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Bioluminescence

After dark the water lights up. Trail a hand over the side and watch it glow.

Night, 3 hrsfrom KES 15,000SnacksPrivate

The sail

What happens on board

On dark nights the creek glows. Every movement in the water lights up blue: a hand trailed over the side, a fish, the wake behind the dhow. Best on nights with little moon.

  1. BoardAt the Old Ferry jetty in Kilifi. The crew meets you on the steps.
  2. SailAfter dark the water lights up. Trail a hand over the side and watch it glow.
  3. EatSnacks on deck. Bring your own drinks or snacks too if you like.
  4. BackAshore after 3 hours.