Plongée à Watamu — Kenya
Watamu Marine National Park is Kenya's premier dive destination — one of the first marine protected areas in East Africa. Whale sharks visit from September to March, green turtles nest on the beaches, and the coral gardens are surprisingly healthy thanks to decades of protection. Easily combined with a safari.
- Score
- 61.2
- Visibilité
- 5–18m
- Température
- 25–29°C
- Meilleurs mois
- October, November, December
Watamu Marine National Park is Kenya's premier dive destination — one of the first marine protected areas in East Africa. Whale sharks visit from September to March, green turtles nest on the beaches, and the coral gardens are surprisingly healthy thanks to decades of protection. Easily combined with a safari.
Kenya's Marine National Park
Score Breakdown
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Marine Life
54.0Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.
Key Species
Dive Types
Traveling with Non-Divers?
Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.
Activities for Non-Divers
Nearby Cultural Sites
- Gede Ruins (medieval Swahili city)
- Mida Creek boardwalk
- Malindi Old Town
Non-Diver Score
Good topside options for non-diving companions.
Safety & Emergency
Basic hospital in Malindi (15 km); no chamber on coast — evacuation to Nairobi (flight 1 hr); AMREF Flying Doctors available
Top Operators
Aqua Ventures
PADI
Watamu Marine Association
PADI