Manda Bay

Manda Bay is a stylish beach hideaway on an idyllic island within the Lamu Archipelago. Each of the ten spacious Swahili cottages is designed to maximise the views and catch the cool sea breezes.

Manda Bay lies on the north western tip of Manda Island. The secluded bandas are set in amongst coconut palms, acacia and tamarind trees overlooking the sandy beaches and bay. The spacious cottages are designed in keeping with the local landscape, with large wooden beds, luxurious mosquito nets and ensuite bathrooms. There are plenty of activities on offer, from water-skiing, windsurfing and sailing, to traditional dhow trips to Lamu town.

• Accommodation 10 Cottages
• Location Manda Island, Kenya
• Getting there 8.5hr international flight, 1.5hr by light aircraft, then 20min by boat
• Children Welcome but no facilities except babysitting
• Paid activities Deep sea fishing, dhow trips, water-skiing, windsurfing, snorkelling
• Weather The Kenyan coast is best from Oct to Apr
• Other Manda Bay is closed mid May to mid Jul