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A wooden boat with people lying on the deck, some holding plates of food. 1
A narrow stone alleyway with a sign reading "BETTLAHAM" at the top. 2
A sunset over a body of water with sailboats. 3
A narrow street with palm trees and buildings. 4
Sailboats on a calm body of water during sunset. 5

Lamu: Old Town Tour, Swahili Lunch, and Sunset Dhow Cruise

By Teyezilla Adventures
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$210 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in the rich history of Lamu Old Town on a guided tour
  • Savour a traditional Swahili seafood lunch at a seafront restaurant
  • Sail on a traditional Swahili dhow across the Lamu Channel at sunset
  • Enjoy free time to explore craft markets or relax by the beach at Shela
  • Learn traditional dhow sailing techniques from local captains

Activity location

    • Shela
    • Shela, Lamu County, Kenya

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Shela
    • Shela, Lamu County, Kenya

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Group of 3 Plus

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00 AM
Price details
NZ$210.41 x 3 AdultsNZ$631.23
Total
Price is NZ$631.23

Private Couple

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00 AM
Price details
NZ$280.54 x 2 AdultsNZ$561.08
Total
Price is NZ$561.08

Solo Traveller

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00 AM
Price details
NZ$385.75 x 1 AdultNZ$385.75
Total
Price is NZ$385.75

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pick-up & drop-off from Lamu or Shela hotels
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional local guide (English-speaking)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry fees to heritage sites & museum
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Traditional Swahili seafood lunch
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Sunset dhow cruise (2 hours)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Soft drinks, bottled water, and coconuts
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All government taxes & conservation levies
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Alcoholic drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips & personal shopping
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional add-ons (dinner, snorkelling, photos)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transfers from Manda Airport (available on request)

What you can expect

Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Lamu or Shela. Head to Lamu Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore its narrow alleyways, coral stone houses, and carved Swahili doors. Visit the Lamu Fort, Riyadha Mosque, and Swahili Museum, learning about centuries of Arab, Persian, and African influence.

Stop at a local coffee house for Swahili tea, dates, and snacks. Enjoy a traditional Swahili seafood lunch at a seafront restaurant overlooking the dhow harbour. Vegetarian and vegan options are available. After lunch, enjoy free time to explore craft markets or relax by the beach at Shela Village.

In the afternoon, board a beautifully crafted Swahili dhow for a two-hour sunset cruise across the Lamu–Manda Channel. Sip fresh coconut juice or a chilled drink as you glide past mangroves and fishing villages. Make an optional swim stop near Manda Island, or enjoy live drumming aboard the dhow. Return to Lamu jetty and transfer to your hotel.

Location

Activity location

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    • Shela
    • Shela, Lamu County, Kenya

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Shela
    • Shela, Lamu County, Kenya