manda bay,manda island, lamu: A small boutique lodge located
on the tip of an unspoiled, idyllic island where barefoot
luxury meets chic simplicity.

manda bay clientele: Whilst Manda Bay has a celebrity
following, it is unpretentious and perfect for those
looking for simple luxury combined with the exclusivity of
a desert island. Popular amongst families, groups of
friends and honeymooners.

manda bay ‘X’-FACTOR: Secluded location on Manda Island,
exceptional water sports and hosting, private airfield &
charter planes
LOCATION: North-western tip of Manda Island, Lamu
archipelago

Accommodation:
16 en-suite, open rooms with king-size beds and overhead fans inside large flowing mosquito nets. 11 rooms are situated on the waterfront and 5 are slightly set back and elevated. All bedrooms, sitting room, bar and dining areas overlook the calm waters of the bay. Breakfast and lunches are served in the airy dining room. Dinners are served under the stars, among the palm trees on the sand. There is a games room beside an infinity pool.

Activities:
Cruise on Utamaduni, our 60 ft traditional sailing dhow. Scenic flights over the Tana Delta and the Dodori National Reserve to see the abundant wildlife. Cultural visits to Takwa Ruins, or Lamu – a World Heritage Site. Spectacular bird-watching by boat. Wildlife spotting in the bush behind the lodge. Stroll along 14 km of empty beach. Walk through the 9th century ruins scattered amongst the giant baobab trees.

Fly-fishing or conventional deep-sea fishing charters on our two fully equipped deep sea fishing boats. Cheza (33ft) and Shakina (38 ft catamaran). Creek or inshore fishing in skiffs. Water-sports include windsurfing, water-skiing, wake-boarding, air chair, banana boating, tubing, laser sailing, snorkelling and kayaking. Massages, manicures and pedicures. Sundowners and stargazing on the sand dunes.

Experience through:
Miles of tropical beach, within a 20-
minute boat ride of the ancient Arab town of Lamu, a
World Heritage Site. Follow the footsteps of Sinbad the
Sailor, walking narrow Arab streets devoid of vehicles,
populated by working donkeys and watch Arab dhows plying their ancient routes. Humpback whales are often seen at sea in October and dolphins are plentiful from December through to March. Sundowners on Utamaduni, Manda’s 60ft sailing dhow; sailing; kayaking; windsurfing; scenic bird walks & drives.Swimming pool; games room with table tennis, darts & pool table; boutique and a small library.

Optional extras:
Dhow safaris & charters; deep sea
fishing; motorised water sports including water skiing,
banana rides & tubing; line fishing; inshore fly fishing;
bottom fishing; snorkelling; visits to Lamu, the Takwa
ruins, Kiwayu & Kipungani; scenic flights in fixed-wing
aircraft; spa treatments (massage, manicure &pedicures)