This Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip is one of our most requested itineraries with Eastern Voyage Safaris, built for travellers who want a well-guided, efficient introduction to the region without unnecessary driving time.
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Why Choose This Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip
A Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip works well because it concentrates your time on wildlife viewing rather than long transfers. Every route is run in a private 4×4 vehicle with your own driver-guide, and accommodation is matched to your budget, from comfortable tented camps to more upscale lodges.
Best Time for a Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip
Most of the parks on this Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip can be visited year-round, though the dry months generally give the easiest game viewing as wildlife concentrates around permanent water. The green season brings lower rates, fewer visitors and lush scenery, with trade-offs in some road conditions. We can help you time a Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip to match what you most want to see.
This full-day Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip sails from the south coast by traditional dhow to the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park, one of Kenya’s best snorkelling spots, with a stop on Wasini Island for a seafood lunch.
Itinerary
The trip runs on the tides, so pick-up times vary slightly by date — we’ll confirm exact timing once your date is booked.
Morning – Dhow Departure & Snorkelling
Board a traditional dhow from Shimoni and sail to the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park for snorkelling among coral reefs, with a good chance of spotting dolphins along the way.
Midday – Wasini Island Seafood Lunch
Land on Wasini Island for a Swahili-style seafood lunch at a local restaurant, with time to explore the island’s coral rag boardwalk.
Afternoon – Return Sail
Sail back to the mainland by dhow, with hotel drop-off in the late afternoon.
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Important Information
Price Includes
- Return hotel transfers on the south coast
- Dhow cruise and snorkelling equipment
- Marine park entry fees
- Seafood lunch on Wasini Island
Price Excludes
- Drinks beyond lunch
- Tips for the crew and guide
- Personal expenses
Terms & Conditions
Rates are per person and vary by group size. This trip depends on tides and weather; alternative dates may be offered if conditions are unsuitable.
If you would like to extend or adjust this trip, this Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip can be combined with additional nights elsewhere in Kenya or Tanzania, or a beach extension. Get in touch and we will tailor the itinerary, pace and accommodation level to your travel dates and budget.
Every Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip with Eastern Voyage Safaris includes an experienced local guide, comfortable transport, and bottled water throughout the day. We can also arrange add-ons such as lunch at a local restaurant or extra stops, depending on what interests your group.
This Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip is run with an experienced local guide and reliable transport, and bottled water is provided throughout the day. Let us know if you would like to adjust the schedule, add a stop, or combine it with another activity nearby.
We keep group sizes on this Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip small so your guide can adapt the day to what your group finds interesting, whether that means spending longer at one stop or adding a short detour. Comfortable, air-conditioned transport is provided throughout.
Because this Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip runs on a flexible schedule, we can start earlier or later depending on your other plans that day, and can combine it with an airport transfer or another short tour if that suits your itinerary better.
Eastern Voyage Safaris can combine this Wasini Island Dhow & Snorkelling Day Trip with other short excursions if you have more time available, or keep it as a standalone half-day or full-day trip. Just let us know your preferences when you book.
