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Shimoni is the mainland departure point for the marine park, while nearby Wasini Island serves as a motor-free base for food and walks.
Almost all trips to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park start at the Shimoni jetty, located 90 kilometers south of Mombasa. From here, traditional dhows and motorboats launch across the channel to the reef.
After snorkeling, most tours dock at Wasini Island. You can eat fresh seafood, walk across fossilized coral gardens, and learn about local Swahili culture before returning to the mainland.
1 hourHistoric caves
Shimoni is the primary launch site for marine park boat tours. Near the jetty, you will find ancient coastal caves used during the 19th-century slave trade. Take a quick guided tour of these historic caves before driving back to Diani.
45 minutesMotor-free island
This community-run boardwalk crosses fossilized coral landscapes and mangrove forests. Wasini Island has no cars, making it a quiet place to walk. The entrance fees directly support the Wasini Women's Group and local village projects.
1 to 1.5 hoursLunch included in most tours
Rustic, open-air seafood restaurants sit along the coast of Wasini Island. They serve traditional Swahili dishes alongside freshly caught crab and fish. Most organized snorkeling tours include a seafood lunch here after your boat ride.
