Mangrove Forest
Mida Creek & Waka-Waka

Full day Mida Creek

Sailing through the mangroves of Mida Creek, natural pools in front of the Garoda Resort, starfish, monkeys among the branches and pink flamingos among the shrimp banks. From December to February, dolphins too.

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What makes it special

Why choose this excursion

Mangrove forest

Sailing among the roots, with monkeys watching you from the branches. A unique ecosystem, rich in wildlife.

Natural pools

Pools of crystal-clear water that form at low tide: snorkeling or relaxing as if in a spa.

Starfish

An area rich in starfish of various species: easily visible in the shallow waters.

Pink flamingos

Groups of pink flamingos attracted by the shrimp banks. Unforgettable close-up photos.

The programme

A day between sea and mangroves

AMMorning

8:30/9:00 — Departure from your resort

Snorkeling, dolphins and natural pools

We pick you up with car and driver from your resort. The departure time (8:30 or 9:00) depends on the tide. We take you to the beach where the boats set off.

December–February: we head straight beyond the coral reef for the dolphins
Other months: Watamu Marine Park — coral reef, multicoloured fish, corals
Snorkeling for those who want it; glass-bottom boat for non-swimmers
Masks and fins available on board
A stop at the natural pools in front of the Garoda Resort — relaxing at low tide

PMAfternoon

Mida Creek & Waka-Waka

Mangroves, flamingos and lunch

We head towards the Mida Creek mangrove area, rich in starfish. You often come across fishermen's boats at work on lobster and prawns. The monkeys can be seen from the branches above the boat. The pink flamingos are attracted by the shrimp.