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Hotel Pickup – South Coast 07:30 / North Coast 06:00
Pick up from your South Coast hotel at approximately 07:30 hrs, or around 06:00 hrs for North Coast hotels, and transfer south toward Shimoni.
Overview
The Wasini Island and Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park day trip is one of the Kenya Coast’s classic marine excursions. Travel to Shimoni, board a traditional dhow, watch for dolphins, snorkel among tropical marine life and enjoy lunch on Wasini Island before sailing back to the mainland.
Experience Highlights
Traditional dhow sailing
Dolphin watching
Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park
Snorkeling and tropical marine life
Wasini Island seafood lunch
Optional Shimoni cave visit
Detailed Day Trip Itinerary
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Arrival in Shimoni & Optional Slave Caves
On arrival in Shimoni, you may choose to visit the historic Shimoni slave caves before proceeding to the dhow boarding point.
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Board the Dhow & Light Breakfast
Board the traditional dhow and enjoy a light breakfast as the vessel sails away from Shimoni. Keep watch for dolphins as you cruise across the clear waters toward Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park.
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Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park – Snorkeling
Arrive at the marine park and enjoy approximately one hour of snorkeling. Discover colourful fish, coral formations and the diverse marine life of this protected Indian Ocean ecosystem.
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Soft Drinks on Board & Sail to Wasini Island
After snorkeling, enjoy soft drinks on board while the dhow continues toward Wasini Island, with time to relax and enjoy the coastal scenery.
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Lunch on Wasini Island
Lunch is served at a local restaurant on Wasini Island. The menu may include seafood, rice, coconut dishes, chicken and vegetarian options.
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Relax or Visit the Coral Garden
After lunch, relax at the restaurant and enjoy the cool afternoon sea breeze, or choose an optional visit to the Coral Garden depending on conditions and availability.
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Sail Back to Shimoni & Hotel Transfer
Sail back to the mainland at around 16:00 hrs, then meet your driver for the return transfer to your hotel.
What to Pack
Light cotton clothing
Swimsuit
Hat and sunglasses
Camera
Binoculars
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Comfortable footwear
Small waterproof bag
Excursion Route Map
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Diani Beach – – – Shimoni – – – Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park – – – Wasini Island
Included & Not Included
Included in Tour
- Transport in a minivan / safari vehicle
- Dhow / boat trip
- Rental of snorkeling equipment
- Seafood lunch
- Entrance fee for the marine national park
- Qualified English-speaking local tour guide / driver
Not Included in Tour
- Entrance fee to Shimoni cave
- Additional drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Other personal needs
- Optional Coral Garden visit where separately charged
