Malindi Marine National Park, Malindi

National GeographicSep 8

Uncover the spiritual side of Kenya’s coastline — from ancient forests and coral reefs to one of East Africa’s oldest Swahili settlements.

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Malindi Marine National ParkSightIt is claimed to be the oldest marine park in Africa.
Elsewhere
Kaya KinondoAttractionDiani, KenyaSacred grove open to travelers via community ecotourism project
Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National ParkSightWatamu, KenyaMarine protected area with coral reefs and turtle nesting sites
Watamu Marine National ParkSightWatamu, KenyaEstablished in 1968, it was one of Kenya's first marine parks.
Local OceanPlaceWatamu, KenyaNot-for-profit organization involved in turtle nesting patrols
Lamu ArchipelagoRestaurantLamu, KenyaRemote islands with a historic Swahili settlement
Swahili House MuseumMuseumLamu, KenyaModest space in a 18th-century house with decorative niches
Habib Swaleh's tombSightLamu, KenyaModest tomb visited by pilgrims year-round
Reefo DiversPlaceWatamu, Kenya
Mombasa Marine National ParkSightMombasa, Kenya
Riyadha MosquePlace of worshipLamu, Kenya

Malindi Marine National Park