Imagine a white sand beach that goes on for about 10 kilometres, gently sloping into the turquoise sea. Jacaranda Bay is widely regarded as Watamu’s most beautiful beach according to hundreds of Africa travel enthusiasts, tourists and residents alike, who took part in a survey in 2017.

It’s a long beach where you can see the striking atolls of Chembe Kibabache, which are often called “Sardinia 2” because, during low tide, they form pools and islands of the whitest sand, creating a unique spectacle.

What to do in Jacaranda Bay

With its size and breadth, Jacaranda Bay is the perfect place for some fun and exciting activities. Thanks to the sports clubs nearby, experts and beginners can kitesurf, windsurf and kayak. There are lots of qualified professionals offering lessons or rental equipment.

If you’re looking for a more adventurous experience, Jacaranda Bay is the perfect place to go scuba diving and explore the wonderful Indian Ocean seabed. You’ll see all kinds of amazing things, like colourful corals, starfish and tropical fish.

How to reach Jacaranda Bay from Villa Jua

Jacaranda Bay is about 7 km from Watamu. There are two ways to get there.

1. By car or by tuk-tuk. If you’re looking for the fastest route, a car is definitely the way to go. It’ll only take you 15 minutes to get from Villa Jua to this paradise. Taking a tuk-tuk is a bit more of a challenge because part of the road is still unpaved.
2. By boat, which you can conveniently rent starting from Turtle Bay Beach. The price with lunch on board is around €50.00/60.00.