Lamu Island Adventure

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Jun 28 - Jul 1, 2024
INCLUSIONS: roundtrip airport transfers via boat, 3 nights accommodations, daily breakfast, samosa making class and Swahili dinner, private dhow trip with lunch, shela walking tour with private guide, private sunset dhow trip, and all bank/wire processing fees.

At The Village Experience, travel inspires impact. To date, TVE has operated over 800 responsible tourism programs around the world. Our programs have immersed nearly 3,000 travelers into our partner communities and impacted more than 25,000 people on the ground. Together, we have implemented programs to tackle social justice issues such as access to education & healthcare, women’s empowerment, and sustainability in these communities.

It is only through this unique relationship of responsible travel + philanthropy, that we have been able to raise $3,500,000 for our partner communities. You inspire and contribute to the impact…so keep traveling with The Village Experience!

Pricing

$1499 – Per person – Triple occupancy


Full amount due with registration
Please send email an image of your passport to jenny@experiencethevillage.com

Itinerary

June 28 – Arrive to Manda Airport in Lamu in the afternoon. Meet your representative and transfer via boat to Shela Village. Check into accommodations and enjoy some free time on the beach. Join the Shela Women’s Association in the evening for a samosa making class and traditional Swahili dinner. This is a part of our responsible tourism program on the island (and some of the best food of the trip!). (D)

June 29 – Today, you’ll board Hippo Dhow for some sailing around the channels, a bit of fishing, swimming in the Indian Ocean, and a fresh fish bbq for lunch on the water. Hippo Dhow is another one of our responsible tourism partners in Lamu.  (B,L)

June 30 – Sleep in and relax. After breakfast, meet your local guide and enjoy a walking tour of Shela Village. Visit the dhow making area, learn about Swahili architecture, visit the local artisan shops, stop for coffee at a women owned and operated cafe, and more. Enjoy the beach in the afternoon. Enjoy an evening sunset sail with Hippo Dhow. (B)

July 1 – Check out of hotel in the morning. Relax and enjoy lunch until afternoon flight back to Wilson Airport. (B)


Flight Reservations

Arrival & Departure: Manda Airport in Lamu