Colobus Conservation

Colobus Conservation in Diani works to protect the rare Angolan colobus monkey and other primates of the coastal forest. Families can take a guided tour to learn about the monkeys, see the 'colobridges' built to help them cross roads safely, and understand the conservation challenges of the coast. It's a meaningful, educational stop between beach days.

How a family visit works

1. 1Book a guided tour ahead. Tours run at set times; a walk-in does not guarantee a guide.
2. 2Meet at the Diani base. The visit is a conservation briefing and a walk, about an hour and a half, not a zoo circuit.
3. 3Look up for Angolan colobus in the coastal forest, then ask to see the colobridges — the rope bridges that let monkeys cross roads without coming down into traffic.
4. 4Let school-age kids ask about dogs, electrocution and habitat loss. That is the point of the stop between beach days.
5. 5Closed shoes for forest paths. Then you are back on the Diani road.

What kids actually do here

• Guided time with a Diani primate project
• Angolan colobus in coastal forest
• Colobridges over the roads
• A clear picture of why the monkeys get hit by cars
• A short educational stop between beach mornings
• Ages four and up can follow the tour

What to pack

• Closed shoes
• Water and a hat
• Insect repellent
• Quiet voices — it is a forest walk, not a playground

Parent questions

Do we need to book?

Yes. Tours run at set times. Book so you are sure of a guide.

Hours, tickets and activity rules change. Confirm the current details on the official site or at the gate before you travel.