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Tailor-Made Safari
Dec–Mar & Jul–Nov
5-Day Lamu Old Town & Dhows
Lamu Island · Shela · Manda Island · 5 Days / 4 Nights
Overview & Highlights
Lamu is an enchanted UNESCO World Heritage site where donkeys replace cars and carved mahogany doors tell tales of medieval spice trade. Cruise across the archipelago on hand-built dhows and unwind on Shela beach.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
1
Day 1: Fly to Manda Island & Boat to Shela Village
Scenic flight to Manda Airstrip. A private motor dhow whisks you across the turquoise channel to your traditional Swahili retreat in Shela village.
Meals: Dinner
2
Day 2: Lamu Old Town Historic Walking Tour
Guided exploration of Lamu Old Town, visiting the 18th-century Lamu Fort, Swahili house museums, and wood carving workshops.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
3
Day 3: Dhow Cruise to Takwa Ruins & Coral Gardens
Sail aboard an authentic dhow across the channel to the 15th-century Takwa ruins on Manda Island. Afternoon snorkelling in crystal waters.
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner
4
Day 4: Shela Beach Day & Sunset Dhow Sail
Morning at leisure walking the vast sand dunes of Shela. Late afternoon private sunset cruise with chilled wine as the sun dips below the mangroves.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
5
Day 5: Farewell Lamu & Return Flight to Nairobi
Morning breakfast overlooking the ocean before taking the boat back to Manda Airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi.
Meals: Breakfast
Pricing & Tiers
Safaris are priced per person sharing (PPS) based on your selected tier and travel season. We quote residents in KES and international visitors in USD.
| Accommodation Tier | Resident Rate (KES) | Non-Resident Rate (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Tier Vetted mid-range authentic safari camps | KES 130,000 pps | $1,300 pps |
| Comfort Tier High-value standard safari accommodation | KES 85,000 pps | $850 pps |
| Luxury Tier Boutique luxury tented camps & premier lodges | KES 225,000 pps | $2,300 pps |
Child sharing rate: 50% of adult PPS
Single room supplement: KES 28,000 / $280
What's Included
- 4 nights luxury Swahili townhouse accommodation
- All private boat transfers throughout the archipelago
- Guided Lamu Old Town cultural walking tour
- Full day sailing dhow excursion with island picnic
- AMREF emergency medical cover
What's Excluded
- Domestic flights to Manda/Lamu (available as add-on)
- Alcoholic drinks and tips
- Personal shopping and spa treatments
Starting Rate
KES 85,000
Duration:
5 Days / 4 Nights
Trip Type:
Safari
Destination:
Lamu Island · Shela · Manda Island
No instant checkout. Enquiry → Quote → 30% Deposit.
