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Kenya · Watamu
Watamu,Turtles, Reefs And Ruins
A relaxed fishing village with a marine park, turtles and ancient forest ruins close by.
A relaxed fishing village with a marine park, turtles and ancient forest ruins close by.
Watamu is a small, friendly village on Kenya’s north coast with some of the clearest water on the coast. A protected marine park offers outstanding snorkelling and diving, and conservation groups work to protect nesting turtles.
Just inland, the Gedi Ruins rise out of the forest, and Arabuko-Sokoke Forest shelters rare birds and tiny monkeys.
The pace is slow, the people are warm and the seafood is exceptional.
Watamu is hot and sunny, and the sea is clearest between December and March and from July to October.
Weather patterns shift from year to year, so ask us about the dates you have in mind.
The right place shapes your whole trip. Here are the three styles we recommend most.
Every day is different, but this is the rhythm most guests fall in love with.
Coffee, cool air and the best light of the day.
Wildlife is most active in the first hours.
A hot meal in the open, with a view.
Pool, nap, walk or a visit nearby.
Fresh food, shade and a good story.
Softer light and busy animals.
A cold drink and a wide sky.
Lanterns, fire and a sky full of stars.
Starting points, not set menus. Tap one to see the days, then tell us what to change.
Yes, the marine park is among the best on the coast.
Often, especially with local conservation groups who guide you responsibly.
A mysterious ruined town in the forest, founded by Swahili traders centuries ago.
Very, which is why people love it.
