Title: Things to Do in Watamu in 2026 | Expedia.com [Watamu Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Watamu.dx177925)[Hotels in Watamu](https://expedia.com/Watamu-Hotels.d177925.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Watamu](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Watamu.d177925.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Watamu](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Watamu.d177925.Car-Rental-Guide)[Watamu Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Watamu.d177925.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Watamu ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Watamu Types of activities [Watamu Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Watamu.dx177925) ![Malindi Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177925/6f001a66-c331-4ce2-857f-89823e763dd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Malindi Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177925/6f001a66-c331-4ce2-857f-89823e763dd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Malindi Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177925/3ab60397-c900-4e20-bf45-d368c42e721d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Watamu Bay Beach, Watamu, Kilifi County, Kenya](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177925/26991991-1703-4fca-b52c-a914c6f10f0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chair and green trees on a white sand beach. Watamu, Kenya - Africa.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177925/3032f0a8-d51f-40c1-b368-cc531413331a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Watamu Attractions If you're ready to discover the best of Watamu, sign up for one of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=177925&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and have an experienced guide show you some of the most popular tourist attractions. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Watamu | Number of things to do | 20 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Mida Creek Boardwalk and Canoa Ride](/things-to-do/mida-creek-boardwalk-and-canoa-ride.a1810319.activity-details): $22 | | Top 5 things to do | [Safari blue](/things-to-do/safari-blue.a5132283.activity-details)[Dolphin and Snorkling Tour in Watamu](/things-to-do/wasini-island-and-dolphin-tour-from-diani-or-mombasa.a49538226.activity-details)[Malindi: Full-Day City Highlights Tour with Gede Ruins](/things-to-do/malindi-full-day-city-highlights-tour-with-gede-ruins.a45168097.activity-details)[Full Day Private Safari Blue Tour from Malindi](/things-to-do/full-day-private-safari-blue-tour-from-malindi.a45889197.activity-details)[Watamu: tours and excursions](/things-to-do/watamu-tours-and-excursions.a47793553.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Mida Creek Boardwalk and Canoa Ride](/things-to-do/mida-creek-boardwalk-and-canoa-ride.a1810319.activity-details) | | With kids | [Full Day Private Safari Blue Tour from Malindi](/things-to-do/full-day-private-safari-blue-tour-from-malindi.a45889197.activity-details)[Mida Creek Boardwalk and Canoa Ride](/things-to-do/mida-creek-boardwalk-and-canoa-ride.a1810319.activity-details)[Safari Kenya with expired](/things-to-do/2-day-safari-in-tsavo-east-park.a2905798.activity-details)[Learn Kenyan Cooking with Giriama Family](/things-to-do/learn-kenyan-cooking-with-giriama-family.a50304012.activity-details)[2 Days Watamu Tour (minimum 2 Pax)](/things-to-do/2-days-watamu-tour-minimum-2-pax.a2101851.activity-details) | ## What to do in Watamu - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Watamu Traveling on a shoestring budget in Watamu? Spend time, not money, on fabulous experiences. **Watamu Beach** \- Be on the lookout for intricate shells and other ocean gems sprinkled along the foreshore here. ### Things to Do in Watamu with Kids Watamu has plenty of nearby fun experiences for you and the kids. Our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=177925&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) will keep the crew entertained for hours. --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Watamu? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Watamu ![655566604](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101810/cef1a239-8f88-465c-b2ec-5cdfb08c2716.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Watamu Beach 4/5(11 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Watamu Beach during your travels in Watamu? Wander the seaside and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Watamu-Beach-Watamu.d6101810.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mida Creek 4.5/5(5 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mida Creek during your travels in Watamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Mida-Creek-Watamu.d553248635934497783.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ruins of Gedi 4/5(5 reviews) Find out about the history of Watamu when you take a trip to Ruins of Gedi. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.com/Ruins-Of-Gedi-Watamu.d6185804.Vacation-Attraction) #### Prawn Lake Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Prawn Lake during your travels in Watamu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Prawn-Lake-Watamu.d553248635974599760.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Watamu ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2486/8d326f87-b496-4fc1-bdf4-cdaafde50f4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Malindi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Watamu worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Watamu? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Watamu? ### Is three days enough to stay in Watamu? ### What are some activities to do in Watamu with kids? > - [Full Day Private Safari Blue Tour from Malindi](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-private-safari-blue-tour-from-malindi.a45889197.activity-details) > - [Mida Creek Boardwalk and Canoa Ride](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mida-creek-boardwalk-and-canoa-ride.a1810319.activity-details) > - [Safari Kenya with expired](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/2-day-safari-in-tsavo-east-park.a2905798.activity-details) > - 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