Sail Kenya's most pristine marine reserve aboard a traditional wooden dhow, snorkelling over untouched coral gardens teeming with dolphins, turtles, and dazzling reef fish. This is Kenya's ocean at its most spectacular.
What to expect
Transfer south to Shimoni, where you board an elegant hand-carved dhow and glide into the protected waters of Kisite-Mpunguti. Spinner and bottlenose dolphins frequently ride the bow wave. Snorkel over hard and soft corals in crystalline waters before anchoring off car-free Wasini Island for a legendary crab, prawns, and fresh fish lunch. The return dhow journey is pure serenity.
Good to know
The journey to Shimoni is approximately 90 minutes from Mombasa port — confirm your ship's all-aboard time carefully and depart by 07:00. Pre-book well in advance as small-group slots fill fast. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and an underwater camera.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Mombasa — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
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- Tsavo East National Park: Full-Day Private Safari with Lunch
- Fort Jesus & Old Town Mombasa: Private Expert-Led Walking History Tour
- Haller Park & Giraffe Encounter: Private Nature Walk with a Conservationist
- Swahili Culinary Immersion: Private Street Food & Spice Market Tour
- Masai Mara Great Migration: Private 3–4 Day Fly-In Safari Experience