Malindi & Watamu
Marine parks with turtles, dolphins and one of the world's most protected coral reefs.
About Malindi & Watamu
Watamu and neighbouring Malindi shelter one of the oldest and most protected marine reserves in Africa. Sea turtles nest here, dolphins are seen almost daily and the reef holds over 600 species of fish.
Onshore, the ruined 14th-century Swahili city of Gede sits mysteriously in the coastal forest.
The residents
Things to do here
Glass-bottom boat and snorkel over live coral, turtles and octopus.
Meet the turtle rescue team and, if lucky, release a rehabilitated turtle.
Guided exploration of the atmospheric 14th-century Swahili ghost town.
Wooden boardwalk sunset drinks over the mangrove creek.
A taste of Malindi
Fly to Malindi, transfer to a Watamu beach villa and an afternoon snorkel at the marine park.
Morning Local Ocean Trust visit, lunch, guided Gede ruins tour and Mida Creek sundowner.
Ready for Malindi?
One enquiry starts it all, we come back within a few hours with a tailored plan.