Safety and security
We have a patrol boat that patrols the 8km coastline and assisting the Kuruwitu BMU and performing environmental projects
We have a patrol boat that patrols the 8km coastline and assisting the Kuruwitu BMU and performing environmental projects
We are setting a voluntourism programme in conjunction with various local and international entities. For instance an MOU has been signed with Pwani university. We plan to have facilities to train visitors in areas of marine ecology, sea scouting and many other areas
We presently have many offers to visitors all led by experienced guides. These include a glass bottom boat in the marine sanctuary, boat rides along the coast, deep sea fishing, snorkeling and reef walks, sundowner and specialized dhow trips in Kilifi creek, sailing, cultural visits to the fishing villages and excursions in traditional boats. We [...]
KCWA presently do various education programmes and are looking for resources to expand our offer.
The KCWA have plans to sink various vessels and use other researched material to form some artificial reefs.
Plastic and Glass Recycling Centre to include a machine room for crushing and recycling waste plastic..
The KCWA have identified many areas within the community that require improved facilities. These areas include health, sanitation, education and water
Aquaculture of coral provides an opportunity to create employment whilst restoring the reef
With the area so dependant on the marine resources, it is increasingly important to start sustainable businesses that are not marine based.
The KCWA and Bureni Turtle Watch compensation projects have had unprecedented success with over 120 turtle nests hatching in 2013 (5000 turtles), and 126 nests so far in 2014. This is one of the best turtle nesting areas on the East African coast.