Dolphin and Turtle swim Tour
Tour Summary: Dolphin and Turtle Swim
This tour is designed such that you will have the option/time to engage in additional activities at the conclusion of the tour! This package comes with the option to add activities as described below under “Optional Activities.”
Swimming with dolphins is a magical, bucket-list experience. This tour offers the opportunity to explore diverse marine life, including humpback whales and colorful tropical fish while snorkeling or scuba diving. Travelers can also experience the vibrant Swahili culture by visiting local villages and enjoying fresh seafood. The tour is a must-do for those seeking to snorkel in pristine waters with dolphins, take a canoe ride through the mangrove forest, and meet the locals of Wasini Island,
Look for dolphins from a traditional dhow sailboat, snorkel the colorful coral of Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park and Reserve, explore Wasini Island, and enjoy beach time in Shimoni on this small-group overnight adventure from Mombasa. Cruise mangroves, visit the Slave Caves where enslaved people languished, and feast on four delicious meals, including a seafood lunch. For ease, your package includes round-trip hotel transfers.
Tour Overview:
- Ages 1 – 90, max of 12 per group.
- Tour Duration: 4 days/3 nights. Custom trip add-ons are available if you decide to extend your trip!
- Start & End Point: Your trip will start in Nairobi and end in Nairobi.
- Logistical Transfers to/from start and end point.
- You will be transferred in scheduled charter flights. You will take a 60 minute local flight from Nairobi to the Mombasa. From there you have a 30 minute drive to your hotel!
- Live guide: English, Italian, Swahili.
- You will be staying at the amazing Almanara Luxury Boutique Hotel & Villas!
Departure & Return: Pick up and drop off will be at the beautiful Almanara Luxury Boutique Hotel & Villas. Pick up time is 45 minutes before the start of your tour!
What’s Included:
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office.
- Arranged greetings and transport from the airport to your accommodation – your expert will confirm your meet and greet locations with you.
- Local flights between stops in your itinerary (unless otherwise indicated); One suitcase and one carry-on per person for trip transfers.
- All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary.
- A private driver for tours and transfers.
- Pickup included – A Minibus/taxi air conditioned vehicle will pick you up form your hotel.
- Fresh juice, bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Non-Alcoholic Beverages.
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Life vests.
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission – Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park and Reserve
- Entry/Admission – Wasini Island
- Extra Drinks at the restaurant
- Tips
- Extra seafood menu of prawns, lobsters, octopus & calamari
- Entry/Admission – Wasini Womens Group Boardwalk
- Entry/Admission – Slave Caves
What’s Not Included:
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Snacks
- Travel insurance;
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare;
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service;
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless noted);
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary;
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees; and,
- Visa, Passport fees and immunization costs.
Additional Information:
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- Trip Suitability: Couple, Family Friendly, Honeymooners, Solo
- Start Date Flexibility: You can start this tour on any day you prefer
- Customization Options: You can tailor-make this tour to add additional activities, extra nights stays, make logistical changes, accommodation swaps etc.
Optional Activities:
- Hot Air Ballon Safari
- 1 Day Safari
- Nairobi National Park
- Coffee/Tea Farm
- Catch and Cook
- Fishing
- Giraffe Manor
- Dolphin Spotting/Snorkeling
- Camel Ride
- City Site Seeing
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour
- Mangrove Speedboat Tour
- Catamaran Trip to Lavezzi Islands
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Water Park
- Go-Karts
4 days/3 nights - $1,700 per adult person*
*Please note: USD per person, double occupancy. Rooms subject to availability. Per person rate applies to ages 18 and above.
Ages 12 – 17 are charged 1/2 of the per person rate.
Ages 4 – 11 are charged 1/3 of the per person rate.
Free for children 3 and younger.
At Explore Kenya, we want our customers to enjoy the freedom and have the option of being in control of their vacation experience. As most of our Custom tours are two to three days longs, we feel that this will allow our customers greater flexibility in putting together a memorable vacation experience!
