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If there’s a destination you need to include in your bucket list, is the Wasini Island tour.
Wasini Island is a gateway to the Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park, which offers unforgettable experiences on the southern coast.
In this article, Naicef will take you to a world of imagination through the Wasini Island tour.
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Wasini Island Attractions
I will share my experience at Wasini Island during the coastal tour to explain the attractions I visited.
1. Coral Gardens
The Coral Gardens at Wasini Island are known as nature’s underwater masterpiece.
Did you know that these corals are living creatures made of tiny animals called polyps?
These polyps, not larger than a grain of rice, come together to form a large skeleton, hence forming different shapes of corals.
These corals are amazingly beautiful.
Let Naicef help you explore the best of these Coral gardens.
2. Wasini Women’s Group Boardwalk
The Wasini Women’s group welcomes you to a walk where tradition comes alive.
This boardwalk was created in 1978 by women living on Wasini Island.
As you walk around the Island, you see mothers, daughters, and grandmothers living in their daily island life.
For instance, you will see women grind spices using the traditional kinu and mortar, young girls practicing weaving, which their grandparents taught them.
Here, you learn the role of women in society, whereby they work very hard to provide for their families.
The women here are very friendly and very willing to share their story about living in Wasini Island, and their eyes light up when explaining upcoming projects.
3. Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park
Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park is 5km from the Shimoni bordering Wasini Island.
According to the local Digo elders, the term Kisite Mpunguti means “small islands where secrets hide.“
Similarly, this is a perfect description for Kisite, where every fish reveals new marine mysteries and showcases the diverse aquatic wildlife.
This is a place each tourist has to visit after experiencing the best of Wasini Island.
Kisite National Reserve consists of more than 250 different species of fish preserved in fish ponds and some in their natural habitats.
It is so therapeutic to observe fish swimming from one end to another in the aquatic ecosystem.
4. Shimoni Caves – Echoes of the Slave Trade
Shimoni Caves were once used as chambers for enslaved individuals in the 19th century before their shipment to slave markets in Zanzibar, Pemba, and Oman.
Therefore, the Shimoni Caves remain a historical site in remembrance of those who suffered.
Did you know the air in Shimoni caves smells of damp earth and salt as your eyes adjust to the dim light flickering through cracks in the ancient coral rocks?
During the coastal tour, we could see bats chirping on the rocks.
Shimoni caves represent not only a UNESCO historical cave but also a place where nature and culture intersect.
Things to Do in Wasini
1. Snorkelling
Wasini Island is one of the best places in Kenya that offers the best snorkelling, where you get the best marine experiences.
This is not just an experience, it’s a conversation with the sea.
2. Swimming
Swimming at Wasini is a very enjoyable activity once you get to the shore.
3. Swahili Seafood Feast
Who wouldn’t want to experience the Swahili culture?
If you tend to visit the Coast, this is one of the best experiences you wouldn’t want to miss: the Swahili Seafood Feast.
Therefore, Wasini will give you exactly that.
4. Wasini Dolphin Tour
The Wasini Dolphin Experience is an experience to die for. I call it ” The Marine Safari.
Here, dolphins jump, whirling their tails, then dive back into the water. What an amazing view!
Alternatively, you may either catch the dolphins or not.
Wasini Island Entrance Fee
Visiting the Wasini Island requires 2 main fees;
a) Marine Park conservation fee: $20 for foreign adults, $10 for kids, and Ksh 500 for Kenyan citizens.
b) Community fee that supports local projects.
Therefore, these fees guarantee you access to the island beaches, snorkeling areas, and village walks.
Wasini Island Accommodation
Looking forward to having your late evenings at Wasini Island, and you wonder where to spend your nights?
Worry less, Naicef offers the best Wasini Island accommodation for everyone.
They include;
a) Eco-lodges
b) Airbnbs
c) Beachfront Villas
We always believe in giving luxury experiences.
They say, Luxury is an opportunity to experience life at its best, and Naicef gives exactly that.
Why go for the Wasini Island Tour
a) The Island is always less crowded
b) Rich Marine Life
c) Rich Cultural diversity
d) Perfect destination for day trips
Conclusion
In conclusion, Wasini Island is a hidden gem to have on your bucket list that you will never regret experiencing.
Therefore, the best things to do in Wasini Island are
a) Snorkeling
b) Swimming
c) Wasini Dolfin Tour
d) Swahili Seafood Feast
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I get to Wasini Island?
Why struggle getting to Wasini Island alone while Naicef, the best tour company in Kenya, is here to give you the best Wasini Island tour.
2. What do I carry with me to Wasini?
a) Swimwear
b) Sunscreen
c) Hat and Sunglasses
d) Camera to capture the dolphins and other attractions
e) Cash to support local tourism
3. What is the best time to visit Wasini Island?
The best time to visit Wasini Island is during the dry season, which generally falls between June and October.
When these months are warm, and they offer clear skies perfect for snorkeling, boating, swimming, and the Wasini Island dolphin tour.
4. How long is snorkeling on Wasini Island?
Snorkeling on Wasini Island typically lasts between one to two hours.
5. What is the best time to catch the dolphins?
The best time to catch the dolphins in Wasini is during the early mornings or late afternoons during their feeding time.
” If happinress was a place it would look like Wasini Island.”
