Manda Island

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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.
#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.
A large portion of Manda Island is covered in mangrove forests, and it is possible to kayak through them during high tide.
The Majlis Hotel

The Majlis Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Ras Kitau Bay Manda Island
The price is ¥79,942 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
¥79,942
¥94,332 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews)
The sushi restauranr can do better

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2024

The Majlis Hotel
Shanti Beach House - Lamu - Kenya

Shanti Beach House - Lamu - Kenya

Lamu County Lamu County
The price is ¥45,509 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
¥45,509
¥53,729 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Manda Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Manda Beach and Shela Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Paradise
An amazing peaceful place. We spent 2 nights here just enjoying doing nothing except swimming, sunset walks along the beach and watching the birds and other animals.

Reviewed on May 10, 2025

Shanti Beach House - Lamu - Kenya
Amani House 5 bedrooms sleeps 10

Amani House 5 bedrooms sleeps 10

Lamu Shela
Stay at this vacation home in Manda Island. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Manda Beach and Shela Beach are ...
Amani House 5 bedrooms sleeps 10
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.
Shanti Beach House - Lamu - Kenya

Shanti Beach House - Lamu - Kenya

Lamu County Lamu County
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Manda Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Manda Beach and Shela Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Paradise
An amazing peaceful place. We spent 2 nights here just enjoying doing nothing except swimming, sunset walks along the beach and watching the birds and other animals.

Reviewed on May 10, 2025

Shanti Beach House - Lamu - Kenya
Amani House 5 bedrooms sleeps 10

Amani House 5 bedrooms sleeps 10

Lamu Shela
Stay at this vacation home in Manda Island. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Manda Beach and Shela Beach are ...
Amani House 5 bedrooms sleeps 10
Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10

Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10

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