Accordingly, all of our “Custom” packages are designed to be used as both standalone or as add on experiences. Depending on your budget and time, you have the option to book just one “Custom” package or several Custom packages to create a longer and more memorable experience!
Itinerary
- Upon your arrival to Nairobi an English-speaking Explore-Kenya representative will greet you at customs and immigration. The representative will be holding a clearly marked page board with your name on it as you exit the arrivals hall. This representative will walk you through your welcome package documents and itinerary, and they will answer any questions you may have.
The representative will also facilitate the visa process for you. After completing the visa process, you will continue to the baggage claim hall and passenger pick up. Here you will be met by your driver for a private transfer to the smaller Wilson airport where you will take a 60 minute flight to Mombasa. Upon arrival in Mombasa, you will have the option to visit local shops and restaurants, relax at your hotel or – depending on the time – start your tour!
Arrival – Settle at hotel; meal; 15 minute welcome/meet and greet, remarks and review itinerary; visit local shops/restaurants (optional), relax at your hotel or – depending on the time – start your tour!
Day 1 – Settle at hotel; meal; 15 minute welcome/meet and greet; visit local shops/restaurants (optional), relax at your hotel or – depending on the time – start your tour!
Days 2/3 – 7:30am departure to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park.
- 7:30am: Sail on a dhow cruise, spot dolphins, and snorkel in crystal-clear waters at Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park.
- 11:30am: Wasini Island, Shimoni Kenya. Indulge in a delicious seafood lunch, take a village walk, and explore the local culture.
- 1:30pm: Wasini Womens Group Boardwalk, Waterfront 100 Yards from Landing Coral Garden, Wasini Island Kenya; Mangrove Boardwalk and Coral Gardens.
- 2:00pm: Slave Caves, Shimoni Kenya. Immerse yourself in history with an optional tour of the Shimoni historical slave caves, where slaves were once detained.
- 2:45pm: Back to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park and Reserve for afternoon snorkeling/dophin watching.
- 5:45pm: End of tour. Return to hotel for dinner and/or engage in optional activities as listed above.
Day 4 – Early a.m. departure. You will have a private transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight back to Nairobi. You will then have a private transfer to Jomo International Airport for your trip home! Until next time…
What’s included
- All accommodation stays, tours and activities;
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner;
- A private driver for tours and transfers;
- A fully customized itinerary based on your interests and schedule;
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office;
- Local flights between stops in your itinerary (unless noted);
- Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences, your final itinerary will confirm the type of tour;
- Arranged greetings and transport from the airport to your accommodation – your expert will confirm your meet and greet locations with you;
What’s not included
- Your international airfare – please let your expert know if you’d like to receive airfare pricing from our Air Team;
- Travel insurance;
- Visas (unless noted);
- Tips for services and experiences;
- Alcoholic drinks (unless noted);
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare;
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service;
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless noted);
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary;
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees; and,
- Passport fees and immunization costs.
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Almanara Luxury Boutique Hotel & Villas
Almanara Luxury Boutique Hotel & Villas
Situated along the pearl white sands and verdant tropical forests of Diani Beach, Kenya, Almanara Boutique Hotel & Villas presents a harmonious blend of tropical elegance and authentic African charm. This exclusive retreat features six Garden Villas and a remarkable five-bedroom Boutique Hotel, set amidst lush gardens and swaying palms, each offering a tranquil sanctuary for discerning guests. Indulge in a culinary journey at the beachfront bar, where the head chef skillfully crafts a fusion of international delicacies infused with local flavors, showcasing the bounty of the sea with daily catches.
Embracing sustainability, Almanara sources fresh produce from its own organic vegetable shamba, ensuring a farm-to-table experience. Elevate your well-being with rejuvenating treatments at the Health & Beauty Spa, where massages and beauty rituals promise relaxation and renewal. For fitness enthusiasts, the well-equipped gym offers a range of workout options, while for those seeking a more active holiday, a variety of activities and watersports are available onsite.













