Our Driver Guide will pick you up from your preferred hotel at 7:30 am towards Wasini Island along the Mombasa-Lunga Lunga Highway which is approximately 60km to reach at about 8:40 am. On arriving at Shimoni Jet Board on Arabic Dhow and sail for about one hour looking for Dolphins. Thereafter, we sail to Kisite Marine National Park where you will experience the remarkable moment of snorkeling and swimming.
Get your lunch at Local Restaurant, that mainly provide seafood and Swahili Dishes (Other meals will be prepared on the demand). Immediately after lunch we shall take a journey to Wasini Island where you will get more information of Swahili Tribe and the Arabic History. After this historic day tour, get back at the jet at around 04:30pm and you will be picked back to your Hotel/Apartment.
We do have Daily Trips.
Tour Options
Elky Wasini Island Day Trip
Pickup included
Itinerary
Wasini Island
Admission included540 min
Wasini Island is a tiny Island geographically located at the South Coast of Kenya. The Island is famous for its beautiful natural sand beaches, coral reefs, and The Traditional Swahili Culture.
Wasini Island tour activities:
Drive to Wasini island
Board an Arabic dhow
Search for Dolphins
Swimming/Snorkelling
Enjoy Local Cuisine/Lunch
Kisite Marine National Park and diving. It also giving you the feel of interacting with the Swahili People by reaching the local village and experience the taste of local seafood.
This trip will be the best Tour for any traveller on beach vacation. Full-day safari excursion to experience the Wonders of Nature with numerous memorable activities.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Certified English Speaking Guide
Transportation his shared
Not included
Snacks
Alcoholic Beverages
Restroom on board
Seafood items such as octopus, lobster, calamari, and prawns are available at an extra cost of $10 USD per item. However, you can enjoy a mixed seafood platter for two people at a special price of $35
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to Carry or wear. Camera, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and swimming kits and towel.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Elky Wasini Island Day Trip take?
Elky Wasini Island Day Trip lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Elky Wasini Island Day Trip cost?
Prices start at $130 per person for this Diani Beach experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Elky Wasini Island Day Trip for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Sitara Retreat, Afrika Pearl & Spa.
What languages is Elky Wasini Island Day Trip offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(6)
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jayrusm
August 1, 2026
A 5 star experience with Elly Tours
We booked a Wasini Island day trip with Elky Tours, and it was one of the best experiences of our holiday. Everything was perfectly organized, from the hotel pick-up to the return transfer. The staff were friendly, professional, and ensured we had a fantastic day from start to finish.
We were lucky enough to spot dolphins in their natural habitat, which was an unforgettable experience. Watching them swim alongside the boat was truly magical. We then boarded a traditional Swahili dhow and cruised across the beautiful turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. The peaceful sailing and stunning coastal scenery made the journey even more special.
The snorkeling was excellent, with crystal-clear water, colorful coral reefs, and plenty of tropical fish. The crew provided all the equipment and was always ready to help, making everyone feel safe and comfortable.
After the boat trip, we enjoyed a delicious Swahili lunch with freshly prepared seafood and local dishes in a beautiful setting on Wasini Island. The food was fresh, tasty, and a perfect way to end the adventure. We also had time to explore the island and experience the local culture.
A big thank you to Elky Tours for such a well-organized and memorable excursion. We highly recommend this Wasini Island tour to anyone visiting Diani Beach. If you're looking for dolphins, a traditional dhow cruise, great snorkeling, delicious food, and excellent service, this is the perfect trip!
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X2586HSlucac
October 11, 2025
Wasini Island
Elky arranged for us (me and my kids) a tour to Wasini Island. Besides being very competitive price-wise, everything was arranged perfectly. We have been lucky enough to swim with dolphins (lots), and the restaurant where we went after was awesome (Charlie Claw's). Highly recommended.
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Operator response
Dear Luca
Thank you very much for your kind review and for choosing Elky Tours for your Wasini Island trip. We are very happy to hear that you and your kids enjoyed the experience, especially swimming with the dolphins and the visit to Charlie Claw’s restaurant.
It means a lot to us that everything was well organized and that you had a great day. Your recommendation is truly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you again for another adventure in Kenya.
