Kenyan Boat Ride Destinations
Kenyan Boat Ride Destinations : One of the most tranquil ways to experience nature is through boat ride safaris. Usually, as your boat glides across the water, it’s peaceful, quiet, and serene, leaving you in a state of total stillness. Kenya’s magnificent waterways are another secret to its charm, even though the country is widely recognized for its amazing wildlife and vast savannah.
Focus East Africa Tours will highlight some of Kenya’s top boat ride locations in this article. Perhaps something to think about for your upcoming safari experience.
Lake Nakuru.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lake Nakuru is well-known for its endless herd of exquisite flamingos. The lake’s distinctive pink colour, visible from a great distance, is attributed to the flamingos. This lake offers serene, breathtaking scenery and a never-ending stream of refreshing winds for boat rides.
Breakfast on the water and sparkling wine paired with a cool selection of tropical fruits are included in the morning boat rides. During afternoon and sundowner rides, you can get a sample of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages along with some tasty snacks.
Lake Naivasha.
At 1,884 metres above sea level, Lake Naivasha is the highest point in the Kenyan Rift Valley and is surrounded by thick stands of yellow-backed acacia trees. Boat rides are offered in the morning and afternoon for visitors to this lake; however, due to the lake’s reputation for turbulence, care should be taken when visiting too early in the morning or too late at night.
During a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, tourists can see many different bird species as well as some of the more than a thousand protected hippos. A few giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, and wildebeests can also be seen along its coasts. You will be genuinely amazed by all of this set against the backdrop of the Mount Longonot stratovolcano.
Glass bottom boat trip Mombasa.
It goes without saying that some of the greatest places in Kenya to take boat rides are found along the coast. Our guests at Focus East Africa Tours have attested to the enchantment of a glass-bottom boat ride, saying it is well worth the expense!
Because the boat has a glass bottom, you can see what’s below your feet in the clear blue sea without getting your feet wet. You will witness a plethora of fish species, vibrant coral gardens, dolphins, and occasionally even whales. This ride is the definition of leisure—it’s ideal for sightseeing and taking pictures.
Tana River Delta.
Where the Tana River empties into the Indian Ocean is where the Tana River Delta is located. With more than 350 bird species and an abundance of marine life, it is a haven for bird watchers. A tranquil way to get away from it all is to take a boat ride through the delta’s mangrove-lined channels, where you can see hippos, crocodiles, and other riverside wildlife.
Mida Creek boat excursion.
You cannot skip Mida Creek on your quest for the ideal boat ride safari. Mida Creek is a wide tidal creek that is concealed between Watamu and Malindi. It is bordered by sandbars and mangrove forests. Boat rides along the creek provide an opportunity to observe the unique bird species that call this area home, including the African fish eagle and the mangrove kingfisher, as well as the fragile ecosystem of the mangroves.
The best time to explore Mida Creek is from a boat at sunset, when the sun’s rays transform the blue ocean into reflections that resemble paintings with hues of orange and gold.
Focus East Africa Tours loves exploring Kenya’s waterways, and we would be happy to take you to any of these locations by boat.
