Bush & Beach 10 Days / 9 Nights
Mara
Kenya Safari & Diani Beach
Big Five safari adventures followed by white sands and turquoise waters on the Indian Ocean.
Duration4 Days / 3 Nights
StartsNairobi (flight)
Best timeAll year
StyleFly-in
Overview
About this journey
Lamu Old Town is one of the oldest continuously inhabited Swahili settlements in East Africa. Wander its narrow streets on foot or by donkey, sail on traditional dhows and relax on the long beaches of Shela.
Region: Lamu Archipelago · Best time: All year (Nov–Mar ideal)
Highlights
What you'll experience
- Guided walk of Lamu Old Town
- Sunset dhow sailing
- Shela Beach
- Swahili cuisine experiences
- Takwa ruins on Manda Island
Itinerary
Day by day
Day 1Nairobi – Lamu
Fly to Manda airstrip and take a boat transfer to your Lamu or Shela hotel.
Day 2Lamu Old Town
Guided heritage walk, museum and fort visits; afternoon dhow sailing.
Day 3Islands & Beaches
Visit Manda Island and the Takwa ruins, or relax on Shela Beach.
Day 4Lamu – Nairobi
Boat transfer to Manda and flight back to Nairobi.
Itineraries are a guide and can be adjusted — add nights, upgrade lodges, or combine with another tour.
What's included
Inclusions & exclusions
Typically included
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Transport in a comfortable 4x4 / suitable vehicle
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Meals as per itinerary
- Park and conservancy entry fees (as quoted)
- Bottled drinking water on safari
- Airport / hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities (e.g. balloon flights)
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses and drinks
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Final inclusions are confirmed in your personalised quote.
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