Marine & Beach

Safari Blu – Mangroves & Boat Excursions

Duration Full/half day
Group Size No limit
Difficulty Moderate
Best Time Every day, July to March

About This Experience

Discover the breathtaking marine beauty of Watamu with our unforgettable Safari Blu excursion. This experience combines the best of the Kenyan coast, from encounters with dolphins in their natural habitat to the vibrant underwater world of the Watamu Marine Park, where colorful tropical fish and rich marine life create an incredible snorkeling and swimming experience.

The adventure also offers the chance to explore the peaceful mangrove channels leading to Sudi Island, surrounded by beautiful coastal scenery and a tranquil atmosphere. The experience is completed with a delicious lunch featuring fresh local seafood, allowing you to enjoy the authentic flavors of the coast while taking in the beauty of your surroundings.

Safari Blu is a wonderful way to experience Watamu’s marine life, natural landscapes, and coastal culture in one memorable day.

Highlights

Dolphin watching from a traditional boat
Snorkel Watamu Marine Park's coral gardens
Cruise a scenic mangrove channel to Sudi Island
Fresh seafood lunch: lobster, prawns, octopus & grilled fish
Full day on the water — no group size limit

Locations Visited

Blue Bay, Watamu Watamu Marine National Park Sudi Island

Safari Blu experience

9:00 AM — Hotel Pickup & Tuk-Tuk to Blue Bay

Departure from your hotel by tuk-tuk to the beautiful Blue Bay, where we board the boat and begin the day.

Hotel Pickup & Tuk-Tuk to Blue Bay

Dolphin Watching — Searching the Coast for Dolphins

Once on board the boat, we begin an exciting search for dolphins along the Watamu coastline.

Searching the Coast for Dolphins

Watamu Marine Park — Swimming the Natural Aquarium

Swim among millions of colorful tropical fish in a natural aquarium inside the Watamu Marine Park.

Swimming the Natural Aquarium

Mangroves & Sudi Island — Lunch on Sudi Island

We sail through a scenic mangrove channel until we reach Sudi Island, where a delicious traditional seafood lunch awaits: coconut rice, octopus sauce, grilled fish, fresh lobster, succulent prawns, seasonal tropical fruits and refreshing drinks.

Lunch on Sudi Island

4:00 PM — Relax & Return

After lunch, take some time to unwind, soak up the sun, or enjoy a refreshing swim in the island’s crystal-clear waters before setting off on a leisurely and relaxing journey back to your hotel.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup by tuk-tuk to Blue Bay
  • Boat excursion with dolphin watching
  • Watamu Marine Park snorkeling
  • Mangrove channel cruise to Sudi Island
  • Traditional seafood lunch (coconut rice, octopus sauce, grilled fish, lobster, prawns, tropical fruit, drinks)

Not Included

  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities for crew
  • Personal travel insurance
Need a fully custom quote — different group size, luxury upgrade, or added nights? Contact our team and we'll tailor it.
No — Safari Blu welcomes any group size, from couples to large groups.
Safari Blu operates every day, from July to March.
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