1-Day Wasini Island & Dolphin Tour
Join our 1-day Wasini Island & Dolphin Tour from Diani or Mombasa. Snorkel in Kisite Marine Park, spot dolphins, and enjoy a dhow safari with Swahili seafood lunch. Book now!
🌊 Overview – Wasini Island Dolphin Tour
Our 1-Day Wasini Island & Dolphin Tour is one of Kenya’s most unforgettable ocean adventures. From the pristine shores of Diani Beach or Mombasa, board a traditional dhow and sail into the turquoise waters of the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park, one of East Africa’s most famous snorkeling destinations.
Here you’ll snorkel among vibrant coral reefs, swim with tropical fish, and spot playful dolphins in their natural habitat. The day is completed with a delicious Swahili seafood lunch on Wasini Island — a perfect mix of adventure and culture.
🌊 Highlights of the Wasini Island Tour
Dolphin safari in the Indian Ocean
Snorkeling in Kisite Marine Park with colorful coral reefs
Wasini Island exploration and Swahili cultural experience
Seafood lunch with vegetarian options available
Dhow sailing safari from Shimoni
Tour Itinerary – 1 Day Wasini Island Excursion
06:30 AM – Pickup
Pick-up from your hotel in Diani or Mombasa and drive to Shimoni.
08:30 AM – Board the Dhow
Sail in a traditional wooden dhow to Kisite Marine Park. Enjoy scenic ocean views.
09:30 AM – Dolphin Spotting & Snorkeling
Search for pods of dolphins before enjoying guided snorkeling among coral reefs.
12:30 PM – Wasini Island Lunch
Arrive on Wasini Island for a Swahili-style seafood lunch (vegetarian option available).
02:30 PM – Island Experience
Explore Wasini’s fishing villages, mangrove boardwalks, or relax by the beach.
04:00 PM – Return Journey
Board the dhow back to Shimoni, then transfer to your hotel in Diani or Mombasa.
What’s Included
Hotel transfers (Diani or Mombasa)
Dhow cruise to Wasini Island
Dolphin watching & snorkeling in Kisite Marine Park
Snorkeling gear provided
Marine park fees
Seafood lunch on Wasini Island
Professional English-speaking guide
What’s Not Included
Personal expenses
Drinks outside lunch
Tips & gratuities
Best Time to Visit Wasini Island
The best time for a Wasini Island & Dolphin Tour is during the dry season (July–October & January–March) when the ocean is calm and visibility for snorkeling is excellent. Dolphins can be seen year-round.
FAQS: Wasini Island & Dolphin Tour
It’s a full-day tour (about 8–9 hours), including transfers, dhow sailing, snorkeling, lunch, and island exploration.
Yes! The tour is family-friendly and kids love the dhow ride and dolphin spotting. Life jackets and shallow snorkeling areas are available.
Bring swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen, hat, towel, sandals, and a waterproof bag for cameras.
While sightings are common, dolphins are wild animals, so we cannot guarantee 100%. However, our guides know the best spots, and sightings are 90%+ successful.
Absolutely. We provide vegetarian Swahili dishes with coconut rice, chapati, and local vegetables.
We offer pick-up from Diani, Mombasa, Ukunda, and Tiwi Beach hotels.
No. Our guides assist beginners, and life jackets are provided for safety.
It’s one of the best snorkeling sites in East Africa, with over 200 species of fish, dolphins, and sometimes sea turtles.
Yes, private dhow tours and tailor-made Wasini excursions are available.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of dhow boats and snorkeling activities, this trip is not wheelchair accessible.