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Watamu, Kenya

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Watamu

Watamu is a coastal town in Kenya on the Indian Ocean.

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Landmark4.6/5

Watamu Beach

Welcome to Watamu Beach, where turquoise waters meet pristine white sands in a picturesque tropical paradise. This lively coastal gem in Kenya offers sun-kissed relaxation, thrilling water sports, and vibrant local culture. Explore the coral reefs teeming with colorful marine life, indulge in delicious seafood, and soak up the contagious energy of this idyllic beach haven. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure at Watamu Beach!

Landmark4.4/5

Malindi Marine Boat Excursions

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Indian Ocean with Malindi Marine Boat Excursions, where thrilling adventures and vibrant marine life await, making it a must-visit gem on Kenya’s stunning coastline.

Culture4.5/5

Gede Ruins

Landmark4.5/5

Mida Creek

Nestled in Watamu, Mida Creek offers breathtaking mangrove forests, vibrant birdlife, and stunning sunsets, making it a serene paradise for nature lovers and eco-adventurers alike.

Eat$$$4.1/5

Everything Fish Bar and restaurant watamu

Everything Fish Bar and Restaurant in Watamu is renowned for its fresh, expertly prepared seafood and vibrant atmosphere, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and travelers seeking an authentic coastal dining experience.

Eat$$$4.5/5

Prawns Lake

Cafe$$$4.6/5

Isla Cafè

Eat$$$4.7/5

Kibo Restaurant

Beachside seafood restaurant in Watamu. You can eat with your feet in the sand while music plays.

Stays

Stay$$$$4.4/5

Hemingways Watamu

Offering a spa and wellness centre, 2 pools surrounded by palm trees, Hemingways Watamu is located on the beachfront of Watamu. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi. The rooms are furnished in a modern style and offer bright interiors with views of the ocean. Each has a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The on-site restaurant offers outdoor dining with ocean views. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it features eclectic cuisine with a focus on fresh sea food. Guests can partake in an array of activities in the area, such as snorkeling, fishing, and bird watching. The Gede Ruins are a 5-minute drive from the property, while Malindi Airport is 20 km away.

Stay$4.4/5

Watamu Sunrise Villa

Watamu Sunrise Villa in Watamu offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Each room includes a kitchenette, washing machine, and free toiletries. Guests enjoy a lounge, shared kitchen, outdoor swimming pool, terrace, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a garden, patio, and free WiFi in public areas. Located 17 km from Malindi Airport and a 5-minute walk to Papa Remo Beach, the homestay provides easy access to local attractions. Highly rated for its friendly host, swimming pool, and beach access.

Stay3.65/5

Tembo Village watamu

Featuring free WiFi, private parking and pool with a view, the recently renovated property of TEMBO Village Watamu, offers accommodation in Watamu, 500 metres from Watamu Bay Beach and 23 km from Watamu National Marine Park. It is situated 1.2 km from Bio-Ken Snake Farm and features full-day security. Guests can access the homestay via private entrance. Units are fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, and a private bathroom with slippers and shower. Some units have a terrace and/or a balcony with pool or garden views. Guests can grab a bite to eat in an outdoor dining area at the homestay. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Malindi Marine National Park is 18 km from the homestay, while Arabuko Sokoke National Park is 19 km from the property. Malindi Airport is 19 km away.

Stay4.7/5

Watamu Treehouse

Nestled along Turtle Bay Road, Watamu Treehouse offers breathtaking ocean views, unique architecture, and a serene atmosphere, making it an iconic getaway for nature lovers and seekers of tranquility in Kenya's stunning coastline.

Stay4.3/5

Turtle Bay Beach Resort Watamu

Nestled along Kenya's stunning coastline, Turtle Bay Beach Resort Watamu offers idyllic beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and exceptional hospitality, making it an unforgettable destination for relaxation and adventure in paradise.

Things To Do
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5/5
48 h

Safari-Tsavo east national park -2 days 1 night

This is the biggest national park in kenya,Come experience nature at a close range and get to meet the beautiful animals of the savannah up close to you at there kingdom in africa.

