Diamond Beach Village - Lamu Hotels, Coast Hotels and Lodges

Location:

The Village is situated on the island of Manda, which is the sister island to Lamu. The lodge is located on the beach front with amazing views of the open ocean, Lamu island, Shela village and dhows sailing past. It is the perfect place to come and relax for days or weeks, away from the stresses and strains of everyday life.

Things to do:

Diamond Beach Village provides a wonderful base from which to explore the local scenery and also take in the colourful Lamu culture and people. Or if you'd prefer, simply sit back, relax and luxuriate for days on end and let our friendly staff look after your every need, whether its breakfast in bed or drinks on the swing bed. They are happy to make your stay as peaceful and special as possible to ensure you get into the island pace of life.

Local Attractions:

Swimming, relaxing and enjoying the sun are the usual activities here, but if you want to be more active, plenty of activities and excursions can be arranged! Snorkelling Diamond Beach Village has a small coral reef conveniently situated a stones throw from the beach. It is a safe and easy way for all ages to view the underwater world. There is a vast array of colourful fish that inhabit this reef and everyday there is something new to see. Snorkeling trips can also be arranged to a larger reef which is an hour and a half boat ride away. If you are lucky you will see schools of dolphins playing around the boat. Snorkeling is tide dependant. Walking A 10 minute walk along the shore line leads you to the point of Manda where the open sea meets the island. Along the way it is possible to see the colonial history of Lamu district evident in the ruins with rusty cannons inside. Dhows sail past but it is unlikely you will meet another person on this rugged stretch of coast. The lodge dogs, Mambo and Diamond, will keep you company and amused as they chase crabs along the way. You can also take a guided walk to the ruins of an old Swahili settlement, Takwa, which was built in the 16th century. This walk takes you through the heart of the island where dig dig (small deer) roam. You also pass the quarry where locals cut out the coral by hand for their traditional building blocks. Windsurfing Bird watching Sailing

Getting There:

Fly540: Jomo Kenyatta Nairobi: Departs 10.00 (Mon – Sat) 12.00 (Sun) Via Malindi arrives Lamu 12.00 (Sun 14.45) Website: fly540.com Tel: +245 (0) 20 4453252 Email: info@fly540.com Air Kenya: Wilson Airport Nairobi: Departs Nairobi 14.00 arrive Lamu 15.10 Website: airkenya.com Tel: +254 (0) 20 501601 Email: sales@airkenya.com SafariLink: Wilson Airport Nairobi: Depart13.45 Arrive Lamu: 15.30 Website: safarilink-kenya.com Tel: +254 (0)2 0 600777 Email: res@safarilink.co.ke Diamond Beach is 40 minutes from Lamu Airport by boat and transfers are included. There are weekly flights from Mombasa with Safarilink and daily flights from Malindi with Fly540. You can also reach Lamu by road, it is 7 bumpy hours from Mombasa and 4 hours from Malindi, the best bus company to use is Tawakal and tickets should be booked a few days in advance.