole outing, including one private return transfer and host.

Try Scuba: Pool & Ocean

"Your first underwater breath, with an instructor beside you."

Curious about scuba? Begin with an instructor-led pool introduction, get comfortable with the equipment, then head into the ocean for two supervised reef dives. Diving is delivered by Ocean Tribe and arranged by Putu Travels. Maximum depth is 12 metres, subject to your instructor's assessment. Participants must be comfortable in water and able to float or tread water for 10 minutes. This is an introductory experience, not a full Open Water certification. Your pool and boat schedule will be confirmed when booking. Travelling together? Price per person: USD 180 for 1 participant, USD 170 for 2, USD 150 for 4 or more booked together. Contact Putu for three-person bookings.

Windsurfing Lessons

"Learn a new way to enjoy the coast."

Learn a new way to enjoy the coast with individual windsurfing lessons. Start with one hour or choose a longer course spread over several visit days, with private transfers and Putu host support arranged around your lesson schedule. Prices are per learner and include a private return transfer and host for each visit day. Two guests taking individual lessons pay two lesson fees but share the vehicle and one host charge on each shared outing. Your lesson dates and number of visit days are confirmed before payment.