Kenya
Kilifi County
Kilifi County along Kenya's coast offers accessible tropical diving along the Indian Ocean. The area features coral reef sites, sheltered bays, and drift opportunities near Malindi and Watamu, with a mix of shore and boat dives. Expect warm, tropical water, moderate visibility, and typical reef residents like parrotfish, angelfish, and occasional pelagics; dive centers in the Watamu and Kilifi areas provide training and guided dives for recreational divers. The region is best known for its easy access diving, marine parks nearby, and a generally relaxed diving calendar with local marine life and reef structures suitable for general recreational diving.
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Top scuba diving cities in the region of Kilifi County
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Watamu
Coastal Kenyan gateway for beginner to mid-range dives.
Watamu ward
Coastal area near Watamu Marine Reserve with reef access.
Shella ward
Kilifi County base for coastal diving access.
Cities to dive in the Kilifi County region
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The best times to dive in the Kilifi County region
The best months to dive in Kilifi County are from January to Febuary and November to December. Temperatures are confortable (28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.
Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.
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