Watamu travel guide
Watamu Tourism | Watamu Guide
You're Going to Love Watamu
Watamu is a must-see destination in Kilifi, Kenya. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Watamu has to offer.
When to visit Watamu
How to Get to Watamu
Plane
When flying to Watamu, you’ll arrive at Malindi (MYD), which is located 17 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Watamu from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 30m.
Car
Another option to get to Watamu is to pick up a car hire from Mombasa, which is about 87 km from Watamu. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Mombasa.
Airlines serving Watamu
Where to stay in Watamu
Average rates range from around £74 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £142 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Watamu
Most booked hotels in Watamu
Hiring a car in Watamu
Expect to pay £1.22 per litre in Watamu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £14.60 and £19.46.