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Discover Lamu: A Timeless Island Escape 🏝️
Lamu, Kenya
Mar 25 - 28, 2025
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$460
Deposit: $200

About your trip

Step into the serene beauty of Lamu - Kenya’s oldest Swahili town and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Known for its rich history, captivating architecture and laid-back charm, Lamu offers an unforgettable escape from the ordinary. 

Wander through narrow cobblestone streets, sail on a traditional dhow and soak in the golden sunsets over the Indian Ocean. 

This trip promises an experience that feels like stepping back in time while embracing the magic of the present.

What's included

Accommodation

4 bedroom villa in Shela with chef + pool

Transport to & fro

Return flight (Jambojet/Skyward)

Transfers

The main means of transport in Lamu is by boat

Traditional sail on dhow

Full day sail to Manda Toto Island incl. of seafood bbq lunch

Lamu Old Town Tour

This is a 4hr historical & cultural walking tour of Lamu Old Town with an experienced guide

RnR

Choice of 1 activity - yoga, henna or a massage

Food

A hearty Swahili breakfast, light lunch and delicious dinner every day. I shall draw up the menu under your advisement and based on your dietary needs and preferences

What's not included

Drinks

You can get basic alcoholic EABL products from Lamu however, I would advise you to travel with your own drinks if you are particular

Souvenirs & tips

Extra activities

Any other activities not mentioned in this itinerary

Day 1

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Arrival Day

You shall depart from Nairobi at 9am with Jambojet to arrive in Lamu at 10:20am 


Your captain shall be waiting for you at the airport to transfer you to your airbnb by 11am 


Lunch will be ready at 1pm


Spend the day relaxing, swimming and exploring your surroundings 

Day 2

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Lamu Old Town Tour

After having a hearty breakfast, you shall head out to Lamu Old Town where you shall meet you guide Abu at 10am for a historical & cultural walking tour 


The tour ends at 1/2pm 

Be sure to carry some cash or Mpesa with you to do some shopping 


Return to the villa by 3pm for a late lunch 


This would also be an ideal day to explore the nightlife

You can head out to the Floating Bar before or after dinner as per your group's needs and co-ordinate pick-up and drop off with the captain (own cost)


Estimate - Ksh 1500 one way after dark 

Drink estimate - Ksh 5000 for the cheapest bottle, Ksh 300 for beers/ciders and Ksh 800 for cocktails





Day 3 & 4

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Full day sail

This is a full day sail to the beautiful Manda Toto Island 

The trip begins at 9am and you shall return shortly after sunset - 6:45pm 

The cost is inclusive of a seafood bbq lunch 

Feel free to carry games, a speaker, drinks, your costume & essentials 


Dinner shall be served at 9pm


Day 4 

Brunch at 8:30am 

Departure for airport at 9:15am 

Flight leaves at 10:50am 

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