What is Marriage?
Marriage, also called matrimony or wedlock, is a culturally and often legally recognized union between spouses. It establishes rights and obligations between them, as well as between them and their children, and between them and their in-laws.
Places To Get Married In Kenya
1. Diani Beach
Diani Beach is one of the major beach resorts of Kenya located 30 km south of Mombasa. It is known as One of the Best Beaches in Africa, for its pristine white beaches and coral reefs.
The beach has a view of turquoise green Indian Ocean water stretching until sunset. The swaying palm tree to the soft wind is just a cherry on top of this gorgeous wedding destination.
2. Mombasa – Port & Exotic Culture Beach
Diani Beach is one of the major beach resorts of Kenya located 30km south of Mombasa. It is known for its pristine white beaches and coral reefs.
The beach has a view of turquoise green Indian Ocean water stretching until sunset. The swaying palm tree to the soft wind is just a cherry on top of this gorgeous wedding destination.
3. Vipingo
In the last five years, almost half a dozen golf residential estates have been established in Kenya. Such a golf club and estate is the Vipingo Ridge Golf Estate on the Kenyan coast boasting prime homes overlooking the beach – creating an ideal wedding destination!
The Vipingo Ridge Golf Estate is a 2500-acre development with a scenic beach, an 18-hole course, and a game conservancy. It is also dotted with a private airstrip, lakes, woodland areas, and trails.
4. Kilifi
Kilifi should be on any couple’s top 5 lists for wedding destinations!
It is a lesser-known town and coast which has all-natural and virgin beaches. However, even here you can sail on dhows overlooking the pristine Indian Ocean and soak up the golden yellow sun and a lot more! There is a creek in Kilifi which is ideal for boating, water skiing, and kayaking. You can also spot flamingoes and many other birds boating in these waters.
5. Watamu
Watamu is a small town located 105 km away from Mombasa and lies between Blue Lagoon and Watamu Bay. The aquamarine waters on this coast are the perfect backdrop to the moment you have looked forward to your entire life, your wedding! You can have your wedding ceremony out on the beach on the white sands or in the gardens in the shade of palm trees.
This location has the most luxurious venues for paradise ceremonies! If the weather is suitable, the newly married couple and guests can go on a private dhow and toast the start of a great life together!
6. Malindi
Malindi is not exactly Florence, but it has a very obvious Italian feel to it. From the language to the food and the hotels and casinos; the entire town makes you feel like you are in a small part of Italy.
Italians especially love Malindi as they get to bask in the magnificent sun amongst the sandy white beaches. The Italian cuisine at Malindi is also very scrumptious. In short, Malindi is an African town with a pure Italian soul.
7. Lamu – African Venice
Lamu is a small town on Lamu Island which is part of the Lamu Archipelago. Lamu is Kenya’s oldest town and is rich in history and culture. It is also blessed with gorgeous natural beauty.
Lamu is a magical place that has beautiful sandy beaches, sand dunes, turquoise-green sea, and serene backwaters. It also has acacia tortilla trees and lush mangrove forests.
How much does the average wedding cost in Kenya?
At present, the average estimate of a wedding budget in Kenya is approximately Kes 500,000 on the low end and Kes 2,000,000 on the high end. What are your thoughts about the wedding budget?