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Watamu - Kenya's most loved beach resort |
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| South of Malindi is Watamu – best known for the Watamu Marine National Park, a spectacular coral reef where some of the most exotic and rare species of marine fauna can be seen. This coral reef is only a short boat ride away from the beach. In low-tide, one can either swim or walk to the reef. The beaches in Watamu are a combination of beautiful white sand bays and rocky outcrops. Water sports is extremely well catered for in Watamu and, the few wonderful beach resorts and many private houses which are up for rent for holiday makers at affordable prices. There are so many wonderful sights and activities to be seen and done in the Watamu area… Close to Watamu and Malindi is the Arabuko Sokoke Forest – the largest remaining stretch of lowland coastal forest in East Africa. This reserve is an ornithologist’s paradise! Aside from the diverse and numerous species of birds and flora, other mammals including herds of elephant can be found in the thick jungles of this forest. The Gede Ruins: A deserted traditional Swahili town, which was abandoned mysteriously in the 14th Century. The Ruins are hidden in the midst of the dense forest. Visitors to the Ruins can roam through and explore the 18 hectares of these fascinating ruins, with their winding passages and crumbling walls. The Mida Creek: Day boat trips to the mangroves and estuaries of the Mida Creek can be arranged from Watamu. The Creek is home to a wide variety of birds, and there are numerous channels and estuaries that can be explored. The Creek is a broad stretch of water lined by tidal mud flats and mangroves. Recomended Hotels
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