Malindi-Watamu Marine National Reserve
Malindi-watamu marine national reserve encompasses the area south of malindi to south of watamu, from 100 feet to three nautical miles (30 m - 5 km) offshore, and has very good diving and snorkeling.
Accommodation in watamu - first class: * hemingway’s is a 175 bed hotel with private facilities, swimming pool, and charter boats for deep sea fishing and diving. * turtle bay beach club has 154 air-conditioned rooms with ensuite facilities.
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