Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park is one of Kenya’s most beautiful and biodiverse marine parks, ideal for snorkeling, diving, and marine wildlife viewing.
Size:
Kisite Marine Park: 28 km² (coral reefs and marine ecosystem).
Mpunguti Marine Reserve: 11 km² (coastal forest and coral gardens).
Established: 1973.
Managed by: Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS).
Most popular activity; often done from traditional dhow boats.
Spot dolphins, reef fish, sea turtles, and coral gardens.
Shallow reefs make it ideal for beginners and children.
Great dive sites for beginners and experienced divers.
Coral gardens, drop-offs, caves, and channels.
You might encounter barracudas, rays, octopus, and reef sharks.
Commonly spotted species: spinner, bottlenose, and humpback dolphins.
Boat tours often include dolphin tracking.
Humpback whales migrate through the area from July to October.
Visit Wasini Island: no cars, Swahili villages, seafood lunches, and mangrove boardwalks.
Explore Shimoni Caves: historical caves once used in the slave trade.
Activities
1. Game Drives
Great chance to spot rhinos, lions, and more.
Morning and evening are best for activity and lighting.
2. Bird Watching
Ideal all year round, but best after rains (Nov–April).
Use the lake viewpoints for excellent photography.
3. Picnicking
Baboon Cliff and Out of Africa viewpoint: Scenic spots overlooking the lake.
4. Photography
Landscape photography is fantastic, especially at sunrise/sunset.
5. Nature Walks (limited areas)
Some areas like Makalia Falls offer short trails (depending on conditions and KWS rules).
