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From Mombasa to Malindi is
approximately 150 Km. From Mombasa you drive North via Kilifi
and Watamu.
Watamu- The small village of Watamu has 8 Kms of
pristine sandy beaches which has been rated one of the top ten beaches
in the world. A major plus of staying at Watamu is that you can
swim both at low and high tides. However the beach is clogged
with seaweed from June to October. Besides the beaches
other attractions in Watamu are the Watamu Marine Park, the snake
farm, Mida Creek and Whale Island. At Watamu, you can while your
day relaxing in the beach or on the various adventures within.
Activities at Watamu include:-
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Deep sea fishing
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Fitness and Yoga courses
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Visits to Watamu Snake
Park-The snake park has the largest collection of snakes in East
Africa with over 200 species. The adjacent laboratory supplies
hospitals with anti venom.
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Superb snorkelling and
birdwatching at the Mida Creek.
Gedi Ruins: 4 kms North of Watamu is Gedi, the 13th Century
ruins of a Swahili city state worth a visit.
Kipepeo Butterfly Project:
Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve: |
