Nature
Mida Creek & Mangroves
Boardwalks, birdlife and sunset canoe trips through a tidal mangrove wonderland.
Excursions · The Kenyan coast
Beyond the Beach
Watamu is more than a shoreline. Creeks, forests, ruins and reefs are all a short trip away, and we know them well.
Hand-picked coastal experiences
Choose your kind of day
Save the ones that spark something to My Trip and mix ocean, nature and culture however you like.
Heritage
Gede Ruins & Culture
Explore a mysterious Swahili ghost town swallowed by forest, with a local guide.
Nature
Hell's Kitchen
A dramatic canyon of wind-carved red and gold sandstone pinnacles (best seen at sunset, when the light sets the whole gorge on fire).
Ocean
Safari Blue
A full day by dhow through Watamu's marine park: glass-clear water, reef snorkelling and dolphin spotting, the classic Safari Blue experience.
Culture
Local Life & Markets
Meet the Watamu behind the postcards: food, markets and community.
Ocean
Robinson Island
A castaway-style day on a private sandy island off the coast, with swimming, snorkelling and a relaxed beach lunch.
Ocean
Deep-Sea Fishing
A half or full day chasing big game fish offshore, with boat, captain, crew and tackle included.
Indicative excursion prices
What excursions cost
Priced per person; the more you share the trip, the less everyone pays. Confirmed at the time of your quotation.
| Excursion | 2 people | 4 people | 6 people | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safari Blue | €75 | €75 | €75 | Same price solo or in a group |
| Mida Creek & Mangroves | €40 | €35 | €30 | Includes a seafood lunch stop |
| Gede Ruins & Culture | €45 | €40 | €35 | |
| Hell's Kitchen | €50 | €40 | €35 | |
| Local Life & Markets | €35 | €30 | €25 | |
| Robinson Island | €75 | €60 | €50 |
Deep-sea fishing
| Duration | Price |
|---|---|
| Half day | €220 / boat |
| Full day | €420 / boat |
- Deep-sea fishing is priced per boat (up to 4–6 anglers), not per person.
- All other excursion prices are per person, based on group size.
Common questions about excursions from Watamu
What excursions can I do from Watamu?
Popular choices include Mida Creek & Mangroves, the Gede Ruins, Hell's Kitchen canyon, the full-day Safari Blue dhow trip, Local Life & Markets, Robinson Island and deep-sea fishing.
How much do excursions cost?
Most excursions are priced per person and get cheaper the more you share the trip, from around €25–€45 per person depending on the excursion and group size. Safari Blue is a flat €75 per person regardless of group size, and deep-sea fishing is priced per boat: €220 for a half day or €420 for a full day.
What is Safari Blue?
It's a full day by traditional dhow through Watamu's marine park, with glass-clear water, reef snorkelling and dolphin spotting.
Can I combine several excursions into one trip?
Yes. Tell us which days appeal and we'll sequence them around your diving, safari and downtime.
You bring the dream. We handle the rest.
Turn these into your perfect week
Tell us which days appeal and we'll sequence them around your diving, safari and downtime.