National Parks Africa » Kisite-Mpunguti Reserve

Established in 1978 as Kenya’s second marine reserve, this park encompasses the outer and inner Mpunguti Islands, and the sand bar of Kisite, south of Wasini at Shimoni. The water is crystal clear and ideal for snorkeling. The only access is by boat from Shimoni which takes 90 minutes. Shimo in Swahili means hole named after the large cave that was used as a holding tank for slaves before shipment. There is excellent deep sea fishing here.