Overview
Our holiday to Lamu Island opens a door for us to see, experience and feel a beautifully preserved piece of history. Walking Lamu’s narrow streets of coral stone you will experience perhaps the oldest and best-preserved Swahili community in East Africa.
No cars are allowed on Lamu – donkeys set the pace here. With its courtyards, verandas and elaborate architecture, you’ll feel as though you’ve entered another world and another time in Lamu.
In keeping with the retreat-like atmosphere, Lamu hosts religious festivals and is a study center for Islamic and Swahili cultures.
There’s much to be discovered in this charming, historic town. Stroll nearby Shella beach and enjoy a sail on an authentic dhow. Everything about the Lamu experience is serene and yet also unforgettable.
From Nairobi, you’ll fly to the airstrip at neighbouring Manda Island and then take a small boat to Lamu Island and the village. All ages are welcome on this special tour.
Highlights
- Dhow experience ex-Manda Airstrip - to Lamu or Shella.
- History, culture and relaxation at Lamu.
- Scenic views as you fly from Mombasa to Lamu.
- Scenery, people & local life styles.
- Lamu donkey rides.
- Sail in the traditional dhow.
- Explore narrow streets of Lamu town.
- Sundowner at Manda Island.
Itinerary
Expand allCollapse all1: Nairobi – Fly to – Lamu
Pick up from your Nairobi hotel for a transfer to the Wilson airport (You may also start at end of your Kenya safari tour as an extension)
1400hrs: Depart Nairobi and hop on a flight to Lamu Island.
1510hrs: Arrival at Manda Airstrip
Fly on the scheduled Nairobi – Manda Airstrip flight.
Met and transfer by boat or dhow to Lamu Island.
A walk or donkey ride takes us to our hotel.
We are booked on half board basis with breakfast and either lunch or dinner giving us the opportunity to explore and discover local restaurants.
Overnight at your Lamu island hotel.
2: Lamu Island – Full Day
A whimsical day at Lamu island in Kenya!
You may explore the maze of narrow streets that make Lamu , visit the Lamu museum, take a dhow tour to the neighboring Islands, visit the Shella beach or simply relax and while the day with the locals in this serene retreat.
Overnight at your Lamu hotel.
3: Lamu – Mombasa
Breakfast at your hotel.
This morning is at leisure.
After lunch take a boat transfer to the Manda Island Airstrip.
1540hrs: Depart Lamu for Nairobi.
1735hrs: Arrive Nairobi Wilson airport
Met on arrival at Nairobi Airport.
Drop off at your Nairobi hotel or Nairobi airport for your outbound flight.
What’s Included
- 2 Nights Accommodation on Halfboard / All Inclusive (depends on your choice of hotel).
- Nairobi - Airport - Hotel Transfers.
- Air tickets: Nairobi - Lamu - Nairobi.
- Boat Transfers: Airstrip - Lamu - Airstrip.
- Pick up and drop off at respective hotels.
- Statutory taxes and local levies.
- Laundry, drinks & meals not specified.
- Passport and visa costs.
- Travel insurance.
- Accommodation pre and post the safari.
- Tips to driver guides.
- Visits to Maasai village.
- Hot air balloon rides.
- All expenses of personal nature (e.g. Activities etc.)