Kenya Beach Safari:Lamu,Kiwayu
Island
Kiwayu Safari Village-Lamu
Kiwayu Island, Lamu Kenya
Nestling among the mainland dunes, the oasis of Kiwayu Lamu overlooks a sheltered lagoon to the north of Kiwayu
Island forty kilometres north of Lamu off Kenya’s remote North Coast. Kiwayu lamu is a family owned Lodge that was established
in 1973 by Alfredo and Lisa Pelizzoli. It is situated in a sheltered bay, on the edge of the Indian Ocean in the Kiunga
Marine Reserve .
Guest accommodation in Kiwayu Lamu
is in spacious cottages (crafted by hand from local materials); spread out along one kilometre of private sandy shoreline,
guests will experience tranquillity and ultimate privacy. All one can hear at Kiwayu is the sound of the sea, the wind rushing
through palm leaves and the melodic twitter of exotic birds.
Kiwayu Lamu is a natural, simple but luxurious retreat. Miles of deserted beaches with soft white sand and the
soothing sound of waves will soon awaken the senses and lead you back to nature’s eternal rhythms. Kiwayu Lamu offers
a retreat to those who wish to return to a natural lifestyle and who desire contact with the best and most simple sea-faring
life that Kenya can offer. The only rule here at Kiwayu Lamu is "to relax"
For Accommodation at Kiwayu Lamu there are 18 Beach front Bandas ,One family
Banda and the Baobabs of Kitangani-the Honeymoon Suite all spread out along the shoreline of Kiwayu’s white sandy beaches,
these handcrafted beach cottages have the ultimate ‘Gilligan’s Island’ feel:
Each of the 18 Kiwayu Beach-front Bandas consists of a spacious bedroom, en-suite
dressing area and bathroom (hot running water, flush toilet and shower) and sheltered veranda. In addition each Banda contains
one or more ‘Lamu beds’, which can easily be converted into spare beds.
The Kiwayu Lamu Family Banda consists of 2 connecting bandas (internal path): both
bandas consist of a spacious en suite bedroom, both with private seating areas. The Family Banda also contains ‘Lamu
beds’, which could easily be converted into spare beds.
Kiwayu 'Baobabs of Kitangani’ Honeymoon Suite is located on a small secluded beach, set on Kiwayu Island
- adjacent to the main Kiwayu beach and bandas. This suite consists of two large open areas (one large en-suite bedroom with
open veranda area, and one spacious seating area), set in the shade of impressive baobab trees, and overlooking the tropical
clear waters of Kiwayu bay. There is also a dining and seating area down on the beach – perfect for light lunches or
romantic candle-lit dinners.’ Baobabs of Kitangani’ has its own private kitchen and staff. The suite’s sitting
room contains 2 Lamu beds, which can easily be converted into spare beds (not suitable for young children due to open nature
of rooms)
Kiwayu Lamu Safari Village Activities
Set directly
on the beach, the camp’s emphasis is on a complete Indian Ocean experience, and can be as action-packed or relaxing
as you wish:
Laser sailing, Windsurfing, Snorkelling
Body Boarding,
Kayaking and Deep Sea fishing
Reef fishing, Creek fishing in the mangrove channels
Guided dune walks / bird watching
Evening Dhow cruises
Visit to Swahili fishing village of Mkokoni
Mangrove trips in motorized canoe
Private Lunch on Kiwayu Island
Private Lunch on Kongoali beach
Day-trips to Lamu by boat (or by scenic flight, by prior arrangement)
Speed-boat day excursion with picnic lunch and snorkeling at Kui or Simambaya
There are few
places in the world which can boast such seclusion as enjoyed by Kiwayu. Here at Kiwayu lamu they are visited only by fishermen,
the dhows that still come to collect water and the occasional sports fisherman in search of the magnificent marlin, which
are then tagged and released back into the sea. Come with your family or partner and experience this unique place, whether
its for enjoying Kiwayu's Lamu extensive selection of watersports or just relaxing and switching
off from the outside world.
Kiwayu
Lamu Children Policy:
Children under 2 years = free of charge Children 3-12 years = half rate