Skippers · outside Mombassa
in Kenya 🇰🇪
→ teamskippers.com
a coliving community · since 2023
We’re are a sustainable coliving on the coast of Kenya in a bustling beach town called Diani. For solo travallers, digital nomads and explorers. A great start and end point for adventures, sitting on the circuit from Nairobi to Zanzibar, and Kenya itself is an adventurers paradise.
We want to improve the travel experience for international nomads, adventurers, long-stay travellers and domestic remote workers with a network of vibrant communities starting in East Africa and beyond. We’ll do this while also giving back and integrating with local communities to help improve digital skills and empower the next generation.
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I spent six weeks at Skippers and thoroughly enjoyed my stay! Between the friendly staff, excellent facilities, affordable rates and ever-helpful and proactive hosts, Skippers is a great place for nomads and travellers. Duncan, the owner, has an excellent sense of what nomads need, whether it’s a productive work environment to on-site exercise facilities or convenient and affordable meal options, Skippers has it covered. I’ve stayed at many co-livings, and Skippers is right among the best. I look forward to returning and would highly recommend to any fellow nomads!
Lovely environment and community - I'll definitely be back.
The rooms are all insulated, air-conditioned container units with en-suite bathrooms and good wifi. A communal washing machine is available, the only one I've seen so far in Kenya. The power is all solar, with a backup generator which was used once during the month we stayed.
The co-working workspace is a separate container and there was never a shortage of desks. our room also contained a desk chair, monitor and table. WiFi is starlink, connection and download speeds were great.
Community while we were there was very well managed. (Thanks Izzy!). We had regular social events and excursions - snorkelling, meals out, group running, etc. The restaurant is a great third space which we'd regularly go to for passive socialising.
Food options were also lovely, and we were very grateful to have access to a simple kitchen for basic cooking.
The surrounding area hosts local shops and restaurants. People living in the area were kind and not at all bothersome. My girlfriend regularly went for solo runs all over the nearby area and, in her words, 'never felt unsafe'. The only exception would be in moderately pestering merchants on the nearby beach - however even there they were far less persistent than most.
We also loved the dogs, monkeys, and incredible array of birds.
Motorbike or scooter rental can also be arranged, with the best value bikes I've ever encountered. In the nearby Taita Hills we saw giraffe, zebra, and elephant - making for a cheap & incredible day trip!
We had a lovely time staying in Skippers and will very likely be back, thank you!
I recently stayed at Skippers Coliving in Diani and had a great experience. The room was super comfy with its own bathroom and air conditioning, plus the high-speed internet made working a breeze. I really enjoyed hanging out by the pool and trying the amazing pizzas at the on-site restaurant. The vibe was friendly and relaxed, with plenty of events to meet other remote workers and travellers. Plus, being just a short walk from the beautiful Diani Beach was a huge bonus. Highly recommend it!
I normally go to Asia or South America to escape the Scandinavian winters. But it was time for a change and I started researching Africa. Everything seemed exciting apart from the little nervous feeling in my stomach regarding my need for reliable high speed internet.
But I took the chance and booked three months at Skippers. Which I never regretted.
The power and internet is taken very well care of and it just works. All the time.
That made it possible to enjoy the nice beach very close by, the lovely community they have created with a small pool, a gym, a restaurant (with great pizzas) and just a nice, safe place and a perfect match between privacy and togetherness.
The rooms are nice and the straff sweet and helpful.
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Diani is small but have everything you need in terms of bars, restaurants, supermarkets.
Skippers was my first coliving experience, and I will have a hard time topping it anywhere else!
Every part of my stay was perfect, from Camilla, Duncan and the staff being super friendly, to everything I needed being available on site (high quality coffee, gym, healthy and yummy food, reliable and fast internet), and comfortable home-like accommodation.
The camp is very well located - near shops, restaurants, bars and the beach, and the surroundings are safe and friendly. There's even bikes to explore the outside.
Making friends is so easy: there's always something happening as this little community is very active and eager to hang out together.
It's simple, if you want to make memories for a lifetime, go to Diani and book Skippers.
Staying here is an experience like no other! From the moment you arrive, Camilla and Duncan make you feel right at home. Their warmth, attentiveness, and dedication to creating a welcoming environment set this place apart.
The location is great—everything is close or one short tuktuk ride away. The space itself is a mix between a vibrant ambiance and comfort. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, working in the office, or hitting the gym, you’ll find everything you need to thrive.
And the food? Absolutely next-level! The chefs here craft the best pizza in Kenya—hands down. Pair that with their Thursday live music nights, and you’ve got a perfect recipe for unforgettable evenings.
This place is truly a home away from home. If you’re looking for a coliving space that blends community, comfort, and fun, look no further. Don’t hesitate— I highly recommend!
Gorgeous coliving right in the heart of diani and a 5 minute walk to the beach. The owners are lovely and staff can sort anything at all out for you. WiFi and power are strong and reliable - Starlink with double redundancy and power likewise triple-redundant. Rooms are perfect with a desk and the separate office and gym are great. Huge amount of food on offer too, including daily lunchboxes to make working hard easy if you want to. Love it here
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