3-day cuisine Itinerary-Watamu

Start your morning at Nairobi Terminus boarding the 8:00 AM Madaraka Express SGR to Mombasa. The 5.5-hour journey offers stunning views of the Tsavo plains and wildlife. Arriving at Mombasa Terminus around 1:30 PM, you’ll transfer by road (about 2.5–3 hours) to Watamu. Check into Turtle Bay Beach Resort, a beachfront property known for its laid-back vibe and delicious coastal cuisine. After settling in, enjoy a light Swahili-inspired lunch at the resort’s restaurant, featuring fresh seafood dishes like coconut fish curry, grilled prawns, and Swahili salads.

Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach or by the pool. As the sun dips, savor a sunset cocktail at the beach bar, then enjoy a dinner of grilled seafood and tropical fruits served with local spices at the resort’s open-air restaurant.

Wake to a tropical breakfast of fresh fruits, Swahili mahamri (coconut doughnuts), and spiced tea. Join a Swahili cooking class hosted at Turtle Bay Beach or a nearby local kitchen, learning to prepare biryani, samaki wa kupaka (fish in coconut sauce), and tamarind chutneys with expert cooks. In the afternoon, embark on a dhow trip to Mida Creek where you’ll be treated to a traditional seafood lunch on board or at a rustic restaurant like Crab Shack Dabaso. Feast on dishes like octopus, crab samosas, and coconut rice while enjoying the serene mangrove views.
Return to Turtle Bay Beach Resort for some downtime — perhaps a dip in the pool or a stroll along the beach. For dinner, choose from the resort’s diverse menu, featuring dishes infused with coastal spices.

Start with an early breakfast, then visit the Watamu local market to explore and sample street foods such as viazi karai (fried potatoes), bhajias, and fresh sugarcane juice. Browse spice stalls offering vanilla, cardamom, and other fragrant ingredients. Return at midday to enjoy early final lunch at the resort. At around 1.30.pm. check out of the resort and be transferred to Mombasa Terminus, board the 4:00 PM SGR train back to Nairobi, arriving at approximately 9:00 PM, carrying with you unforgettable tastes and memories of the Kenyan coast.