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Watamu Marine National Park Snorkeling Safari

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Duration Full Day
Group Size 2–12 guests
Difficulty Easy
Best Time Year-round · calmest Dec–Mar & Jul–Oct

About This Experience

Watamu Marine National Park is one of the most biodiverse reef systems on the East African coast — a protected mosaic of coral gardens, seagrass meadows and mangrove channels teeming with over 600 species of fish. This full-day marine safari puts you in the water with a certified local skipper and guide who has spent a lifetime reading these reefs, steering you to the healthiest coral heads, resident green turtle cleaning stations and the famous 'Whale Island' drop-off. Between snorkel sessions, relax aboard a traditional glass-viewing boat as it drifts across lagoons so clear you can count the starfish on the seabed six metres down. The day closes with a fresh seafood lunch on a private stretch of sand, feet in the water, before the return cruise home in the golden afternoon light.

Highlights

Snorkel three distinct reef sites with a marine-certified guide
Swim above resident green & hawksbill turtles
Glass-bottom boat viewing of coral gardens and reef fish
Fresh grilled seafood beach lunch included
Mangrove channel cruise through Mida Creek estuary

Locations Visited

Watamu Marine National Park Watamu Beach

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Reef Exploration & Beach Feast

Depart Watamu jetty at 8:30am aboard a traditional dhow fitted with snorkel gear and life vests for every guest. Your skipper navigates the marked channel into the National Park, anchoring at the first of three reef sites chosen for the day's tide and current. Snorkel among parrotfish, moray eels, lionfish and — with good fortune — reef sharks and eagle rays cruising the drop-offs. Mid-morning, cruise slowly over the seagrass beds where green turtles graze, watched respectfully from the glass-viewing hull. By early afternoon you'll land on a private sandbar for a barbecue of the morning's catch, tropical fruit and cold drinks, before a final swim and the leisurely sail home as the light turns gold.

Reef Exploration & Beach Feast

What's Included

  • Return transfers from Watamu / Malindi hotels
  • Marine Park entry fees & conservation levy
  • Snorkeling mask, snorkel, fins & life jacket
  • Certified boat skipper and snorkel guide
  • Fresh seafood beach lunch and soft drinks
  • Bottled water throughout the day

Not Included

  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Underwater camera / GoPro rental
  • Gratuities for crew and guide
  • Personal travel insurance
Need a fully custom quote — different group size, luxury upgrade, or added nights? Contact our team and we'll tailor it.
Basic swimming confidence is recommended, but life jackets are provided for all guests and our guides stay close to less confident swimmers throughout.
Reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, swimwear, a light cover-up and a sense of adventure. Towels and snorkel gear are provided.
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