Lamu Old Town

Lamu Old Town is a historic landmark in Kenya. Lamu is a Swahili town on an island off Kenya's northern coast, inhabited continuously since the twelfth century and built of coral stone with carved wooden doors.

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Lamu is a Swahili town on an island off Kenya's northern coast, inhabited continuously since the twelfth century and built of coral stone with carved wooden doors. There are no cars: transport is by donkey or by dhow between the island villages. Shela beach, a walk or boat ride from the town, runs for twelve kilometres.

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Local culture

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Related activities

Sunset dhow sail
Traditional sailing boat trip through the channel at dusk.

How to get to Lamu Old Town

Lamu Old Town sits in Kenya. It pairs well with Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre, Maasai Mara, so you can group them on the same day.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Sunset dhow sail.

Lamu Old Town FAQ

Where is Lamu Old Town?

Lamu Old Town is in Kenya.

What is near Lamu Old Town?

Nearby places include Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre, Maasai Mara, Amboseli National Park.

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