Staying in a tree house on the coast, diving sites filled with colorful tropical fish, swimming with dolphins, fantastic snorkeling, the East African island of Lamu and Mafia has more to give, with interesting history that comprises tales of rich Arabs setting up opulent homes in Lamu and raids in Mafia by cannibals from Madagascar.
The traditional way of life is still preserved by the residents of Lambu and Manda Island. A trip to the island’s village is like going back in time when bicycles were the sophisticated form of transportation. However, today the tourism has increased alternative sources of income for residents, and if you have a plan to visit there here some solutions for you:
How to go Lamba: Kenya Airways, from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Air Kenya from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to Lamu.
Staying in Lamba: beautifully decorated old Swahili guesthouses, basic inns, isolated resorts and private homes to rent.
How to go Mafia: from Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. Coastal Aviation flies there everyday. .
Staying in Mafia: Chole Mjini Lodge: nightly rate: $192-$480 per person including all meals and some safari and park fees.
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