Hemingways arranges excursions with local expert bird guides, as well as sundowner trips on the Hemingways traditional dhow.
Mida Creek is a large tidal inlet extending over 32 square kilometres. The tidal entry is at Temple Point at the southern end of Watamu and the main channel goes inland for about 6 kms. then takes a turn north east towards Gede.
At the far end of the navigable channel are Sita Ruins, which are thought to be the old sea port for Gede. More than half of the area of the Creek is covered by mangroves, which are a major breeding ground for many of the reef fish and some pelagics.
There are numerous tidal inlets through the mangrove forests and it is fun to explore them by boat or just swimming. Mida is a major breeding ground for many species of Northern migratory bird, including the rare Crab Plover. The inland end of the Creek has extensive mud flats and in the breeding season these teem with all manner of species of waders. There is also a resident population of Greater Flamingo as well as Yellow-billed Stork, and Egrets can usually be seen in the mangroves.
The best place to view all this activity is from the bird hide at the north end of the Creek. The hide is accessed by a boardwalk suspended on steel ropes through the mangroves and is in itself worthy of a visit – not for those of a nervous disposition! The best time to visit is late afternoon, ideally when this coincides with an incoming tide.
Hemingways Staff will be able to arrange your trip and advise of the best times depending on the daily tides
