Dive sites in Watamu
10–40 m · 17 signature species
6 dive sites in Watamu, from the most talked-about to the most confidential.↓ Map of dive sites in Watamu
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6 of 6 sites
Watamu Marine National Park →
Descend into the clear waters of Watamu Marine National Park to explore vibrant coral gardens, impressive overhangs, and a diverse community of reef dwellers.
Max. depth · 40 m
Black Coral →
Descend to the depths of Black Coral and encounter the rarely seen black corals, alongside vibrant blue-yellow sea cucumbers and colossal basket sponges.
Max. depth · 40 m
Turtle Reef →
Turtle Reef offers an intimate reef circuit in Watamu, where encounters with resident turtles are a regular highlight of every dive.
Max. depth · 10 m
Oktopus Reef, Moray Reef →
Descend along the northern reef slopes of Watamu to encounter green turtles and elusive reef sharks among vibrant schools of fish and a kaleidoscope of nudibranchs.
Max. depth · 27 m
Drummers Reef →
Descend into a natural canal leading to the vibrant edges of Drummers Reef, where blue-spotted rays patrol and anemone gardens thrive.
Max. depth · 25 m
Secret Garden →
Descend into Watamu's Secret Garden, where an ancient brain coral anchors a vibrant ecosystem teeming with unique red anemones and elusive ghost morays.
Max. depth · 20 m
