Where Conservation
Meets Experience
Discover authentic mangrove restoration, eco-tourism adventures, sustainable hospitality, and community empowerment along the beautiful Mida Creek.
Every visit and booking directly funds mangrove restoration
Rooted in Nature, Powered by Community
Prawns Lake is a community-led conservation initiative in Watamu, Kenya. We restore mangroves, protect biodiversity, and create sustainable livelihoods through eco-tourism, hospitality, and research.
We believe conservation is most powerful when local communities lead it. Every experience, meal, and stay directly funds mangrove restoration, marine protection, and education programs.
Four Pillars, One Purpose
Every activity at Prawns Lake is designed to protect the environment while creating lasting value for the local community.
Conservation
Restoring mangrove forests, protecting marine biodiversity, and building nature-based solutions for climate resilience in Watamu.
Experience
Guided mangrove kayaking, sunset creek tours, birdwatching, and immersive eco-adventures that connect visitors with nature.
Hospitality
Sustainable seafood dining, refreshing drinks, and eco-friendly accommodation — all while directly funding conservation work.
Empowerment
Creating meaningful livelihoods for local communities through conservation jobs, skills training, and fair tourism partnerships.
Experiences With Purpose
Every activity supports mangrove restoration and local communities.
Mangrove Kayaking
Paddle through serene mangrove channels at dawn or dusk with local guides sharing stories of the ecosystem and restoration work.
Book a Kayak Tour
Sunset Creek Visit
A peaceful boat ride over the mangroves with refreshments and storytelling by local experts.
Plan a Sunset VisitSustainable Seafood Dining
Fresh prawns, lobster, and coastal cuisine. Every meal directly supports local fishermen and mangrove restoration.
Reserve a Table
Eco Accommodation
Wake up to birdsong and creek sounds. Comfortable eco-friendly rooms where your stay funds conservation.
Book Your StayReal Impact
Conservation You Can Measure
Every visit, meal, and stay contributes directly to tangible environmental and community benefits.
Mangrove Seedlings Planted
Community Cleanups Conducted
Visitors & Researchers Hosted
Local Jobs Created
Open to Schools & Universities
Research partnerships & field programs available
A Living Classroom on the Coast
Prawns Lake serves as a living laboratory for studying mangroves, coastal ecosystems, climate resilience, and the blue economy. We welcome schools, universities, and research institutions.
- Mangrove ecology and restoration science
- Marine biodiversity monitoring
- Blue carbon and climate resilience research
- Community-based conservation methods
- Sustainable livelihoods and eco-tourism studies
Trusted Collaborative Network
Working together with leading organizations to restore mangroves and empower communities.
What People Say
Looking for the perfect sunset spot? This is it! Great prawn dishes — try the prawn samosas. Friendly service, chilled atmosphere overlooking the lake. From the moment you step off the road you are submerged into a unique experience walking through the mangroves.
Ignacio H
Local Guide
Incredibly yummy samosas prepared fresh for us on the spot. Honest to God, the best ones I have ever had. Nice ambience of the place only makes you wish to come back more often!
Marcin Walczyński
Local Guide Level 6
The best prawns I have consumed. Quantity worth the cost. Flavour out of this world. I used my hands to eat and licked my fingers after every bite. Super super meal.
June Kivinda
Watamu, Kenya
Everything was gracious — the food, the ambiance, the lake, the fish, our house at the other site, and the sunset. Absolutely heavenly.
Ben Rubingh
Local Guide
From the Field
Make an Impact
Every Seedling Needs a Champion
Your support directly funds mangrove restoration, community education, marine research, and sustainable livelihood programs. Choose how you want to make a difference.
KES 500
Plant 10 Mangroves
Restore coastal habitat and capture carbon
KES 4000
Sponsor a School Visit
Bring students 30 to learn about conservation
KES 2000
Support a Research Day
Fund biodiversity monitoring and data collection