Safari Blue Watamu – Full-Day Itinerary
- Safari Blue Watamu
Plan
7:30 AM – Pick-up & Transfer to the Departure Point
Pick-up from your hotel or meeting point in Watamu.
Transfer to the boat departure area, usually in Watamu or Mida Creek.
8:00 AM – Departure & Dolphin Watching
Set sail on a traditional dhow or speedboat.
Head towards Watamu Marine National Park, known for its clear waters and vibrant marine life.
Stop at Dolphin Hotspots in search of bottlenose and humpback dolphins. Sightings are common but not guaranteed.
9:30 AM – Snorkeling in Watamu Marine Park
First snorkeling stop at the coral gardens, home to colorful fish, sea turtles, and stunning corals.
Second snorkeling stop (optional) at another reef, depending on the tide and visibility.
11:00 AM – Sandbank Stop & Relaxation
Arrive at Sudi Island Sandbank or another secluded white sandbank.
Swim, sunbathe, and take in the beautiful views of the Indian Ocean.
12:30 PM – Seafood Lunch & Swahili Delicacies
Head to Sudi Island or a similar beachside location for a feast.
Enjoy fresh seafood (lobster, prawns, calamari, fish), grilled meats, coconut rice, chapati, and tropical fruits.
Refreshing drinks, including soft drinks and coconut water, are served.
2:00 PM – Canoe Ride through Mida Creek (Optional)
Explore the mangrove ecosystem on a traditional canoe.
Spot birds like kingfishers, fish eagles, and herons.
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the creek.
3:30 PM – Return Journey
Board the dhow for a scenic sail back to the starting point.
Enjoy Swahili music and drinks on board.
4:30 PM – Drop-off at Hotel
Arrive back at the shore and transfer to your hotel or pick-up point.
Safari Tips :
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, lip balm. Insect repellent (possibly tropical version, should be applied every 6-8 hours).
Clothing must be comfortable, bring long changes of clothes for the evening and early morning, t-shirt and shorts for the day, but remember to bring several changes because the red soil of the savannah can be annoying. Also remember a swimsuit because in the accommodations there is often a swimming pool and comfortable shoes (possibly old and not white to avoid the risk of staining them). Also important are essential medicines, including painkillers for common headaches, medicine for dysentery, paracetamol and eye drops for any dirt in the eyes. Adapter for ENGLISH-type power socket and power bank. Camera and, if you want to be sure to see animals even from a distance, binoculars. REMEMBER: drones are prohibited in Kenya.
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