Manda Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya. The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.
Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya. The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.
It is also possible to walk above/through the mangrove forests on some wooden bridges that have been built.
A large portion of Manda Island is covered in mangrove forests, and it is possible to kayak through them during high tide.
Lamu House Hotel

Lamu House Hotel

4 out of 5
Kenyatta Road Lamu
The price is ฿4,734 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿4,734
฿5,586 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lamu Museum and Lamu Fort are located nearby.
Lamu House Hotel
The Majlis Hotel

The Majlis Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Ras Kitau Bay Manda Island
The price is ฿16,105 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
฿16,105
฿19,004 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Manda Island. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Manda Beach and Shela Beach are located ...
The Majlis Hotel
Kijani Hotel

Kijani Hotel

3 out of 5
Off Corniche Path, Shela Village Lamu
The price is ฿7,247 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
฿7,247
฿8,552 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lamu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Shela Beach and Manda Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
Nothing to dislike about this hotel, we had an amazing stay and would definitely stay there again if we find ourselves back in Lamu.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Kijani Hotel
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Wellness Kibanda

Wellness Kibanda

2 out of 5
Shella Village Lamu Lamu County
Stay at this beach holiday home in Lamu. Enjoy a full-service spa, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shela Beach and Manda Beach are located ...
Wellness Kibanda
Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10

Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10

2 out of 5
Manda Island Lamu County
Stay at this holiday home in Manda Island. Popular attractions Manda Beach and Shela Beach are located nearby.
Amani House 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10
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Popular places to visit

Manda Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Manda Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Manda Island.

Manda Beach

Takwa Ruins

You can find out about the history of Manda Island with a trip to Takwa Ruins.

Takwa Ruins