$512.41
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5/5

7 Days Kenyan Safaris

This safari is Unique because it is. Personalized Experience: Tailored itineraries and private safari options. Off-the-Beaten-Path Locations: Access to hidden gems and exclusive wildlife areas. Cultural Immersion: Direct interaction with local communities, especially Maasai culture. Diverse Wildlife Encounters: From walking safaris to private game drives, enjoy close, uncrowded encounters with wildlife. Exclusive Activities: Helicopter rides, hot air balloon rides, and sundowner experiences. Luxury & Comfort: Premium accommodations and highly experienced guides for a top-notch experience. Sustainable Tourism: Eco-friendly and responsible practices that benefit both local communities and conservation efforts. The Heritawi Safari stands out by blending adventure, luxury, culture, and wildlife in a way that makes the experience both unique and unforgettable. Whether you're a first-time visitor to Kenya or a seasoned safari-goer, this tour promises to offer something special.

$4,573.34
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5/5
96 h

4 Days Tsavo West – Amboseli and Tsavo East Safari

You’ll have plenty of time to explore these three famous parks on this Natural World Kenya Safaris 4-day tour. Elephants galore! plus all the big game you’ve seen in photos and on TV. So, take a break from the beach and see the other Kenya on this relaxed safari… and make your own photos and memories. The Tsavo parks are big and host a wonderland of wildlife. You’ll enjoy the scenic expanse of Tsavo West National Park with its unexpected green springs and unique rhino sanctuary. All of Africa’s “Big Five” are here, plus lots of smaller game and birdlife. Picture an endless, rugged expanse, accented with its red-dust soil and busy watering holes hosting thirsty wildlife – this is Tsavo East National Park, Kenya’s largest. Keep an eye out for lion, leopard, giraffe and zebra.

$2,395.00
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5/5
6 h

Full-Day Safari Blue Tour with Snorkeling Dolphins & Island Stop

Guaranteed Dolphin Spotting (in season): One of the biggest highlights! Watamu Marine Park is home to playful bottlenose dolphins, and you'll often see them swimming alongside the dhow – a magical moment you’ll never forget. Traditional Glass boat Sailing: Enjoy a relaxed, cultural sea journey guided by experienced local sailors. ️ Private Sandbank Picnic: Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch, fresh tropical fruits, and cold drinks served on a remote sandbank—perfect for swimming and unwinding in nature. Snorkeling in a Protected Marine Park: Dive into the clear waters of Watamu Marine Reserve, where you’ll spot coral gardens, sea turtles, vibrant reef fish, and more. Perfect Balance of Adventure and Relaxation: Whether you're snorkeling, watching dolphins, sunbathing, or simply enjoying the views. ‍✈️ Knowledgeable Local Guides: Our guides are not just experts in marine life, but also passionate storytellers who ensure you leave with memories

$90.00
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5/5
10 h

Malindi Explorer: City Tour & Mambrui Sand Dunes Adventure

The Malindi Explorer: City Tour & Mambrui Sand Dunes Adventure offers a perfect combination of culture, history, nature, and adventure in a single day. Unlike typical city tours, this experience takes you beyond the town to discover the hidden beauty of Malindi’s coastal desert landscape at the spectacular Mambrui Sand Dunes. Travelers enjoy the rare opportunity to see golden sand dunes meeting the Indian Ocean, a unique scenery found in very few places along the Kenyan coast. The tour also explores the rich heritage of Malindi, where visitors learn about the town’s Swahili, Arab, and European influences while visiting historical landmarks and vibrant local markets. With a knowledgeable local guide, guests enjoy the trip This experience is ideal for travelers who want more than sightseeing. It combines cultural exploration, scenic landscapes, and optional adventure activities such as quad biking or camel riding on the dunes, making it a truly diverse and memorable Malindi experience.

$60.00
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5/5
72 h

3 Days Tsavo East & Amboseli (2 Nights)

This is one very important Kenya safari tour away from Mombasa. It is of great value for those who like to explore Amboseli National Park, a lifetime dream come true for those who like to see Mount Kilimanjaro. Amboseli is also home to the massive African elephants!

