Kenya · Snorkelling

Full-Day Wasini Island Snorkeling Tour with Dhow Cruise and Dolphins

1 Day Round trip from Diani Beach Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Snorkel in the clear waters of Kisite Marine Park and explore vibrant coral gardens
02 Spot dolphins during a traditional dhow cruise from Shimoni
03 Enjoy a freshly prepared Swahili seafood lunch on Wasini Island
04 Take a guided village walk to experience local life and culture on Wasini Island

Explore Wasini Island and Kisite Marine Park on a full-day adventure from Diani Beach. Snorkel among coral gardens, spot dolphins during a traditional dhow cruise, enjoy a freshly prepared Swahili seafood lunch, and take a guided village walk to experience local culture. Optional visits include the coral garden boardwalk and historic Shimoni Slave Caves. This day tour combines marine exploration, wildlife spotting, and cultural immersion for an authentic Kenyan coastal experience.

Snorkel among coral gardens, spot dolphins during a traditional dhow cruise, enjoy a freshly prepared Swahili seafood lunch, and take a guided village walk to experience local culture.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Diani Beach, Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park, Wasini Island

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Dhow Cruise, Snorkeling, and Wasini Island Discovery

Morning pick-up: Depart from your Diani Beach hotel in the early morning and drive to Shimoni (approx. 1.5 hours).
Boat to Kisite Marine Park: Board a traditional dhow for a scenic cruise towards Kisite Marine Park. Along the way, watch for dolphins, which are commonly seen in this area.
Snorkeling and marine exploration: Enjoy snorkeling in the clear waters of Kisite Marine Park, known for its coral gardens, reef fish, and sea turtles. Non-swimmers can relax on the dhow and enjoy the views.
Wasini Island visit and lunch: Continue to Wasini Island, where you'll enjoy a freshly prepared Swahili seafood lunch (vegetarian options available). Afterward, take a guided village walk to learn about local life and culture.
Optional coral garden boardwalk: Explore the Wasini Island coral gardens and mangrove boardwalk, supporting a community-run conservation project.
Return to Diani Beach: In the afternoon, sail back to Shimoni, then transfer by road to Diani Beach, arriving by early evening.

Where this trip takes you

Diani Beach, Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park coral gardens, Wasini Island mangrove boardwalk

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Diani Beach 3 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off from all Diani hotels and accommodation
Entrance fees to Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park
Dhow cruise/boat cruise
Professional guide
Snorkeling gear
Lunch

What's Not Included

Additional seafood platter
Drinks on board
Tips

What to bring

Passport or ID card
Comfortable shoes or sandals
Swimwear
Beachwear
Towel

Know before you go

There is a 1-1.5 hour drive to reach the first attraction, depending on your pickup location.
An extra charge of $60 is to be paid in cash for scuba diving on the day of the tour (optional).

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