

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Kisite Marine Park is a marine site located off the coast of Shimoni and Kisite-Mpunguti, Kenya. The site features a reef and drop-off topography suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres and an average depth of 7 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, located 11 kilometres from the shore. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 20 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, ranging from 26C to 29C. Guided tours and boat charters are available for visitors. Hazards at this site include boat traffic and potential periods of low visibility.
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Look for small bluespotted stingrays on the sandy bottoms at the foot of the reef, where only their eyes are generally visible.
Tours include transfer by minibus from Diani hotels to Shimoni, followed by a boat trip to the marine park.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
240 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 7 metres and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
No, access to Kisite Marine Park requires a boat as it is located 11 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of boat traffic and the possibility of low visibility.
Diving at Kisite Marine Park in Shimoni requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Kisite Marine Park in Shimoni. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Kisite Marine Park in Shimoni typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kisite Marine Park in Shimoni typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.