| The Mombasa coastline is a tropical idyll of soft white | | | | area is home to large Manta Rays which are |
| sands and gentle sea breeze, where the passing of a | | | | occasionally encountered on dive expeditions. |
| day is marked by the slow arc of the sun. The pace | | | | In February-March each year, there are almost |
| of life in Mombasa is notably slower, languid, more | | | | guaranteed sightings of Whale Sharks on outer reef |
| relaxed and at peace with the world. | | | | dives along the Kenyan Coast. |
| Over the years, tour operators have organized beach | | | | Scuba Diving Sites in Mombasa |
| safaris along the Mombasa coast including scuba | | | | One of the best dive sites is Nyulli Reef. A good |
| diving, big game fishing, jet skiing, wind surfing, | | | | deep dive site with strong tidal currents. Spectacular |
| parasailing, beach parachuting, swimming with dolphins, | | | | coral and plunging drop offs are home to excellent |
| coral garden snorkeling among others. A Dive | | | | sea life, including snapper, barracuda, rare zebra |
| beneath these waters and you discover an undersea | | | | sharks and massive Napoleon wrasse. |
| paradise. The coral reefs teem with fish, a | | | | An easier dive is Kisiite Point. There are plenty of |
| kaleidoscope of colours and life. | | | | large, tame shoals to be found here, with average |
| Come ashore to Mombasa beach resorts and hotels | | | | dive depth at around 12 metres. Scuba Divers at the |
| that let you relax and experience this paradise in | | | | point often encounter hawksbill turtles and bottlenose |
| style and comfort. Lay back and enjoy yourself, or | | | | dolphins. |
| get out and explore. Immerse yourself in a unique | | | | Wreck Diving is possible at the Northern end of this |
| coastal culture as rich and rewarding as the local | | | | strip of coast, on the MV Unfunguo, a former |
| Swahili cuisine. | | | | trawler, which has now become a thriving artificial |
| Mombasa Water Sports | | | | reef. Since the wreck split open some years ago, the |
| Mombasa's south coast is serviced by World Class | | | | inner hull has become a massive haven for sea life, |
| resorts, centered on Diani Beach, letting the visitor | | | | and makes for a truly spectacular dive. |
| relax in style and comfort. The beaches here are | | | | PADI Scuba Diving Courses |
| broad expanses of pure white sand, while the ocean | | | | There are many dive operators in this area, both |
| is warm and inviting, with protective reefs creating | | | | private and those attached to resorts. Equipment, |
| perfect calm havens for swimming. | | | | boats, refills and dive guides are all provided. |
| Water sports enthusiasts are spoilt for choice on the | | | | International PADI, NAUI and SSI standards of safety |
| South Coast. Most of the resorts and hotels arranged | | | | and quality are all maintained. Full courses with |
| along the beaches offer a wide range of water | | | | qualified instructors and international SCUBA |
| sports. Water-skiing, Sailing, Jet skiing, parasailing and | | | | certification are available. |
| much more are arranged easily at most of the hotels. | | | | Many operators offer Night Dives and specialist Nitrox |
| Boating in Mombasa | | | | Diving. The best option is a day trip on a dive boat, |
| A range of boats are hired to explore the Mombasa | | | | catamaran or dhow with one of the many dive |
| coast, including Hobie cats and sailing skiffs. Sea | | | | companies operating in this area. |
| Kayaks are also widely used for exploring remote | | | | A day dhow trip to Wasini Island, within the reserve, |
| coves and sheltered bays. | | | | is arranged from Diani or Shimoni. This usually includes |
| Shimoni is a good place for those looking to charter | | | | snorkeling and/or diving, and a seafood lunch on the |
| yachts. Both yachts and crews are available for | | | | island. This is an ideal way to spend the day. Dolphins |
| private charter. Mombasa of Kenya is a great place | | | | often accompany the dhows through the reserve, |
| to explore by yacht, or the perfect base from which | | | | and the island itself is well worth exploring. |
| to set sail for Zanzibar to the South or the Red Sea | | | | Big Game fishing Spots in Mombasa |
| to the North. | | | | Shimoni has a long standing reputation for big game |
| Scuba Diving and Snorkeling | | | | fishing. The main game fish include Sailfish and Marlin, |
| Diving is generally good all year round, although | | | | Kingfish, Wahoo, Horse Mackerel and others. The |
| visibility lessens during July and August due to silting. | | | | best source of local information for fisherman is the |
| There are dive sites ranged along the coast from | | | | Pemba Channel Fishing Club in Shimoni. A tag and |
| Tiwi south to Shimoni. Some of the best sites are | | | | release program ensures eco-friendly fishing. Big game |
| centered on Kisiite Mpunguti Marine Reserve. This | | | | fishing can be arranged in season (December-March). |