$1,292.21
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5/5
72 h

3-Day Tsavo East and Tsavo West Safari

Tsavo West is known for its Red Elephants and holds the legend of Tsavo man eaters- two lions accused of killing and eating around 135 men in Kenya in 1898. Guests will stay in Savora Salt Lick Lodge, a luxurious escape set in the heart of the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary overlooking a waterhole and the vast Tsavo plains.

$1,264.29
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5/5
72 h

Private 3 Day Tsavo East Safari from Mombasa

This private, 3-day trip to Tsavo East National Park offers you the opportunity of safari life with just your party. Travel by a customized safari car with a pop up roof, so you can get up close to more of what wildlife the park has to offer. You will spend the night at the luxury Voi wildlife lodge complete with stunning views of the park and animals coming to the water hole. NOTE; This is also private for your party only

$785.82
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5/5
48 h

Elky Tours 2 Days Tsavo East Tour

The sight of dust red elephant wallowing, rolling and spraying each other with the midnight blue waters of palm-shaded Galana River is one of the most evocative images in Africa. Along with the 300km long Yatta Plateau, the longest lava flow in the world, make for an adventure unlike any other in Tsavo East. The park forms the largest protected area in Kenya and is home to most of the larger mammals, vast herds of dust–red elephant, Rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, pods of hippo, crocodile, waterbucks, lesser Kudu, gerenuk and the prolific bird life features 500 recorded species Game in Tsavo East includes the famous Big 5. Other sought after species are black rhino, hirola antelope, mongoose, giraffe, bat-eared fox, hyrax, Grevy's zebra, ground pangolin, Sykes's monkey, black faced vervet monkey and dik dik, to name but a few. Over 500species of bird been recorded in the area, including ostrich, kestrel, starling, weaver bird, kingfisher, buzzard, hornbill, secretary bird and heron.

$595.00
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5/5
120 h

5 Days Kenyan Beach Safari In Watamu

Enjoy our 5 Days Kenyan Beach Safari relaxing at the Kenyan Coast of Watamu, Located north of Mombasa, the small coastal village of Watamu is renowned for the Watamu Marine National Park. The park boasts three sparkling bays, white-sand beaches and an underwater coral wonderland offering one of the best snorkelling and diving experiences on the East African coast. This charming village is surrounded by an abundance of natural beauty; fringed by lush tropical rainforests and mangroves. We have designed this Kenyan Beach Safari with you in mind.

$4,061.54
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5/5
48 h

2 Days Kenya Safari special Tsavo East and Taita hills Saltlick from Mombasa

One of the best holiday safaris featuring Tsavo National park,Prefered by travellers who do not want long hours of travel, short and you view most of wild animals. Holiday safari with great memories

$650.00
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5/5
72 h

3 Days Tsavo East & Tsavo West Safari

You’ve been enjoying the best of the Kenya coast, now experience the best of Kenya’s wild parks! Hop into our 4 x 4 safari Jeeps for a fun drive to the great plains of Tsavo East National Park where you’ll find Africa’s largest game. Then we’ll journey to sister park, Tsavo West National Park with its rolling hills, green springs and famous lions. You’ll go from powdery beaches to elephant, giraffe and buffalo in just one morning – only in East Africa. Natural World Kenya Safaris will be your guide on this 3-day adventure to Kenya’s largest park, Tsavo East, where majestic herds of elephants roll in the red-dust plains and legendary lions prowl near busy watering holes. You’ll be tracking leopard, lion, buffalo and more, over the scenic hills at Tsavo West. A stop at the crystal waters of Mzima Springs will bring you up close on a walking safari to hippos, crocodile, fish, birds and more wildlife gathering here.

$1,750.00
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5/5
48 h

2 Days Private Tour in Tsavo East and Taita Hills / Saltlick Safari

Tsavo East is big – Kenya’s largest park and home to lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, giraffe and dozens of other animals. Interested in colorful birds? The park offers over 500 species like the lovebird and sacred ibis. We’ll visit several watering holes known for their abundance of wildlife and watch as the animals gather to quench their thirst. Though Taita Hills is small, it is a busy place, filled with over 50 species of large wildlife. The sanctuary is greener and more dramatic than Tsavo East, with frequent sighting of lion and elephant. We’ll spend the night here at your choice of the Sarova Taita Hills Lodge or Salt Lick Safari Lodge. Any questions or special requests? Tell us. At Natural World Kenya Safaris, it’s our business to create the perfect holiday.

