An annual festival celebrating our ocean and inspiring the next
generation of ocean ambassadors!
Find out about last years Bahari Yetu Festival
The 2023 Bahari Yetu Festival, exceeded all of our expectations. It was the second time we held this annual ocean festival and the turn out was double that of the previous year. There was sponsored attendance of over 360 kids, from 18 schools across 4 islands in the Lamu archipelago. We also provide a space for local conservation and community organisations to
showcase the work they are doing.
Once the games on the beach were complete everyone made their way to the Sea Suq for lunch and performances. The Lamu Arts & Theatre Alliance performed an interactive play, and the Matata & Friends puppet show had everyone enthralled! The kids amazed us all with their talent show and creative recycled art pieces. Ending the day with prize giving, goody bags and a dhow sail in the channel.
Prizes given included fun activities for the kids such as a snorkelling trip, sunset sail and trip to Takwa Ruins
Get a glimpse of the first Bahari Yetu Festival 2022. Which attended by over 150 kids from 8 different schools, they are The Next Ocean Ambassadors. There were 12 different stalls showcasing the work of different local organisations focusing on cultural, environmental and historical, they were Representing Bahari Yetu. The highlight of the day was the fun activities and games, we know everyone loves Mashindano!
