Watamu

Watamu is a small town on the Kenyan coast with nearly 2,000 residents, located on a promontory between the Blue Lagoon and Watamu Bay. The nearest town is Malindi, and the two are connected by frequent "matatu" (small private buses). The coast offers white sand beaches and coral formations, which can be seen on the most famous beaches, the Blue Lagoon and Turtle Bay. These are protected and are part of the Watamu Marine Park. The people who live here (permanently) are Muslims of Arabic origin, but many Kenyans come here to work during the season. There are shops, resorts and apartments for rent, and the main economic activities are fishing and tourism.