Kiunga Marine National Reserve Travel Guide: Top Sights in Kenya,

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Kiunga Marine National Reserve- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; Kenya; 5 Reviews

Suggested Duration: 48 hours

Kiunga Marine National Reserve, nestled in Lamu County along Kenya's northern coastline, is a stunning haven of biodiversity and natural beauty. Spanning approximately 270 square kilometers, this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve features over 50 coral islands and vibrant coral reefs, making it a critical habitat for diverse marine life, including sea turtles and dugongs. Visitors can enjoy exceptional snorkeling and diving experiences in its crystal-clear waters, while the serene, remote islands offer a peaceful escape. The local communities play a vital role in preserving this precious ecosystem, reflecting a deep connection to the marine environment that sustains them.

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Reviews of Kiunga

Grace Waiguchu

5
Reviewed: 2024-01-17

Very beautiful place. Heaven on earth. Some of the experiences I will never forget.
Willys Osore

5
Reviewed: 2020-02-25

Very pristine, with white Beaches, huge and enormous mangroves and beautiful coral reefs
Jake Lee Kennedy

5
Reviewed: 2019-10-28

Beautiful ported coastal area, they should be guarding better against illegal net fishing though.
Tom Mwiraria

4
Reviewed: 2018-05-16

Kiunga impeccable waters, widebeach,swaying mangroves and coconuts make it a wanderer’s dream. Situated along the Sparkling turquoise waters of Indian Ocean, the marine reserve encompasses a chain of roughly 50 calcareous offshore islands and coral reefs in the Lamu Archipelago, running parallel to the seashore and end-to-end with Dodori and Boni National Reserves on landfall .Kiunga is the grandiose home to phenomenal reptiles and fish which include Sea Turtles, Leatherback Olive Ridley, Turtles, Lobsters Reef fish, Crabs, Sea urchins, and Sea stars. Behind the beach is an utterly breathtaking of Coral reefs, Sand dunes and Kiwayu Island .The 30mile-long stretch of radiant sand is perfect for sunbathing .Other popular activities on Kiunga include Snorkeling, Sunbathing ,Wind surfing, , Water skiing and Diving.
Caroline Kennedy

5
Reviewed: 2018-04-21

Mikes Camp, is the perfect getaway from it all, with spectacular views from all the rooms and loos. The food is super innovative and delicious. The beds are luxurious and almost in the open, but each hut very private. The beach is vast, empty of people, and there's kilometers of beautiful coral reefs, teeming with life, just off the beach. There's Kayaking, Kitesurfing, Fishing, Sand Yachting, Water skiing and Sailing as well. I could happily stay here for at least ten days. The boat ride is a comfortable one and a half hours, through the mangroves.