This dive site, Kisite Marine Park, is renowned as Kenya's premier snorkeling destination, located off the country's southern coast near Wasini Island. Divers and snorkelers navigate along a vibrant reef drop-off, which descends from a shallow 3 meters on the reef top to a maximum depth of 10 meters at its base. The site offers an easy and gentle experience, making it perfect for underwater exploration without complex navigation.
The healthy and colorful reef teems with marine life, including numerous clownfish hiding in their host anemones, various superb angelfish, and often sightings of green sea turtles resting in reef crevices. Stingrays can be observed camouflaged on the sandy bottom, adding to the rich biodiversity of this protected area. Hard and soft corals form the backbone of this vibrant ecosystem.
The best time to visit Kisite Marine Park is generally during the dry seasons (October to March and July to September) when visibility is at its peak and the waters are calm. Its shallow depths and abundant marine life make it an ideal location for beginner divers and a spectacular spot for freedivers and snorkelers seeking an immersive, accessible underwater experience.
