Wasini Dolphin Watching Tour: Full day with Snorkeling in Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park

Embark on a full-day dolphin watching tour in Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park. Snorkel in the coral reefs, spot dolphins, turtles, whale sharks, and humpback whales, and enjoy a delicious Swahili lunch on Wasini Island. Book now!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park and Reserve - Begin your day with a reliable local driver who will pick you up from your hotel in the early morning. As you travel through the picturesque coastal landscape, take in the views of charming properties and lush palm plantations.
    Arriving around 8:00 am, you will board a boat (type varies based on…
What's Included
  • Shimoni slave caves entry fees
  • Pick up and drop off from your Mombasa, Diani Beach, or Tiwi hotel
  • National park fees
  • Lunch
  • All snorkeling equipment and professional marine guides and diving instructors
What's Not Included
  • Beach towel, sunscreen,water friendly shoes,swim suit and hat (please carry yours if possible)
  • Use of SCUBA equipment
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This tour stands out for its deep connection to the local community and its commitment to conservation. Every element of the experience is managed by locals—from the drivers and hosts to the chefs who craft your fresh, delicious meals. By choosing our tour, you directly support the livelihoods of the Shimoni and Wasini Island communities.
Moreover, a…

Location
Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park and Reserve
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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575elizt
Sep 25, 2025
Very good - It was a wonderful day! The snorkeling instructor was very good. I was afraid and didn't want to, but he is very qualified and helped me overcome my fear. We saw a lot of dolphins and the food was delicious. The drivers are also very good. Thank you
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L2316pgpaolap
Sep 19, 2025
Great Omar! - I had already contacted Omar from Safe adventure safaris from Italy on wapp. He was immediately very kind and helpful, he had already described all the excursions we could do, so when we arrived in Kenya it was enough just to agree on the time and day. We went to Kisite Marine Park, it was an amazing experience. We spotted dolphins and snorkeled for an hour. Then we arrived by boat in a village full of children. Afterwards we ate in a typical restaurant together with Omar and finally visited caves where Arabs kept slaves. I would absolutely recommend this local agency, they are good, professional and above all the cost of excursions is absolutely not comparable to what is proposed in the resorts. If you should go with them, do not forget to bring things for the children, the smiles with which they will thank you will remain in your heart forever. Thank you Omar!
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Chloecr5814si
Sep 16, 2025
Magnifique - Many thanks to the whole team for their kindness and authenticity. We had a wonderful time in their company. They put a lot of effort into ensuring we enjoyed ourselves to the fullest. We were able to see dolphins, turtles, and other marine species, and we have wonderful memories. We also really enjoyed the visit to the village, and the meal was excellent. Thank you again.
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Afrenzer
Sep 10, 2025
Wonderful trip to Wasini Island - Omar and his team did a great job: The transport from the hotel to the port was no problem. The boatrip gave some wonderful sights on the islands. The snorkeling was breathtaking: wonderful corals and even more amazing fish. We even saw a turtle from very close. The visit of the village was very interesting. The children there were just gorgeous. Lunch was excellent and finally the visit of the slave cave was interesting. The whole trip is a big recommendation.
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R1219nrjulias
Sep 1, 2025
Amazing personal snorkelling and cultural trip - A fabulous day trip by a truly local business that goes above and beyond to ensure you have an enjoyable trip. We saw dolphins (not guaranteed) but the crew did everything they could to ensure our chances of seeing them up close were as high as possible. The snorkelling was great. Good equipment and they even lent us a couple of rash vests so no one got sunburnt. Trip to the island was very enjoyable. We were slightly worried that it would feel awkward but it was totally the opposite. Omar was really informative. I only wish we had been slightly more prepared before leaving the Uk to bring some more donations. Tip: books for the local school, sanitary pads, lightly worn clothes and a few sweets for the kids are all hugely appreciated by the locals. Lunch was delicious at a spotless roadside restaurant. Visit to the caves was moving. Highlight also included talking with the incredibly eloquent and informative team, learning about the history, lifestyle and current challenges of the local communities as well as the charitable initiatives they are involved in to try and improve the lives of their communities. If you’re staying in Diani or close by and want to go snorkelling - book these guys not the big companies for an outstanding personal experience
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796jamiej
Aug 24, 2025
Excellent cultural and adventurous day trip - Just returned from Kenya on a trip with both friends and family. Thinking back over the entire experience, the day trip with Omar and crew to Wasini has made a memorable impression and was among one of the best activities we did on the whole trip. The crew was very organized and attentive. The variety of fish we saw snorkeling was really surprising. It's a great reef. The highlight was the trip to the island to visit the community where we were able to tour the school and learn about some of the challenges they face and the Swahili lunch. It really felt like being invited into someone's family and I really appreciated it and we learned so much about the community. I would highly recommend!
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Old_mancunian
Aug 24, 2025
Take this tour for the real Wasini! - So glad we chose Omar, Mohammed and Hussain for our trip to Wasini! They and their boat captain really took care to help us and our three daughters have a brilliant day which went beyond our expectations. It made such a difference that they are from the island and could give us a tour that other operators couldn’t. The lunch from Omar’s mother was a highlight! Highly recommended. Asante!
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F7726wqpasqualec
Aug 21, 2025
spectacular - Fantastic experience. Seeing the dolphins up close was incredibly exciting. The guide was friendly and very knowledgeable.
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G8681lrcharlottec
Aug 10, 2025
Once in a lifetime experience - There were only 3 of us booked onto this trip so it felt like a VIP experience. We were picked up at our hotel in mombasa and driven down to shimoni. It was a smooth and quick transition from there and onto the boat. Hussain was our guide and he was very knowledgeable and determined for us to get the most out of the day. He took us to a special place where we could try to spot sea turtles, which we did! Then during the snorkelling a pod of dolphins swam right underneath us, it was a once in a lifetime moment. After, we were given fruit on the boat and a tour through a village on wasini island. From there we had local food which tasted great, the only pitfall were concerns over the hygiene so heed caution. The day ended with a brief tour of shimoni slave caves. Definitely worth the money. Top tip, do not wear long trousers or skirts since you may have to wade through water to get to the island depending on the tide
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Norbert_s
Sep 22, 2025
Exciting excursion - Definitely worthwhile and recommended. Pick up at 7.15am from Diani Beach, departing from port at 8.00am. While snorkeling many fish and a turtle seen. The guide was very helpful when snorkeling. We could also see dolphins in the wild without drift hunting and feeding. Older semesters, like us , had some problems getting back on board. Our visit to the Maasai village did not notice, as that was too much for us. Traditional lunch very interesting and rich, although not necessarily our German taste. Slave cave also very interesting. Attention poor path lighting ! There were also bats to see. Guide and driver super nice and good English speaking. Thumbs up!
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From $113
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).