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Snorkeller floating over clear turquoise water

Watamu

Watamu Marine & Beach Holiday

Snorkel the marine park, walk Mida Creek at sunset and explore the Gede Ruins.

Provisional package — itinerary, hotels and price are confirmed in your written quote

Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Best for
Couples, nature lovers, quiet travellers
When to go
Best July–March; calmest seas typically November–March
Meals
Half board

Trip highlights

  • Snorkelling in Watamu Marine National Park
  • Mida Creek boardwalk at sunset
  • Gede Ruins in the coastal forest
  • Turtle conservation visit

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive

    Fly to Malindi (or Mombasa with a longer transfer) and check in.

  2. Day 2

    Marine park

    Glass-bottom boat and snorkelling trip in the marine park.

  3. Day 3

    Creek and ruins

    Gede Ruins in the morning; Mida Creek boardwalk at sunset.

  4. Day 4

    Free day

    Beach, spa, or a day trip to Malindi.

  5. Day 5

    Home

    Transfer to the airport.

Where you stay and how you travel

Accommodation

Choose from three levels:
Value — clean, comfortable, well-located
Comfort — 3–4 star with pool
Premium — 4–5 star or boutique
The exact hotel is named in your quote once availability is confirmed.

Transport

Airport transfers and excursion transport.

What's included

Included

  • 4 nights, half board
  • Airport transfers
  • Marine park boat and snorkelling trip
  • Gede Ruins and Mida Creek visits with transport

Not included

  • Flights
  • Park and site entry fees (confirmed in your quote)
  • Drinks
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance

Optional extras

  • Malindi day trip and Marafa canyon
  • Deep-sea fishing
  • Sunset dhow

Good to know

Important conditions

Provisional package: hotels, transport times and inclusions are confirmed in your written quote. Prices depend on travel dates, room type and availability. Christmas, New Year, Easter and Uganda school holidays book up early. Park and conservation fees are set by the authorities and can change.

Payment and cancellation

A deposit secures your booking after you approve the written quote; the balance is due before travel. Cancellation charges depend on how close to departure you cancel and on hotel, airline and park rules. The terms in your quote and our Booking & Cancellation Policy apply.

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