North Kenya Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya.  The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.
Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya.  The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.
It is also possible to walk above/through the mangrove forests on some wooden bridges that have been built.
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Conch shell outside our banda were you can wash your feet before entering.
#BeachTips - Manda Island is in Lamu Province in Kenya across the harbour from the UNESCO World Heritage site of Lamu Town. To get to Manda Island, you land on an airstrip and have to take a boat to Diamond Beach Village. The boat pulls up onto this beach and you grab your bag and head off to your personal grass hut. Because this beach is almost on the Equator, the sand is boiling hot! You cannot walk across the sand in barefeet; you need to wear sandals.

Where to stay in North Kenya Coast

Lamu old town waterfront, Kenya, UNESCO World Heritage site

Lamu Old Town

You'll enjoy the parks and historical sites in Lamu Old Town. You might want to make time for a stop at Lamu Fort or Lamu Museum.

Lamu Old Town
Lamu House Hotel

Lamu House Hotel

4 out of 5
Kenyatta Road Lamu
The price is ₹11,415 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
₹11,415
₹13,891 total
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located nearby.
Lamu House Hotel
The Majlis Hotel

The Majlis Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Ras Kitau Bay Manda Island
The price is ₹46,653 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
₹46,653
₹55,051 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Manda Island. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Manda Beach and Shela Beach are located ...
The Majlis Hotel
Kijani Hotel

Kijani Hotel

3 out of 5
Off Corniche Path, Shela Village Lamu
The price is ₹20,994 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
₹20,994
₹24,772 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Shela Beach and Manda Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Nothing to dislike about this hotel, we had an amazing stay and would definitely stay there again if we find ourselves back in Lamu.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Kijani Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Wellness Kibanda

Wellness Kibanda

2 out of 5
Shella Village Lamu Lamu County
Stay at this beach holiday home in Lamu. Enjoy a full-service spa, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shela Beach and Manda Beach are located ...
Wellness Kibanda
Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10

Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10

2 out of 5
Manda Island Lamu County
Stay at this holiday home in Manda Island. Popular attractions Manda Beach and Shela Beach are located nearby.
Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10
Coral Sea Villas

Coral Sea Villas

3 out of 5
Mambrui Malindi Kilifi
Stay at this villa in Malindi. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attraction Mambrui Beach is located nearby.
Coral Sea Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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