$1,110.00
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5/5
48 h

(2 Days, 1 Night) Day & Night Game Drive Tsavo East National Park

If you are an adventurous type looking for something that’s decidedly out of the ordinary you owe it to yourself to try one of our Night Game Drives. This safari not only lets you experience a day game drive but also a night game drives which provides the other side of the safari coin. After the sun goes down the character of the plains changes completely as many animals hunker down for the night and others emerge. Aardvarks, porcupines, civet cats and other nocturnal animals begin their nightly foraging and hunting rituals, but they’re not alone. Hippos typically leave the water at night and saunter up onto the plains to graze. While many of the big cats you will see lounging around in the shade during the day also become active at night. It is not unusual to witness lions or leopards aggressively pursuing zebra, wildebeest and other large mammals on one of our Night Game Drives.

$765.00
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5/5
96 h

4 days Best of Kenya safaris (Tsavo East, Amboseli and Tsavo west.)

Kenya safaris including a private safari in a jeep or minivan. We as well organise group or familly safaris

$1,500.00
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5/5
72 h

3 Day Amboseli Tsavo East National Park Safari

Choose to visit Tsavo East National Park, known for its unique short-maned lions, leopards, cheetah, and other big game. Or, you can explore sister park, Tsavo West National Park, where you’ll also find rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, and plenty of surprises. Either way, your Africa safari will then journey on to Amboseli Park, seated near the base of towering and photogenic Mt. Kilimanjaro. It’s in this setting you’ll be treated to families of elephants, meandering to and fro from their favorite watering holes. So leave the beach behind – for just a few days – and join us from your Diani or other south coast resort for this special safari in Kenya.

$2,100.00
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5/5
72 h

3 days 2 night Maasai Mara safari from Mombasa

The Maasai Mara is a unique reserve and a home to numerous species of native wildlife .The natural world is a must see ,its beautiful having being led by professional guides .Transport, flights, accomodation and meals included within the 3 days and 2 nights.

$1,956.00
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5/5

Scenic Village and Coastal Mountain Bike Tour in Watamu Kenya

Cycle deep into authentic Giriama communities where time moves at a gentler pace. Meet local artisans crafting traditional palm wine, watch women weaving colorful kikoy fabrics, and learn about sustainable farming practices passed down through generations. This cultural journey connects you directly with families who've called this coastal region home for centuries. Experience the welcoming hospitality with local villagers sharing their daily routines, traditional cooking methods, and local wisdom. Every visit directly supports community projects, from school improvements to clean water initiatives, making your adventure meaningful for everyone involved.

$50.00
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5/5
72 h

3 days Tsavo East and Amboseli Safari from Diani Mombasa

Get a chance to see elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes etc Experience the outstanding view of the Mount Kilimanjaro during sunset Enjoy Full board accommodation in the lodges with the best buffet

$1,000.00
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5/5
1 h

Mangrove Floating Experience Watamu

Float, don't paddle. Most mangrove tours put you in a canoe or kayak. This is Watamu's only true floating experience — lie back, breathe, and let the tide carry you. Nothing else on the coast feels like it. More than a trip — a real connection with nature. An adventure that teaches you about Mida Creek, its mangroves, and the rich life within. Your instructor shares insights into the ecosystem and why this place is one of Kenya's most precious natural treasures. Safe and welcoming for everyone. Non-swimmers, swimmers, families, and children all enjoy this equally — soft floating noodles do the work for you. A rare kind of stillness. No engines, no crowds, no rush — just clear water, mangrove canopy, birdsong, and the quiet wonder of drifting through one of Kenya's most beautiful sanctuaries. Memories that linger. Most guests describe it as the most peaceful and meaningful hour of their Kenya trip — a calm, grounding moment they carry home.

$22.77
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