Kisite Mpunguti marine National Park is stunning coastal reserve located on the southern coast of Kenya, that is approximately 100 kilometers South of Mombasa, near the town of Shimoni. The park comprises a marine park and a national reserve that covers an area of approximately 39 square kilometers, and is situated near the Tanzania border. The park’s is located in the unique environment, where the coral reefs of the Indian Ocean meet the Kenyan coastline, thus creates a rich and diverse marine ecosystems that is a home to an incredible variety of the marine life including the dolphins, whales, sea turtles and over 250 species of fish. The park’s coral reefs, which are some of the pristine and well-preserved in the world, provide a habitat for the stunning variety of the marine creatures, while the scenic coastline, with the picturesque islands, sandy beaches, and the clear waters offers the breathtaking views and the unforgettable experiences for the visitors.
Attractions in Kisite Marine National Park and Reserve.
Shimoni caves.
Shimoni caves, are located near the entrance of the Kisite Marine national reserve, are fascinating network and the ancient coral milestone caves that are steeped in the history and natural beauty. The caves are believed to have been formed over 100,000 years ago, stretch for over 6 kilometers and feature a series of the narrow passengers, vast chambers and others. According to the local legend the caves were once used as the hiding place for the slaves, and the walls still bear the scars of this dark history part. Today the caves offer a unique and captivating experience and on a safari the visitors can explore the caves with a guide, while discovering the hidden pools, underground rivers and the stunning variety of the ancient formations.
Turtles.
Turtles in Kisite Mpunguti Marine National Reserve are beloved feature of the park’s incredible marine biodiversity. Three species of the turtles, like the green turtle, hawksbill turtle and the loggerhead turtle can be found in the reserve’s clear waters, where they feed on the coral reefs and seagrass beads. The visitors to the park can observe these gentle creatures swimming in the waters or nesting on the beaches, and the reserve’s conservation are helping to protect these magnificent animals from the threats of the habitat loss, pollution and over fishing, the turtles play an important role in the health of the reserve’s ecosystem and their presence in the best experience.
Kisite Island, Ream of the Seabirds.
Kisite Island located within the Kisite Mpunguti Marine National Park is a picturesque island that serves as a haven for the stunning variety of the seabirds. The island’s rocky shores, coral reefs and the vegetation that provides a perfect habitat for over 100 species of the bird species like the roseate tern, the sooty tern noddy tern that flock to the island in the large numbers to nest, feed, the roost. On the safari, the visitors explore the island, while also spotting dolphins, whales, water birds and the sea turtles in the surrounding waters. The island’s atmosphere and breathtaking landscape make it unforgettable safari destination.
Kenyan Barrier Reef.
Kenyan barrier reef is in Kisite Mpunguti Marine National Reserve, is a perfect natural attraction that stretches for over 200 kilometers along the Kenyan coast, making it one of the most biologically diverse coral reef systems in the world. The reef system is a home to a marine life that is over 250 species of fish, sea turtles, dolphins and others. As the visitors explore the reef on a safari, that is either by snorkeling or scuba diving they experience at the stunning colours of the coral, while also witnessing the diversity of marine life, making it an unforgettable underwater experience.
Things to do in Kisite Marine National Park and Reserve.
Snorkeling and Diving.
Snorkeling and diving in Kisite Mpunguti Marine national reserve offers an unforgettable underwater adventure, thus allowing the visitors to explore the incredible beauty and diversity of the Kenyan Barrier reef. As snorkelers or scuba divers, visitors can discover the vibrant coral formations, kelp forests and others provide a habitat for an astonishing variety of the marine life like sea turtles, dolphins, whales and over 250 species of fish, this allows the visitors to witness the incredible colours and patterns of the coral and marine life, while also exploring underwater caverns, drop-offs and shipwrecks.
Fishing.
Fishing in Kisite Mpunguti Marine National Reserve is a popular and famous Kenya safari activity that offers a thrilling experience in the stunning beauty of the Indian Ocean. The reserve’s waters are known for their incredible marine biodiversity, with a wide range of the fish species and thus making it a paradise for both recreational and experienced anglers. Visitors can select from various fishing options, like deep-sea fishing, bottom fishing, and can fish from either a traditional dhow with the guidance of the experienced local fishermen and guides, the visitors can enjoy the a fun-filled day of fishing, while also taking in the wonderful landscape and spotting dolphins, and other marine life making for an unforgettable fishing experience in one of Kenya’s beautiful marine reserves.
Guided walks.
Guided walks in Kisite Mpunguti Marine national park offers unique experience that allows the visitors to explore the reserve’s stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife on foot, the activity can be led by the experienced guides from African Vacations Safaris, the visitors can go on a leisurely walk through the reserve’s landscape taking in the breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, the coral reefs and the surrounding landscapes. The visitors along the way during the guided walks can observe a variety of wildlife like monkeys, bird species, butterflies and others while also learning about the reserve’s unique ecosystems.
Boat Ride.
A boat ride safari in Kisite Mpunguti Marine national park is attractive safari experience that offers a unique experience on the reserve’s stunning marine landscape and incredible wildlife. The visitors can cruise through the attractive waters while exploring the coral reefs, islands, and then the marine life while also spotting dolphins, whales, and the sea turtles and taking in the massive views of the Kenyan coastline.
Sailing.
Sailing in in Kisite Mpunguti Marine national park is an exhilarating Kenya safari experience that allows the tourists to experience the ocean breeze across the clear waters. As the visitors sail, visitors can take in the stunning landscape of the reserve, like the coral reefs, island and marine life while as you enjoying the sailing on the open water.
Viewing marine life.
Viewing the marine life in Kisite Mpunguti Marine national park is a fascinating safari experience that offers the visitors into the incredible diversity of the marine species that inhabit the reserve’s coral reefs and waters, the visitors can observe diverse variety of the marine life like dolphins, whales and over 250 species of fish that is either from the shore, by snorkeling, or while on the boat tour thus providing a unique and unforgettable safari experience.
