Lamu Island

Donkeys remain the main mode of transportation, and dhows are still used for transportation from island to island in the somewhat remote islands of Lamu. One of the most charming aspects of this area is its ninetenth century architecture lining winding, narrow streets. Here you will also see Arab men still wearing traditional full-length clothing and the women dressed in black, as they have for centuries.

Activities

• Take a dhow trip to the Takwa ruins, former home to the people of Shela village.


• Snorkel on the coral reefs off Manda Toto island.


• Walk along deserted beaches with extraordinary driftwood and sightings of dolphins offshore.


• Explore the narrow streets of Lamu town with its ancient fort, its wood carvers,juice bars and donkeys.

Currency

The official Kenyan currency is the shilling or kenyan shilling (Ksh or KES).

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