Manda Toto Island
Manda Toto
A small island off the outer side of Manda Island, surrounded by coral reefs and fish, and the most popular snorkelling spot in the Lamu archipelago.
Manda Toto lies in open water on the outer side of Manda Island. Its reefs are home to hard corals, parrotfish and turtles. It is often combined with a day trip by traditional dhow, with fish grilled on the beach at lunchtime. From Lamu the boat trip takes about 1 to 1.5 hours, and departures depend on tides and wind. During the southeast monsoon from June to August, waves are often too high and trips are cancelled. Snorkelling gear is usually provided by boatmen, but quality varies, so you may want to bring your own mask.
Opening hours
According to ferry schedule
Nearby sights
- Manda Island
- Takwa Ruins
- Lamu Donkey Sanctuary
- Lamu Museum
- Lamu Seafront
- Lamu Dhow Sunset Sail
- German Post Office Museum
- Lamu Fort