Watamu Marine National Park Snorkeling Safari
Glide over technicolor coral gardens inside Kenya's oldest marine park, sharing the water with turtles, parrotfish and reef sharks.
Marine & Beach
Robinson Island Sandbank Escape
Duration
Full Day
Group Size
2–10 guests
Difficulty
Easy
Best Time
Year-round · tide-dependent, confirmed at booking
About This Experience
Twice a day the tide retreats to reveal a pristine white sandbank rising from the turquoise shallows off Watamu — a location so cinematic it's become the coast's favourite spot for a barefoot, private-island escape. This trip sails you out by traditional boat to claim a stretch of sand for the day, with nothing but sea, sky and horizon in every direction. Swim in bathwater-warm shallows, hunt for starfish and sand dollars, or simply recline under a beach umbrella while our crew fires up a driftwood barbecue of fresh fish, prawns and tropical fruit. It's the postcard moment every guest asks for — and one of the very few places on the coast where you can genuinely have an entire sandbank to yourselves.
Highlights
Exclusive access to a shifting tidal sandbank
Swim, snorkel and beachcomb in shallow turquoise water
Fresh barbecue lunch cooked beachside
Perfect for proposals, celebrations & photography
Shaded loungers and parasols set up on arrival
Locations Visited
Robinson Island Sandbank
Watamu Lagoon
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Sandbank Day
Depart by traditional boat mid-morning, timed precisely to the tide so the sandbank is fully exposed on arrival. Our crew sets up shade, loungers and a driftwood grill while you swim, snorkel the fringing shallows or simply sink your feet into the sand. Lunch is a barbecue of the day's fresh catch with coastal sides, followed by a lazy afternoon before the return sail as the bank slips back beneath the tide.
What's Included
- Return boat transfer
- Beach setup — loungers, shade & parasols
- Barbecue lunch and soft drinks
- Snorkeling gear
Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Professional photography add-on
- Gratuities
Need a fully custom quote — different group size, luxury upgrade, or added nights? Contact our team and we'll tailor it.
We schedule this trip around the tide tables and will recommend the best window for your stay when you enquire.
Visit our full FAQ page or contact us directly — we typically reply within a few hours.
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