Kilifi Creek Travel Guide: Top Sights in Kenya, Tours & Travel Advice

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Kilifi Creek- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; Kenya; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 3 hours

Kilifi Creek is a tidal inlet along Kenya's coast, located where the Goshi River flows into the Indian Ocean near the town of Kilifi. Known for its calm, navigable waters and striking landscapes—including mangrove forests, steep sandy banks, and coral outcrops—the creek is a hub for boating, kayaking, and birdwatching. The area supports a variety of marine and shoreline species, from fish and crabs to migratory birds, and serves as an important ecological zone. Local boat operators offer dhow trips and excursions across the creek, which also separates the historic Mnarani ruins from Kilifi's main town.

Operators offering tours in Kenya

Attractions in Kilifi

Mnarani Ruins

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Reviews of Kilifi Creek

sandra chepkoech

5
Reviewed: 2025-01-31

Beautiful welcome to Kilifi
S K B

5
Reviewed: 2024-01-18

Excellent place, great views have some lovely friends who invited me to stay at their fabulous house....
Gloria Justin

5
Reviewed: 2022-05-03

We got a dhow trip through the creek, it was beautiful. The sunsets are magical as you can imagine. The dhow trips are negotiable based on how many people are on the trip. Have fun!!
Ciru

5
Reviewed: 2021-02-23

Best place to watch the sunset, buy fresh fish from local fishermen, you can swim under the bridge the water is excellent.
viola kubo

5
Reviewed: 2020-12-16

The peace and tranquility that a sundowner boat ride in Kilifi Creek offers is priceless. Besides the vast expanse the sea presents, the mangrove vegetation and hilly horizons provide the perfect backdrop for one of the most scenic sundowner boat rides one can experience. Kilifi Creek the perfect place to experience the sun setting, a therapeutic swim in the ocean and views to last a lifetime.