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Pilli Pipa Dhow: Snorkeling Experience in Kisite Marine Park, Kenya
4.7
204 Ratings
Diani Beach
Experience the best snorkeling and diving boat safari in Kenya’s Kisite Marine Park. Explore pristine coral reefs and encounter dolphins, turtles, stingrays, and a variety of fish and coral species. Enjoy a traditional Swahili seafood lunch on Wasini Island. Book now!
Experience the best snorkeling and diving boat safari in Kenya’s Kisite Marine Park. Explore pristine coral reefs and encounter dolphins, turtles, stingrays, and a variety of fish and coral species. Enjoy a traditional Swahili seafood lunch on Wasini Island. Book now!
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Pilli Pipa Dhow Safari - Guests will be picked up from their accommodations along the South Coast and transported via minivan to Shimoni, where they will embark on our dhow to visit Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park. This tour is not recommended for pickups from hotels on the North Coast of Mombasa due to the extended travel time. Despite this, numerous…
- Pilli Pipa Dhow Safari - Guests will be picked up from their accommodations along the South Coast and transported via minivan to Shimoni, where they will embark on our dhow to visit Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park. This tour is not recommended for pickups from hotels on the North Coast of Mombasa due to the extended travel time. Despite this, numerous visitors still choose to participate, though they may encounter significant delays at the Likoni ferry. Participants will have the opportunity to snorkel at two distinct diving locations and may spot dolphins during the journey or within the park. While dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, they are quite likely, as dolphins are frequently observed and the area is rich in marine life. The excursion continues with a trip to Wasini Island, where a sumptuous lunch featuring fish and crab will be served. Options for chicken or vegetarian meals are available upon prior request.
What's Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Morning tea and snacks
- National Park fees
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- 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.
- Tea and coffee…
- Carbonated beverages
- Morning tea and snacks
- National Park fees
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- 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.
- Tea and coffee
- White wine or beer included with lunch
- Pick up and drop off from your Diani Beach, Msambweni or Tiwi hotel
- Bottled water
- Cold soft drinks and water on board throughout the tour
- Buffet style seafood lunch (vegetarian or chicken option available if ordered in advance)
- Fully owned and licenced boat and captain
- Snacks
- Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Professional marine guides and snorkelling/ diving instructors
What's Not Included
- Your own beach towel
- Sunscreen
- Water friendly shoes
- Hat and sunglasses
- Camera
- Swim suit
- DIVING at extra cost. Pay on the day. 40 USD
- Your own beach towel
- Sunscreen
- Water friendly shoes
- Hat and sunglasses
- Camera
- Swim suit
- DIVING at extra cost. Pay on the day. 40 USD
Additional Information
Experience the excitement of Kenya’s most sought-after snorkelling and diving boat safari at the renowned Kisite Marine Park, situated just 50km away from Diani Beach. Diving is available at an additional charge, payable on the day.
Submerge yourself in the warm, clear waters brimming with untouched coral and diverse marine life, which includes dolphins,…
Experience the excitement of Kenya’s most sought-after snorkelling and diving boat safari at the renowned Kisite Marine Park, situated just 50km away from Diani Beach. Diving is available at an additional charge, payable on the day.
Submerge yourself in the warm, clear waters brimming with untouched coral and diverse marine life, which includes dolphins, turtles, stingrays, moray eels and a stunning array of fish and coral species.
Pilli Pipa has two sailing dhows in operation, thus ensuring limited crew members on each one for increased safety measures and personal attention.
You’ll get the opportunity to snorkel twice in Kisite Marine Park before heading to your exclusive Robinson Crusoe style restaurant on Wasini Island to relish in a fresh, traditional Swahili seafood lunch (options for vegetarians are also available).
Our package includes round-trip transfers from your Diani/ Mombasa hotel, all Kisite Marine Park entrance fees, use of high-quality and well-maintained snorkelling gear, all snacks and beverages during your dhow trip as well as alcoholic drinks and seafood lunch on Wasini Island.
- 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 normally possible to pick up from Mombasa or North Coast hotels but please ask first to see if we can make special arrangements.
Location
Pilli Pipa Dhow Safari
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(204 Ratings)
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Manu910
Oct 23, 2024
A beautiful day! - We had a wonderful day, full of authenticity and discoveries! We had the chance to see a large group of dolphins and then swam in a beautiful coral reef. We then had lunch on the island of Wassini in a very intimate restaurant offering a unique menu made of fresh and typical products. We highly recommend this activity!
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I2148bdmonicac
Oct 15, 2024
I would definitely do it again!!! - My husband and I did the day trip safari.
It was the first time for us and a bit challenging, but the professional crew took good care of us. Every moment was carefully arranged for, from the pick up service with Benson the driver who showed us around while driving, the fantastic fresh mandazis (like donuts) on the dhow, and gourmet food at lunch, to Jason and Calvin "Nyati", hands-on management. Special thanks to Melvin who converted a challenging snorkeling experience into magical moments.  Thank you Pili Pipa!
