Lamu Old Town — 3 Days
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Lamu Old Town — 3 Days

UNESCO World Heritage Swahili old town — dhow sailing, narrow alleys, and zero cars on the island.

⏱ 3 days · ⛰ Easy · 💰 $ 490 per person ·# BMS-LAMUOLD
The journey

Made for the way you want to travel.

Lamu is the oldest continuously inhabited Swahili settlement in East Africa. Donkeys are the only transport. We base you in a rooftop room in the old town, with dhow trips to Manda and Shela beaches.

⭐ Highlights

  • UNESCO World Heritage old town
  • Donkey-only transport
  • Dhow sailing to Shela beach
  • Lamu Museum
  • Swahili cuisine

🛤 Plan by day

Day 1

Nairobi → Lamu

Morning flight from Nairobi to Manda airstrip. Boat transfer to Lamu old town. Afternoon orientation walk.

Activities: Flight, boat transfer, walk

Stay: Lamu Guesthouse

Meals: Breakfast

Altitude: 0 m

Day 2

Full Day Lamu

Morning dhow trip to Shela beach and Manda Island. Afternoon at Lamu Museum. Evening rooftop dinner.

Activities: Dhow cruise, museum

Stay: Lamu Guesthouse

Meals: Breakfast

Altitude: 0 m

Day 3

Lamu → Nairobi

Morning at leisure. Boat to Manda, flight to Nairobi for international connection.

Activities: Boat, flight

Stay: —

Meals: Breakfast

Altitude: 0 m

✓ Included

  • Old town guesthouse 2 nights
  • Daily breakfast
  • Airport transfers
  • Dhow trip to Shela
  • Lamu Museum entry

✗ Not included

  • International flights
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Drinks
  • Optional dhow sunset cruise
  • Tips

🎒 What to bring

  • Modest clothing (Muslim majority area)
  • Light cotton
  • Sun protection
  • Sandals
  • Camera
Travel style

Choose your comfort level.

Same route, same dates — three levels of comfort. Prices are per person and confirmed by our team before payment.

Economy

Economy Lamu Old Town — 3 Days

Economy accommodation and service level, tailored to the confirmed route.

USD 382 per person
  • Private trip planning
  • Professional local guide
  • Accommodation level selected in the final itinerary
Choose economy
Most popular Comfort

Comfort Lamu Old Town — 3 Days

Comfort accommodation and service level, tailored to the confirmed route.

USD 490 per person
  • Private trip planning
  • Professional local guide
  • Accommodation level selected in the final itinerary
Choose comfort
Luxury

Luxury Lamu Old Town — 3 Days

Luxury accommodation and service level, tailored to the confirmed route.

USD 760 per person
  • Private trip planning
  • Professional local guide
  • Accommodation level selected in the final itinerary
Choose luxury