Watamu Marine National Park
KENYA SAFARIS
Kenya has around five Marine National Parks and Reserves, with Watamu Marine National Park and Reserve being one of the first, located about 140 km north of Mombasa. Established in 1968 by the Kenyan Government, Watamu Marine Park was created to protect marine life, and in 1979, the UN designated it as a World Biosphere Reserve.
Spanning 10 square kilometers, the park is home to many species that rely on the water for survival. There are over 600 fish species, along with 1,000 species living on soft and hard corals along its edges. Watamu is also home to 110 types of stony coral, various invertebrates, crustaceans, and mollusks. Visitors might spot whale sharks, manta rays, octopuses, barracudas, turtles, different birds, and the rare dugong.
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Activities Watamu Marine National Park
Bird Watching in Watamu Marine National Park, Kenya
The park is home to over 100 bird species across coral gardens, palm trees, farms, and bushes. Some commonly seen birds are the Black Kite, Common Bulbul, White-Browed Coucal, Speckled Mousebird, Yellow Canaries, and Golden Palm Weavers. To make the most of birdwatching, bring binoculars and a guidebook on water birds.
Snorkeling in Watamu Marine National Park, Kenya
Snorkeling offers an up-close look at marine life. You’ll need a snorkel, mask, and fins, which are available for rent, and some people bring a diving mask for better visibility. Essential items include sandals or flip-flops to protect your feet, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, and water to stay hydrated.
Turtle Watching in Watamu Marine National Park, Kenya
The park is home to Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins, also known as Indian Ocean humpback dolphins. Watamu Marine Excursions, with over 20 years of experience, provides guided dolphin-watching tours that are safe and respectful of the dolphins’ environment.
Dolphin Watching in Watamu Marine National Park, Kenya
The park is home to Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins, also known as Indian Ocean humpback dolphins. Watamu Marine Excursions, with over 20 years of experience, provides guided dolphin-watching tours that are safe and respectful of the dolphins’ environment.
Sailing on a Traditional Dhow in Watamu Marine National Park, Kenya
Visitors can enjoy sailing on a traditional Arabic dhow to see the park’s fish and bird life up close. Glass-bottom boat rides are also available, and the park offers other activities like water skiing, windsurfing, and sunbathing.
How to get to Watamu Marine National Park
Visitors can reach Watamu Marine Park by traveling 120 kilometers north from Mombasa or 28 kilometers south from Malindi. Flights are also available from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to Malindi Airport for those who prefer to fly.
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