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4-Day Lamu Heritage Escape
- Duration
- 4 days, 3 nights
- Destinations
- Lamu
- Starts and ends in
- Nairobi
- Travel style
- Culture, Mid-range
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Fly to Lamu, walk the old town and sail on a dhow. A slow trip built around Swahili history.
Lamu has no cars, so the days move at walking pace. You will explore the old town with a local guide, eat Swahili food and sail at sunset.
The best time is November to March, when the weather is driest.
Highlights
- Guided walk through Lamu Old Town
- Sunset dhow trip
- Swahili food
- Stay in a restored house
Itinerary
Day 1
Nairobi to Lamu
Fly to Manda Island, then cross by boat to Lamu. Settle in and take a first walk through the lanes.
- Overnight
- Restored town house, Lamu
- Meals
- Dinner
Day 2
Lamu Old Town
Walk the old town with a local guide, visiting the fort, the museum and the market.
- Overnight
- Restored town house, Lamu
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3
By dhow around the archipelago
Sail in the morning or late afternoon, with time for a swim and a seafood lunch.
- Overnight
- Restored town house, Lamu
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Return to Nairobi
Take the boat to Manda Island for the flight back to Nairobi.
- Meals
- Breakfast
What is included
Included
- Transport as described in the itinerary
- Accommodation as listed
- Meals as stated
- Bottled drinking water
- Airport transfers
Not included
- International flights
- Visas and eTA
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Drinks and personal items
- Optional activities
Questions
Can this itinerary be changed?
Yes. Tell us your dates and what you would like to change, and we will adjust the plan and quote before you confirm anything.
What is the price based on?
The price is per person sharing a room and is a guide. Your quote depends on travel dates, accommodation and park fees. TODO_CLIENT: confirm.
How do I book?
Send a booking request on any package, or use the tailor-made form. We reply with an itinerary and a quote. When you are happy, you confirm and we make the bookings.
Do I pay anything when I send a request?
No. A request is free and commits you to nothing. Payment comes only after you have accepted a quote.
How much is the deposit?
The deposit is shown on each package and confirmed in your quote. TODO_CLIENT: confirm the deposit amount and payment methods.
Important to know
Prices are a guide, shown per person. Your quote depends on your dates, the accommodation you choose and park fees, and we confirm it before you pay anything.
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