However, the interactions of fishing and tourism as livelihood strategies are complex and may generate unexpected outcomes Both are seasonal, subject to risks and are affected by the broader operating environment. The incentives or disincentives to engage in tourism vary due to the heterogeneity among fishermen and the circumstances in which they ply their trade. Therefore, in changing livelihood situations, it is extremely important to understand the local economic, socio-cultural and environmental contexts and the complex relationships that exist among varied livelihood activities This is essential if success is to be achieved in integrating a number of compatible livelihoods into one livelihood portfolio rather than replacing one with another.