3-day itinerary
3 Days Lamu Fly-in Tour from Nairobi
3 days · 2 nights · Lamu Island
From/ to Nairobi Area
The tour is a retreat excursion to the timeless allure of Lamu island from Nairobi Kenya
The 3 days Lamu archipelago flight excursion flies into Lamu’s Manda Island’s airstrip from Nairobi Wilson airport
We connect from Manda Island to Lamu Island by boat and proceed to discover the historical charm and serenity of the Lamu village and Shella beach.
The Lamu island visit is a mind, body and spiritual retreat due to the calm atmosphere experienced in the Island.
Tour is suitable for all age groups including honeymooners, couples, seniors, individuals, small groups and friends.
Tour highlights
- Scenery, people & local life styles
- Scenic over-view as you fly from Mombasa to Lamu
- Dhow experience ex-Manda Airstrip - to Lamu or Shella
- Serenity, history, culture and relaxation at Lamu
Day by day
The Itinerary
- Day1
Nairobi – Lamu
Pick up from your Nairobi hotel for a transfer to the Wilson airport (You may also start at end of your Kenya safari tour as an extension)
1400hrs: Depart Nairobi for Lamu Island
1510hrs: Arrival at Manda AirstripFly on the scheduled Nairobi – Manda Airstrip flight.
Met and transfer by boat or dhow to Lamu Island.
A walk or donkey ride takes us to our hotel.
We are booked on half board basis with breakfast and either lunch or dinner giving us the opportunity to explore and discover local restaurants.Overnight at your Lamu island hotel.
- Day2
Lamu
A whimsical day at Lamu island in Kenya!
You may explore the maze of narrow streets that make Lamu, visit the Lamu museum, take a dhow tour to the neighboring Islands, visit the Shella beach or simply relax and while the day with the locals in this serene retreat.
Overnight at your Lamu hotel.
- Day3
Lamu – Mombasa
Breakfast at your hotel.
This morning is at leisure.
After lunch take a boat transfer to the Manda Island Airstrip.
1540hrs: Depart Lamu for Nairobi.
1735hrs: Arrive Nairobi Wilson airportMet on arrival at Nairobi Airport.
Drop off at your Nairobi hotel or Nairobi airport for your outbound flight
Lamu Island
Donkey ride.
Sail in the traditional dhow
Explore narrow streets of Lamu town
Architectural houses
Beach stroll
Visit Shella village
Sundowner at Manda Island
Tour price includes
- Nairobi - Airport - Hotel Transfers
- Air tickets: Nairobi - Lamu - Nairobi
- Boat Transfers: Airstrip - Lamu - Airstrip
- Accommodation according to your choice on half board
- Pick up and drop off at respective hotels.
Not included in the tour price
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