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Board a traditional dhow at Shimoni for a full-day snorkel safari to Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park, with two reef swims, likely dolphin sightings and a fresh Swahili seafood lunch on Wasini Island. Small-group dhows and included transfers make this an accessible, all-ages marine outing from Diani.
Board a traditional dhow at Shimoni for a full-day snorkel safari to Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park, with two reef swims, likely dolphin sightings and a fresh Swahili seafood lunch on Wasini Island. Small-group dhows and included transfers make this an accessible, all-ages marine outing from Diani.
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Operated by Pilli Pipa Dhow Safaris · Shimoni, Kwale County
The dhow slides away from Shimoni with a soft, creaking rhythm; canvas bellies fill and the ocean opens into a sheet of glass edged with coral bommies. Salt and tea steam mingle on deck as guides point toward flashes of silver—dolphins often arc ahead, teasing the route to Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park.
moderate.
8–9 hours.
Moderate fitness; you should be comfortable swimming short distances and entering/exiting a small boat into the ocean.
No—dolphins are regularly seen on the crossing and around Kisite, but sightings cannot be guaranteed; guides will stop for sightings when safe.
Yes—certified divers may join paid dives if they present credentials; fun dives for non-certified divers are sometimes offered at an extra charge.
Pickup is standard from Diani, Msambweni or Tiwi hotels; collection from Mombasa and North Coast hotels is not usually offered due to distance and Likoni ferry delays—ask in advance for special arrangements.
Yes—the tour supplies masks, fins, snorkels, life jackets and buoyancy aids; equipment is regularly serviced and replaced.
Wasini and Shimoni sit within the Swahili coast where centuries of Indian Ocean trade shaped language, architecture and cuisine; dhows reflect a living maritime tradition.
Kisite Mpunguti is a protected marine park; visitors are asked to avoid touching coral, use reef-safe products and follow guides’ instructions to limit reef damage.
Pilli Pipa Dhow Safaris operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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