• Watamu is a charming slice of coastline featuring a blinding white-sand beach and a soft breeze.
• It has natural endowments, magnificent dining scene, and tour sites.
• Sites to explore includes;
  • Gede ruins
  • Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve
  • Waterways of Mida Creek.
• It has its own marine national park called  Watamu Marine National Park and Reserve
• Watamu’s main economic activities are tourism and fishing.

• Watamu Kenya which is part of Kilifi County has a population around 1,900 and it.
• It is the home to the Bajuni People who trace their descendants to the intermarriages between the locals of Giriama and the Arab Traders
• The main reason behind the increase in the population of Watamu is the immigrants from inland Kenya in search for work in the existing business facilities. 

• The small town is located 105 kilometers north of Mombasa and 15 kilometers south of Malindi on the Indian Ocean Coast land.
• It lies on a small headland between the blue lagoon and Watamu Bay.

• Watamu has two rainy seasons.
  • The short one takes place in November and December
  • The long season starts from April through June.
• The area also experiences two dry seasons.
  • The short one lasts from January to February and early parts of March.
  • The long dry season lasts from July to October. 

• Best time to visit Watamu is all year round.
• However, it is better to visit the town from July to October, as this is the longest dry season when the coast is cool and the skies are clear and sunny.

• The Shoreline features white sand beaches and offshore coral formations arranged in different bays and beach namely;
  • Garoda Beach
  • Turtle Bay
  • Blue Lagoon Bay
  • Watamu Bay
  • Ocean Breeze
  • Jacaranda beach
• They are protected since they are a part of Watamu Marine National Park. 

• Watamu beach has a unique coastline.
• The beaches are lined with tiny deserted islands.
• There are sandbars that offer walkways to the islands.
• The white sand beaches are sprinkled with hermit crabs, starfish and more.
• The long beach has a shallow reef where you can enjoy;
  • Snorkeling
  • Sea rays
  • Octopus
  • Deals
  • Colorful fish.

• Mida Creek and Watamu Marine Park lies at the southern end of Watamu beach.
• This is a quiet place of weaverbirds, crayfish and black kite, where the village life remains little unchanged for centuries.
• The marine park is a 90 mile stretch of ocean where coral reefs form the backbone.
• The park resides 1000 different species of fish including;
  • Whale shark
  • Manta ray
  • Dugong and Olive
  • Ridley and Hawksbill turtle.
• It is considered as one of the best parks in snorkeling and diving in the coast of East Africa
• It is also rated as the third best beach in Africa.
• The Park has a crystal clear water and silver sand beaches. 

• This organization protects approximately 50 green turtles which lay eggs on Watamu Beach.
• The centre educates the local community about the fragile nature of sea turtles. 
• Visitors can see turtles being treated for injury or illness and also learn about these beautiful creatures.

It is worth the visit.

• It is one of the most renowned snake research centres in the world.
• Bio-ken acts as an emergency service for snake bite victims throughout the region.
• You will get introduced to such deadly beauties such as;
  • The black mamba
  • The black spitting cobra
  • Puff adder
  • Horned viper and more.

• This is a private not-for-profit organization committed to the conservation and protection of special marine areas and endangered species.
• They encourage the sustainable use and management of marine resources for future generations through empowerment, education and campaigning. 
• Marine turtles have always been the core of LOT's conservation activities.
• The efforts of targeting marine turtles is in fact as good as working towards a healthy ecosystem as a whole.
• It's the only marine turtle rehabilitation center in East Africa. They offer the services like;
  • Nest protection and monitoring
  • Anti-poaching patrols
  • By-Catch Release Program, where we rescue turtles that are accidentally caught by fishermen.
• Our extensive network around Mida Creek and along the wider Kenyan coast includes;
  • Schools
  • Universities
  • Beach Management Units
  • Community Based Organizations
  • NGOs
  • Various government departments.
• Within this network we aim to increase understanding of the importance and value of the local marine life and environment.
• Working alongside coastal communities is integral to our work and without their help we would not have achieved nearly as much as we have.

• Tribe Watersports are one of the world’s leading kitesurfing training institutions
• It offers tuition and equipment rental for;
  • stand up paddle boarding,
  • windsurfing,
  • kayaking
  • body boarding.
• Tribe Watersports is based at Medina Palms Resort
• It has a fully equipped centre that includes a shop, classroom, storage and shower facilities.
• Courses are available for people of all levels, with group or individual training offered.
• All equipment are provided.

• Tribe Watersports are East Africa’s only BKSA (British Kitesurfing Association) approved school and one of only three such schools outside the United Kingdom.
• Head trainer, Ben Kelliher, is one of the most qualified instructors in the world and has been teaching watersports for 12 years.

• Watamu is situated on the Kenyan coast, 30 minutes drive from Malindi International Airport, which is a 40-minute flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi.
• The flight is very scenic, passing over various game reserves.
• You can take a taxi from Malindi to Watamu.
• Mombasa International Airport is about 90 minutes drive from Watamu.
• Some hotels in Watamu also offer airport transfers to both Malindi and Mombasa.

• Whenever you visit Watamu, you'll definitely find the right place to stay.
• Watamu have luxury resorts, villas, fully staffed private homes for rental and specialized retreats for those looking to unwind in style.
• Whether you are travelling with the family or looking for a special romantic get away you'll find the perfect option in Watamu.
• You can find the best of Watamu. Here are a few recommendations:

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