To visit the mystical island of Lamu is to take a step back in time. There is only one vehicle on the island, otherwise people walk, ride donkeys, or sail on traditional Arab sailboats called Dhows or Ngalawas. The ocean side of the island is fronted by a huge, eight mile long deserted beach, with commanding dunes that shield the coconut and mango plantations and small villages behind. At the heart of the island is the Old Town, where narrow winding paths and traditional Swahili architecture reflect the combined influences of the Omani, Indian, and Portuguese merchants and explorers over a thousand years of spirited trade.

Fly into Lamu. They've got an airstrip from which you'll get a boat across to Shela. Arrive and check into the hotel. Relax and hen have some lunch. Go on a sunset dhow ride.

Wake up, have breakfast, go for a walk on the beach come back and have a swim and relax by the pool. You can go exploring Shela later in the afternoon.

Wake up relax, you can do yoga, go fishing, or walking out on the beach and relaxing. Check out and then get a boat back to the airstrip and board your flight back to Nairobi.

4-Day Lamu Couple's Getaway

To visit the mystical island of Lamu is to take a step back in time. There is only one vehicle on the island, otherwise people walk, ride donkeys, or sail on traditional Arab sailboats called Dhows or Ngalawas. The ocean side of the island is fronted by a huge, eight mile long deserted beach, with commanding dunes that shield the coconut and mango plantations and small villages behind. At the heart of the island is the Old Town, where narrow winding paths and traditional Swahili architecture reflect the combined influences of the Omani, Indian, and Portuguese merchants and explorers over a thousand years of spirited trade. A small boutique hotel on the remote island of Lamu, in Shela beautifully built right on the beach. Great food, views and ambience.

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