Lamu County

An archipelago county on Kenya's north coast, known for Lamu Old Town (a World Heritage Site), Swahili culture, dhows and a slow pace of life.

Lamu County lies on Kenya's northeast coast and consists of a mainland section and the Lamu, Manda and Pate island groups. Lamu Old Town is one of the best-preserved Swahili settlements in East Africa and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with narrow lanes, coral-stone buildings and carved wooden doors; people get around on foot, by donkey and by boat. Nearby Shela village has a long sandy beach, and you can set out to sea on a traditional dhow. The dry season is the better time to go. Most visitors fly from Nairobi or Mombasa to Manda Island airport and then take a boat across to the island.

Destinations

• Lamu

Itineraries

• Swahili Coast: South to North – Travel from south to north visiting Diani, Mombasa, Watamu, and Lamu to experience pristine beaches and historic towns.