Local Ocean Conservation (Watamu Turtle Watch)
Local Ocean Conservation
A sea turtle rescue hospital run by a local nonprofit. Visitors can see injured turtles recover and learn about conservation work.
The Sea Turtle Rescue Centre is run by the nonprofit Local Ocean Conservation, formerly known as Watamu Turtle Watch. For more than twenty years it has rescued turtles that were caught in fishing nets or injured. The turtle hospital on site lets you see green turtles, hawksbills, and others recovering up close. Staff explain turtle conservation and the problem of ocean plastic. If you're lucky, you may be able to join a turtle release or see hatchlings heading out to sea during nesting season. Entry is by donation. Opening hours are subject to the official schedule.
Opening hours
About 09:00–12:00, 14:00–16:30 (check official site)
Nearby sights
- Watamu Beach & Turtle Bay
- Watamu Marine National Park
- Bio-Ken Snake Farm
- Mida Creek
- Gede Ruins
- Malindi Marine National Park
- Vasco da Gama Pillar
- Malindi Old Town & Portuguese Chapel