PILLI PIPA DHOW, the genuine product, snorkeling tour to Kisite Marine Park

Summary Description

Meet a driver at your hotel for transfer to Shimoni fishing village, where you board a dhow sailboat for the trip to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park.

Enjoy Kenyan coffee, tea, and morning snacks on the boat, watching for dolphins, turtles, whale sharks, and humpback whales during the crossing. Snorkeling equipment is provided, as well as life jackets and in-the-water help from snorkeling guides, if desired. Two snorkeling stops give you time to take in the remarkable wildlife that thrives on the coral reefs here, with large shoals of fish, moray eels, stingrays, and more.

Following your time in the water, head to Wasini Island for a seafood lunch of freshly caught crab and fish, served with alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks. After lunch, relax by the beach or in the garden before returning to shore where a driver meets you for transfer to your hotel.

Highlights
  • Cultural experience: travel in a traditional sailing dhow
  • Enjoy snacks, drinks, lunch, and open-bar
  • Included park fees and snorkeling gear mean no extra costs
Description

Select this full-day cruise aboard a traditional dhow sailboat and enjoy two snorkel stops on the beautiful coral reef at Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park. Be on the lookout for dolphins and turtles as you cruise through the marine park. The day includes a light breakfast, a Swahili-style seafood lunch, and free-flowing drinks on scenic Wasini Island.

Included / Excluded
  • Pick up and drop off from your hotel
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Fully owned and licenced boat and captain
  • National Park fees
  • Morning tea and snacks
  • Cold soft drinks and water on board throughout the tor
  • Professional marine guides and snorkelling/ diving instructors
  • All snorkelling equipment hire including: Snorkelling masks, prescription snorkelling masks,snorkels, fins,life jackets and buoyancy rings. All our equipment is imported from the Netherlands and regularly serviced and replaced.
  • Buffet style seafood lunch (vegetarian or chicken option available)
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Bottled water
  • Soda/Pop
  • Entry/Admission - Diani Beach
  • Your own beach towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Water friendly shoes
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Camera
  • Swim suit
  • DIVING at extra cost. Pay on the day.
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 8-9 hours
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive (fun dives available for non-certified divers). Dives incur additional charges.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

FAQ

How much is PILLI PIPA DHOW, the genuine product, snorkeling tour to Kisite Marine Park?

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PILLI PIPA DHOW, the genuine product, snorkeling tour to Kisite Marine Park price starts from $120.00.

Which company provides PILLI PIPA DHOW, the genuine product, snorkeling tour to Kisite Marine Park?

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PILLI PIPA DHOW, the genuine product, snorkeling tour to Kisite Marine Park is hosted by Pilli Pipa Dhow Safari. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

What is the PILLI PIPA DHOW, the genuine product, snorkeling tour to Kisite Marine Park cancellation policy?

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PILLI PIPA DHOW, the genuine product, snorkeling tour to Kisite Marine Park cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Pilli Pipa Dhow Safari

About operator:

PLENTY OF AVAILABILITY every day. Pilli Pipa has being running dhow safaris since 1989. It is a small family owned company run by Selina and Harm Lutjeboer. Safe, personal and professional service to guests. Guests taken into the pristine and preserved Kisite Marine National Park, aboard our traditional Arab sailing dhows, have the chance to interact and observe in small group sizes about 250 recorded fish species, 200 resident dolphins and over 140 catalogued individuals sea turtles. Snorkel with qualified marine guides who will teach and guide you along the reef whether you are a complete beginner or experienced snorkeler. Alternatively we offer world class scuba diving in and around the famous Kisite Marine Park, with PADI and NAUI accredited dive masters and instructors. Diving ranges from introductory "fun dives" in the shallows of the marine park, all the way to advanced drift dives in a number of secret and exclusive with the opportunity to dive with pelagic species.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 8 hours - 9 hours