Kind regards,
Elkana
Elky Tours
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N8831WRbenjaminr
August 18, 2025
Amazing
We stopped off during our World Cruise and joined a snorkeling day trip to Wasini Island with Elky, arranged through our tour agency — and it was absolutely fantastic!
The traditional dhow boat was both comfortable and shaded, offering great protection from the sun. We loved learning about the coastal islands near the Kenya-Tanzania border.
The crew truly stood out — enthusiastic, professional, and deeply knowledgeable. One of the guides, a former biochemistry teacher, gave us fascinating insights into the marine life and coral reefs. Their care for the marine sanctuary and attention to safety were impressive.
Snorkeling was well-organized: equipment was provided, and the crew ensured each guest had a perfect fit for their mask, snorkel, and fins.
Lunch was outstanding! A seafood and crab feast was served at a lovely local restaurant, with options for chicken lovers and a delicious vegetarian meal (mine included samosas, chapati, and tasty vegetable dishes).
The natural beauty of the area is breathtaking, but it was the kindness and dedication of the crew that made this trip truly unforgettable. Easily one of the best experiences we’ve had on any vacation. Highly recommended!
Operator response
Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fantastic experience with us during your World Cruise stop at Wasini Island.
It’s always our goal to provide not only beautiful sights but also meaningful insights and memorable moments, so we’re thrilled that our crew’s knowledge, care, and hospitality made your trip special. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to the team — they’ll be so happy to know their efforts made a difference.
We’re also glad you enjoyed the snorkeling experience and the seafood and vegetarian lunch options. Your appreciation motivates us to keep delivering the very best for our guests.
We look forward to welcoming you again someday for another adventure on Kenya’s coast.
Warm regards,
Elky Team
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SHRADHA_G
August 4, 2025
Pathetic Full Day Experience
Starting from our pick up ,driver Kasim tried selling us the stuffs unnecessarily.then at the ferry point thierr team tried selling us snorkeling equipments thougt they were supposed to proved us as the part of theor package.We were left standed on the road as there was no fuel on the car . the driver just left us in the cab without even informing us that he was going for fuel. the food experience eas completely below average for the food that was included
and also for the over and above we ordered
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're truly sorry to hear that your trip did not meet your expectations and would like to sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused at various points during your tour.
Your feedback regarding the driver's behavior, the snorkeling equipment confusion, and the unexpected delay due to fueling is deeply concerning. This is certainly not the standard of service we strive to provide. We have addressed this with the driver and our operations team to ensure such incidents are not repeated in the future.
Regarding the food, we regret that it did not meet your expectations—both what was included and what you ordered separately. We are currently reviewing the food experience with our partners to improve both quality and service.
We value your feedback and take it seriously as it helps us improve. We hope to have the opportunity to regain your trust with a much better experience in the future.
Warm regards,
Abdul
Customer Relations
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emily9323686
July 25, 2025
Recommend everyone to take part in other trips or private trip of this travel agency or schedule a pickup 👍
I highly recommend this travel agency, their response is quite quick, they will also respond in the evening, delivery is very timely, via Viator booking, and also receive confirmation notification sent immediately, making people quite reassured.
But I do not recommend this trip itself, unless you take children, otherwise this trip is a bit uninteresting for adults, there are 35 passengers on a shared trip boat, I don't know how high the chance of seeing dolphins, but we don't see this day, it's just a constant boat trip, waves that cause a lot of dive hard and dangerous, and there are no coral and fish, boat and ticket buyers spent more than an hour waiting for lunch, lunch is also always waiting for everyone to finish eating (some of the kids in the group went to the bathroom for a long time, the European people of the group are very unhappy) Vasini Island itself has nothing to characterize, it is not beautiful and dirty on the island, the lunch included in the "Coral Wasini Adventure" environment is dirty, the meal is not good to eat, everyone remembers to go to the bathroom first, because this restaurant is really bad.
The staff pick you up from your hotel and take you to the harbour. The boat ride experience was amazing with dolphins and snorkelling for the first part. You then have a relaxing lunch which is included as part of the package. The whole experience was amazing
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
We are grateful for that positive remark and appreciated for meeting your needs hopeful to day
tour with you in future, we say thank you.
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