Watamu
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Kenya North Coast 2 tours

Watamu

Turquoise coral-reef marine park — turtles, dolphins and the Mida Creek mangroves.

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Country

Kenya

Region

North Coast

Best time

July–October; January–March

About Watamu

Watamu's Marine Park is one of East Africa's oldest protected reefs. Expect pristine beaches, sea turtles, dolphins and a mangrove-fringed Mida Creek alive with migratory birds.

Highlights

  • Watamu Marine National Park
  • Sea turtle rescue centre
  • Mida Creek mangroves
  • Gede Ruins nearby

Best time to visit

July–October; January–March

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Tours that visit Watamu

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Watamu Marine + Gede Ruins — 4 Days
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Kenya
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$890/pp
4 days / 3 nights
Beach, Coast & Islands Easy

Watamu Marine + Gede Ruins — 4 Days

Turtle nesting beaches, coral reefs, and the haunting 13th-century Swahili city of Gede.

  • ✓Return road transfers from Malindi Airport or Malindi town centre
  • ✓3 nights accommodation in a 3-star beach hotel on half-board basis (breakfast and dinner)
  • ✓Gede Ruins National Monument entry fees and qualified site guide
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