Kizingo

Kizingo is the ultimate 'no news, no shoes' beach resort - a wonderful secluded and tranquil escape from the modern world.

The lodge is situated at one end of a spectacular 12 km beach that stretches from Kizingo (which means 'the point' in Swahili) to the fashionable village of Shela. Kizingo has eight beautifully appointed bandas (thatched cottages), set well apart from each other. In the early morning you can enjoy tea in bed and watch fishing dhows tack south to Malindi.

Guests can be as private or as social as they wish, opting to enjoy fine dining on the balcony of their banda or join other guests in the bar and the dining room with their magnficent views across the bay to mainland Kenya where giant baobab trees spread into the brilliant blue sky.

The swimming is excellent, both in the Indian Ocean and in the calm waters of the channel that separates Lamu from the mainland. For the more energetic there is a big choice of activities including a guided tour of historic Lamu Town, excellent snorkelling, the chance to swim with dolphins in the winter months and cycle rides to friendly African villages on the mainland.

There are 8 very spacious en-suite bandas with high-pitched thatched roofs and shaded balconies right on the beach. Each has a large double bed romantically draped with mosquito netting and comfortable chairs for lounging. Bamboo screens unfurl to give complete privacy.

The restaurant overlooks the Indian Ocean - fish and seafood are the specialities, red snapper, crab and lobster, all served with locally-grown vegetables and salads.

Rates Include

All meals and return boat transfers are included.

Children Policy

Children of any age are welcome. Rates available on request.

General Information For Guests

The 8 bandas (thatched cottages) are spacious and boasts high-pitched thatched roofs with shaded balconies and are all en-suite. Each room has a king sized double bed romantically draped with mosquito netting.

Limited Wi-Fi (morning and evening) in the bar/dining room areas only.

The Kizingo bar is available to guests and is also the local pub for the small community of people that have homes next door.

Kizingo restaurant offers set menus and cater for guest with special dietary requirements, food allergies or on gluten free diets.

There are a choice of activities including a guided tour of historic Lamu town, snorkelling, the opportunity to swim with dolphins in the Winter months and cycle rides to friendly African villages on the mainland.

Credit cards are accepted.

You are transferred to the hotel by boat. Please note that you may be required to wade to/from the transfer boat depending on the tide. Please ensure that you are prepared and correctly dressed for this - therefore sandals and easy roll up trousers or shorts are advised.

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