About This Excursion
Experience the thrill of deep-sea fishing off the coast of Watamu on a full-day fishing adventure. Depart early from the marina or designated meeting point and travel by boat to the fishing grounds, where you will spend approximately 3–4 hours fishing with the assistance of a professional crew. The waters offer opportunities to encounter species such as sailfish, marlin, tuna, kingfish and dorado. Enjoy scenic ocean views and the possibility of spotting dolphins and seabirds along the way. Please note that catching fish is not guaranteed and depends on weather, sea conditions, fish activity and other factors.
Included
- Boat trip to and from the fishing grounds
- Professional fishing crew
- Fishing rods
- Fishing reels
- Fishing bait
- Fishing equipment
- Fish-finding technology on the boat
- Deep-sea fishing experience
- Scenic ocean and coastal views
Excluded
- Food and drinks unless specifically confirmed
- Personal expenses
- Personal fishing equipment
- Catch preparation at a restaurant
- Any optional services not specifically listed under What's Included
- Anything not specifically listed under What's Included
Itinerary
Departure
Depart early in the morning from the marina or designated meeting point in Watamu, generally around 6:00–7:00 AM. Early morning departure, Meeting point arrival, Boat departure
Travel to Destination
Travel by boat approximately 30–60 minutes to the selected fishing grounds, depending on the location and sea conditions. Enjoy scenic ocean views during the journey. Boat transfer, Ocean sightseeing, Scenic coastal views, Wildlife spotting
Main Activity
Enjoy approximately 3–4 hours of deep-sea fishing with assistance from the professional crew. Fishing rods, reels and bait are provided. Depending on conditions and fish activity, there may be opportunities to catch sailfish, marlin, tuna, kingfish and dorado. Fish catches are not guaranteed. Deep-sea fishing, Fishing with professional crew, Use of fishing rods, Use of fishing reels, Bait fishing, Fish finding, Wildlife spotting, Photography
Return
After the fishing experience, begin the return boat journey to the marina or designated meeting point. Enjoy the ocean scenery and potential sightings of dolphins and seabirds before arriving back on shore. Return boat journey, Ocean sightseeing, Potential dolphin sightings, Seabird viewing, Photography, Arrival at the marina
Highlights
Full-day deep-sea fishing experience in Watamu
Approximately 3–4 hours of fishing
Professional fishing crew
Fishing rods, reels and bait provided
Modern boat equipped with fish-finding technology
Opportunity to target sailfish, marlin, tuna, kingfish and dorado
Scenic views of the Kenyan coast and Indian Ocean
Potential dolphin and seabird sightings
Suitable for guests looking for an active ocean adventure
Important Information
Tours generally begin early in the morning around 6:00–7:00 AM.
Travel to the fishing grounds takes approximately 30–60 minutes depending on location and sea conditions.
Fishing time is approximately 3–4 hours.
A fish catch is not guaranteed and depends on weather, sea conditions, fish activity and other factors.
Guests prone to seasickness should consider appropriate motion-sickness precautions.
Bring sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses for sun protection.
Wear comfortable clothing and non-slip shoes.
Confirm whether food and drinks are provided before the excursion.
Catch-and-release may be encouraged for certain species.
Keeping a catch may be permitted depending on applicable fishing regulations.
Some operators may offer catch preparation at a local restaurant for an additional cost.
