Wild, Wild Waters of Watamu!

Welcome to the Final Part of our ‘Top 7 Things to Do in Watamu’ series! 😀 Truly experiencing Watamu means exploring its white, sandy beaches and wild, ocean waters.

 

 

This is honestly my favorite part of the Watamu series! As I write this, my heart is in ‘cartwheels’ mode; hopefully by the time you finish reading, yours will be too! 😀 The not-so-secret plan is to make you fall head-over-heels in love with Watamu! And possibly, get you to book your next trip that-a-way!!

You can’t quite say you have been to Watamu until you get a feel of the beach and Indian ocean. Watamu is known for its lively water-sports, beautiful beaches and coral reefs.

So, ladies and gents, belt up…and let the water adventures begin! 😉 😀

 

Watamu’s Top 7 (Part 3): Wild Waters of Watamu

Walks on the Beach

It is possible to travel to a place, but not really ‘experience’ it. You want to take a nice leisurely walk on Watamu beach, and appreciate the alluring views of the ocean.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY: MARION MITHAMO

 

One of the most spectacular things about Watamu’s lovely, white beaches is that they are clean, and not overcrowded. You can enjoy the ‘waters’ as wholeheartedly as you desire. 😀

The best part about a simple walk on the beach is that it costs you nothing… Yet the benefits are immeasurable. 🙂

 

Snorkeling in the Ocean

Imagine yourself getting on a white, little modest boat… sailing into the deep, bluer parts of the Ocean. As you look around you, the land and its comforts disappear… and you are soon surrounded by water.

Then, imagine being handed a face mask, and having the liberties to dive into the bottomless ocean and swim with the fish. Imagine the tiny colored fish dancing around you, as if you were one of them….

But… my good folk, why imagine when you can actually do it? 😀

This is the Watamu snorkeling experience! 😀 You might be thinking- I am not a good swimmer…etc etc.

Well, I am not a good swimmer…if I can be called a ‘swimmer’ at all! The best swimming, my sisters and I have done is in the shallow end…where you can see the bottom of the pool and the edge is comfortably near.

My brother on the other hand, is one step away from being a fish. 😀 Swimming is a part of him, as much as his skin is part of his body.

 

Yet, despite having both extremes, we were all able to enjoy snorkeling. For us, it was with life jackets, and holding on to our guide for dear life. While for my brother, he became one with the water and its creatures.

This is an experience you will want to try out when you visit Watamu. For an experienced swimmer like my brother, swimming to the bottom of the ocean, with fish up-close, was a whole new adventure.

I then wished I had an underwater camera….I would have loved to take pictures of the beautiful fish and the ocean’s creatures. It is breathtakingly beautiful. 🙂

 

TIP:

• Remember to carry bread when you go out snorkeling. The bread crumbs will attract fish to come to you
• The boats have a viewing window at the bottom where you can view the fish. But you will enjoy it better if you get into the water
• It is safe for children who have swimming experience, but not for toddlers
• Tell your guide beforehand if you are not a confident swimmer.
• It costs about Kshs.1,200 per adult, and Kshs. 800 for children; this covers entry to the Watamu Marine National Park, boat hire & service charge

 

Kite Surfing

This is the one thing I wish I could say- Yes I did it and I loved it! Aha 😀 I wish!! BUT…. From what my eyes experienced through the lens of my camera, it is a must-share!

 

You’ve probably seen this on TV and thought it was a stunts, right? That was me too, until I saw a guy flying to the tunes and beats of the wind and water. It looked a little like something out of this world!

I later learned that Watamu’s seasonal winds and relatively, tranquil waters provide the perfect conditions to command the skill.

If you are a thrill-seeker, then you certainly want to try this sport out! It is like poetry in motion, 🙂 and hopefully someday I can be brave enough to actually learn the sport.

 

 Bonus: Watamu Sunsets

We missed a post last week, thanks to ‘housekeeping’ on the site… To thank you for your patience, here is a bonus! 🙂

>> When it’s all been said and done, Watamu’s sunsets take the day! If we are connected on Facebook and Instagram, then you know I adore sunsets 🙂 {If we aren’t connected what are you waiting for…? Click on the links to the right to get Connected 😉 }

Watamu simply had the most ethereal sunsets I have seen yet! I loved watching the sky take on different shades, in obedience to the sun’s majestic descent.

Watamu is certainly a place where you will be reminded of nature, and those priceless things that make life richer…

 

I hope this 3-part series on the ‘Top 7 Things to Do In Watamu’, has inspired an itch in you to visit! As Kenyans, such amazing experiences are well within our reach… Let us be the reason that our Tourism Sector turns around and aspire to become more of ‘Local Tourists’ and make the best of what is obviously our ‘Magical Kenya’! #SupportLocal #TravelLocal

 

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