The name means “Sweet People” in Kiswahili. The shoreline in the area features white sandy beaches and offshore coral formations which are protected as part of the Watamu Marine National Park. The Marine Park is considered as one of the best snorkeling and diving areas on the coast of East Africa. Long walks, swimming and sunbathing are a few of the activities that you could enjoy in the area. You could also explore the rock pools at low tide and find lionfish, brightly coloured crabs and see some of the coastal birds such as the whimbrel.