Kiunga Marine National Reserve

Kiunga Marine Reserve boasts pristine coral reefs, seagrass beds, and deep-sea channels that attract diverse marine life.

Coral Species: Brain coral, fan coral, and staghorn coral.
Tropical Fish: Parrotfish, angelfish, butterflyfish, and clownfish.
Marine Mammals: Dolphins, humpback whales, and the rare dugong.
Sea Turtles: Green turtles, hawksbill turtles, and loggerhead turtles.
Other Marine Life: Octopuses, lobsters, reef sharks, and manta rays.

Snorkeling & Scuba Diving

✔️ Explore the coral gardens & deep-sea walls.
✔️ Dive with turtles, reef sharks & rare dugongs.

Dolphin & Whale Watching

✔️ Spot humpback whales (July–October) and bottlenose dolphins.

Dugong Conservation Experience

✔️ One of Kenya’s last remaining dugong populations can be found here.

Kayaking & Mangrove Tours

✔️ Paddle through Kiunga’s extensive mangrove forests.
✔️ Spot rare birds & marine species in the shallow waters.

Deep-Sea Fishing

✔️ Catch marlin, sailfish, tuna, and barracuda.

Birdwatching at Lamu-Kiunga Seabird Sanctuary

✔️ Home to tropical seabirds & migratory species.

By Air: Fly to Manda Airport in Lamu (LAU).
Charter a boat or flight to Kiunga.

By Road: Drive from Lamu to Kiunga (250 km, approx. 6 hours).
4x4 vehicle is required for rough terrain.

By Boat: Boat transfers available from Lamu or Pate Island.

Luxury Lodges: Manda Bay, Peponi Hotel (Lamu).

Mid-Range Resorts: Kizingoni Beach Lodge, Kipungani Explorer.

Eco-Lodges & Camps: Kiwayu Safari Village, Munira Island Camp.

July – October: Best for whale watching & diving.

November – March: Warm waters, perfect for snorkeling.

April – June: Rainy season, fewer activities available.