Once used for farming, it has been converted into a holiday retreat, with the establishment of a pier and housing facilities.

The island rises to about 20 metres (66 feet) above sea level, and comprises fertile soil on volcanic rock and sandstone.

The area off the north eastern coast provides a feeding ground for native birds, including swans, when the tide is very low.

There is a small rocky peninsula on the south eastern corner of the island, with mangroves and grasses.

The island bears the remnants of a shipwreck on its western beach, believed to be the rescue boat off a German ship.