Traditional dhow under sail off Lamu

Diani and Lamu coast

Diani Beach& Lamu

  • 6 days, 5 nights
  • 2 to 8 travellers
  • Departs: Tuesdays and Fridays
  • Easy

Beach days and a marine park trip in Diani, then the old town and dunes of Lamu.

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrive in Diani

    Transfer from Ukunda airstrip or Mombasa to your hotel. Afternoon free on the beach.

    Overnight: Beach hotel, Diani

  2. Day 2

    Wasini Island and Kisite marine park

    Dhow trip to Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park to snorkel, with a seafood lunch on Wasini Island. Dolphins are often seen on the way.

    Overnight: Beach hotel, Diani

  3. Day 3

    Free day in Diani

    Kitesurfing, paddleboarding, diving or a day off. We can book any of these locally.

    Overnight: Beach hotel, Diani

  4. Day 4

    Fly to Lamu

    Domestic flight to Manda Island and a boat across to Lamu Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with no cars.

    Overnight: Guesthouse, Lamu

  5. Day 5

    Shela and a sunset dhow

    Walk to Shela village and the dunes, swim, then a sunset sail on a dhow.

    Overnight: Guesthouse, Lamu

  6. Day 6

    Old Town walk and departure

    Morning walk through the Old Town, then the boat to Manda airstrip for your flight.

    Overnight: Not included

Included

  • 5 nights accommodation with breakfast
  • Wasini and Kisite dhow day trip with lunch
  • Kisite-Mpunguti marine park fees
  • Domestic flight from the south coast to Lamu
  • Sunset dhow sail in Lamu
  • Airport and jetty transfers

Not included

  • International flights
  • Flight out of Lamu
  • Diving, kitesurfing and other activities on day 3
  • Lunches and dinners unless listed
  • Tips

From, per person$940