Diani: Wasini Island, Snorkeling & Shimoni Slave Caves Tour

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Explore the Wasini Island and Shimoni Slave Caves on a day trip from Diani. Snorkel in the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park, visit the Shimoni Slave Caves, and enjoy a Swahili lunch.

Highlights

  • Snorkel in the clear waters of the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park
  • Explore the Wasini Island and learn about the local community
  • Enjoy a delicious Swahili lunch prepared by local women
  • Visit the Shimoni Slave Caves and learn about the dark history of the slave trade
  • Spot dolphins, sea turtles, and other marine life in the park

Description

Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in the early morning. As you journey through the beautiful coastal landscape, enjoy views of charming properties and lush palm plantations. Arrive around 8:00 AM and board a boat to sail along the stunning Wasini Canal. Snorkel at Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park. Here, you’ll have a chance to spot dolphins (95% chance), vibrant marine life, and maybe even sea turtles. After enjoying the vibrant underwater world, take a short tour of Mkwiro Village on Wasini Island. This is an opportunity to learn about life on the island and connect with the community. If you have small donations like books, sanitary towels, or gently used clothes, they’ll be warmly received by local families. Following the village visit, head back to Shimoni for a delicious Swahili lunch. The meal is prepared by local women, giving you the chance to support their work while indulging in the rich flavors of authentic coastal cuisine. Finally, visit the Shimoni Slave Caves, a community-run historical site. Here, you’ll learn about the dark history of the slave trade and its abolition while supporting a meaningful local initiative. By joining this tour, you not only enjoy a memorable experience but also contribute directly to the communities of Wasini and Shimoni.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Boat ride along Wasini Canal Snorkeling at Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park Village tour of Mkwiro on Wasini Island Swahili lunch prepared by local women Visit to Shimoni Slave Caves

Important Information

  • 95% chance to spot dolphins Opportunity to see vibrant marine life and sea turtles Support local communities by visiting and making donations Learn about the history of the slave trade at Shimoni Slave Caves

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