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E8863ldcarolineb
Oct 7, 2024
Excellent Day Trip - I would highly recommend this snorkelling tour, even if you are not a strong swimmer or experienced at snorkelling. It was a full day trip, we were picked up from our hotel at 7.30am, and returned at 5pm. I have done many boat trips and can honestly say that this was one of the best organised and professional that I have experienced. The whole team were committed to giving everyone the best experience possible. I am not a strong swimmer so one of the team members (thank you Salem) looked after me so well and allowed me to experience the same as everyone else with the confidence that I wasn't going to get into any trouble in the water. We saw so many wonderful fish, a sea turtle. I loved the fact that the team were so respectful of the sea life. Refreshments were provided on the boat. The lunch stop at Wasini Island was a special experience. The ladies who provided the lunch were informative, proud of their food and happy to help. Whilst it is a lunch of fish, there is the option to have chicken or vegetarian for those who do not eat fish. It was a really beautiful setting.
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Weclayson
Sep 27, 2024
Wonderful experience - Our time with the team of Pilli Pipa was amazing. They were able to explain about the area and worked hard to give us a best experience. Our group had a variety of abilities and they were patient and helpful with all of us. I ended up getting seasick and they attended graciously to my needs.
Our lunch on the Wasini island was delicious and served with pomp and ceremony by local people.
Overall, I highly recommend this trip.
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Justine_o
Sep 9, 2024
AMAZING TRIP, HIGHLY RECOMMEND! - We booked this late the night before, knowing it would be a risk, but the Viator team assured us we were on the pickup list. The following morning, we were ready to go but had not heard anything from the Pilli Pipa Dhow team, so I sent a message to see if they were on their way. Sadly, we were not on the pickup list, but they had made some calls and managed to pick us up and get us to the bus on time! The trip itself was remarkable, and we were well taken care of by every single person on the team.
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Melaniebx3541xw
Sep 6, 2024
Fantastic day trip! - Fantastic day trip!
Great communication from tour operator, driver and crew. Snacks and drinks provided. Clean boat and good equipment. We got about 2 hours of great snorkeling. Staff was helpful and attentive to those who required assistance or first timers.
Large amount of fish, corals and anemones. We saw dolphins and turtles and got inked by an octopus. Great time!!
Boat ride was a bit rough on the way out but the crew were kind and attentive to passengers. Rough seas are out of their control. The trip back was smoother and very enjoyable.
Family atmosphere-not a party boat.
Lunch was spectacular with wine/beer and all other drinks. Food was great with crab, fish, chicken and vegetarian options.
Highly recommend!
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Jessl619
Sep 3, 2024
Magical memories swimming with dolphins! - We had the most amazing day trip on Dhow boat, visiting Wasini Island, snorkeling in the Kisite Matine Park. We saw all sorts if fish and sea life on the beautiful corals. We paid an extra $50 for a fun dive and it was the best experience of our whole trip to Kenya. We swam with a pod of dolphins, saw lobster, sting ray, octopus. The guides were fantastic, the boat was well equipped and the staff made youcfeel really safe and were very experienced Padi trained and brilliant at guiding you. Snacks and drinks were provided on board, there were not a lot of people on the boat and one instructor to one or two divers. The lunch was delicious and even if you don't like seafood there was plenty of vegetarian and meat options. The staff throughout the trip, from booking, drivers, waiting staff, all so welcoming and I can't recommend highly enough. We even went to visit the slave caves afterwards which was included in the price. Well worth every shilling!
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52ketanb
Sep 2, 2024
Best Snorkelling experience ever! - OMG what an experience!
Just the best snorkelling experience ever!
Yatin and team were awesome and looked after us in and out of the water.
The ride out was a little rough due to winds, but nothing the team can do about that.
You get a good couple of hours of snorkelling and you see some amazing colours of fish, as well as turtles and octopus.
We also saw a school of 5-6 dolphins swim right past us whilst getting back on the boat after snorkelling.
Lunch was simply fantastic, 2 different types of crab, fish croquettes, rice, veggies. Samosas and pakoras for the vegetarians too.
Just amazing, I cannot recommend this anymore that I already have!
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Traveler23679564635
Jul 29, 2024
Great Experience! - We were picked up punctually at the hotel at 0700. From there we travelled to Shimoni, where we set off by boat. After three minutes we saw the first dolphin. On the boat we were told about the programme for the day and what to expect. Due to my longer diving break of 18 months, our dive master, Mr Mohamed, explained the most important things to me again in a very professional and detailed manner. I felt very safe again afterwards and was able to enjoy the two dives to the full! The underwater world was a dream. The subsequent lunch on Wasani Island was the crowning glory of this great day. The place is beautiful, the staff is attentive and helpful. The sea food is so fresh and extremely tasty. Thank you to the whole team at Pilli Pipa, everyone was very friendly and professional. It was a great day!
We will be back!
Ella, Barbara and Marc
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Jana_w
Aug 11, 2024
Recommendable trip - Very helpful and friendly staff on the boat and on the island. We saw many colorful fish, corals and sea stars. On our way we even met dolphins. Unfortunately there were no fins left for our daughter since all were taken by the other kids, so she was the only one without fins which made her sad. Apart from that it was a very nice recommendable trip!
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