Watamu - Mida Creek

Mida Creek is extensive mangrove forests, warm shallow waters and large areas of mud flats at low tide. Many local birds call Mida Creek home, such as the greater flamingo, yellow-billed stork, great white egret and malachite kingfisher. It is also the winter home of many migrant birds such as the crab plover, curlew sandpiper, whimbrel and sanderling. The best area to view water birds is at the head of the creek and the best time for bird watching is from March to May.

The entrance to Mida Creek is the sight of the "Big Three Caves"; a group of caves famous for the school of giant grouper that are often seen. The number of visitors to the caves is limited and a permit is required.

Activities that can be enjoyed at Mida Creek include diving, fishing, mangrove walks, and leisure boat trips. Waterskiing and other watersports are also available