A Guide to Watamu: |
What to do while visiting Watamu |
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There are so many things you can do while in Watamu, that enjoying a relaxing lie-on-the-beach holiday can be difficult!
The beach is ideal for long walks, especially at low tide, when you can see some more of the marine life in the exposed rock pools that are scattered along the shore. MORE Several companies provide deep sea fishing, and Watamu is renowned for its fishing competitions and events. MORE Away from the beach and sea is Mida Creek, where you can go for boat and dhow trips, and some hotels will arrange these activities for you. A guided tour of a local Giriama village can be arranged. MORE Slightly further afield is Gede, 11 kms from Watamu. Gede is a National Museum, Gede Ruins. These 12th Century Swahili ruins are little documented, and it is mere speculation about the town's origins and history. MORE The Arabuko-Sokoke Forest is another unique place to visit near Watamu. It is one of the largest stretches of Brachystegia woodland on the eastern African coast, and has no less than six endangered species of bird, 3 of then endemic to the forest, as well as the little known Golden Rumped Elephant Shrew, a giant shrew that has only been identified in a couple of locations in East Africa. MORE Further North, 28 kms away is Malindi, which has a domestic airport with scheduled flights to and from Nairobi, Mombasa and Lamu. A daytrip to Malindi is well worth it, and a night-trip is equally good fun. MORE
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Exceptional
snorkeling and diving conditions in Watamu Marine National
Park allow all visitors easy access to the spectacular undersea
life. Whether a newcomer to the sea, or an experienced diver, you'll
be able to find some exciting things to do. Friends: |
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