How do I book the Lamu 4-Day Fly-In Island Escape?

You can book directly via WhatsApp or enquiry form on TripBambika. Choose your preferred date, number of travellers, and package option. No advance account creation is required.

Where does the tour start and finish?

Mombasa Pickup: Private pickup from Mtwapa/La Marina or agreed Mombasa accommodation. Pickup arrangements are confirmed directly with you before departure.

Lamu 4-Day Fly-In Island Escape

Coast 4 Days / 3 Nights Private Package

Fly from Mombasa to Manda Airport and dhow across to Shela for a four-day island escape. This package includes return private transfers to Mombasa Airport, return flights between Mombasa and Manda Island, a private dhow from Manda to Shela, three nights accommodation in your chosen Lamu property, a private sunset dhow cruise, guided Lamu Old Town tour, a Matondoni dhow-building village visit and a private snorkelling and BBQ day on the Indian Ocean.

Overview

The fly-in option is the most direct route to Lamu. A short flight from Mombasa takes you over the coast and archipelago to Manda Island, followed by a classic dhow crossing to Shela. From the moment you arrive, the only transport on the island is by foot, donkey or dhow — no cars, no noise, just the Swahili coast as it has been for centuries.

Choose your accommodation from eight authentic Lamu properties — from an intimate king en-suite room with a plunge pool overlooking the dunes to a rooftop Swahili house that sleeps eight. The four-day itinerary includes a sunset cruise on arrival, Lamu Old Town with an official guide, Matondoni dhow village and a full snorkelling and beach BBQ day.

Shela StayChoose your accommodation from eight authentic Lamu properties, from a private king suite to a whole Swahili house.

Dhow Sunset CruiseA private sunset experience on Lamu Channel — one of the most iconic ways to end a first day on the island.

Lamu Old TownWalk the UNESCO World Heritage streets with an official local guide and private boat transportation.

Matondoni VillageTake a private dhow to the quiet fishing village famous for its centuries-old dhow-building tradition.

Highlights

Private pickup and return transfer in Mombasa
Return travel between Mombasa and Lamu/Manda Island
Return flights Mombasa ↔ Manda Airport (Lamu)
Private dhow from Manda Airport to Shela and return
3 nights accommodation in your chosen Lamu property
Private sunset dhow cruise on arrival day
Guided Lamu Old Town walking tour with official local guide
Private dhow boat transportation for the Lamu Town tour
Private dhow trip to Matondoni dhow-building village
Private snorkelling and swimming excursion with beach BBQ

**Fly Into Lamu Island**Return flights from Mombasa land you on Manda Island — then it's a short dhow ride to the timeless streets of Shela and Lamu Old Town.

What's Included

Return private Mombasa Airport transferReturn flights Mombasa–Manda IslandPrivate dhow Manda–Shela and return3 nights accommodationPrivate sunset dhow cruiseLamu Old Town guided tourPrivate Matondoni dhow tripPrivate snorkelling & BBQ day

Not Included

Personal expenses and souvenirs
Travel insurance
Alcoholic and premium drinks
Any activities or services not listed in the package inclusions
Additional KES 2,000 airport/South Coast transfer charge for guests in Likoni, Shelly Beach, Diani, Tiwi or Kwale

From

KES 131,400/ person

New experience · authentic local tour

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Shela King En-suite · 1 person

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Itinerary

Fly to Manda Island & Sunset Dhow Cruise
Your TripBambika driver collects you from your Mombasa accommodation and transfers you to Mombasa Moi International Airport. Fly to Manda Island (approx. 45 min), where a private dhow is waiting to cross to Shela. Check in to your accommodation and spend the evening on a private sunset dhow cruise on the Lamu Channel.
Day 1
Lamu Old Town & Matondoni Village
Explore Lamu Old Town — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — with an official local guide. Walk the historic coral-stone streets, visit ancient mosques, spice shops and the old port. After lunch take a private dhow to Matondoni, the island's dhow-building village.
Day 2
Snorkelling, Swimming, Fishing & Beach BBQ
Spend the day on the Indian Ocean with a private snorkelling and swimming excursion. Try some fishing in the channel, then enjoy a freshly prepared beach BBQ lunch on the water.
Day 3
Morning in Shela & Return to Mombasa
Enjoy a relaxed final morning in Shela — browse the weekly market, pick up local crafts or simply sit by the ocean. Then transfer back to Manda Island and return to Mombasa.
Day 4