Kiwayu
My Safari
Located on the mainland to the north of Lamu Island and opposite Manda Island, this is a family owned lodge situated in a sheltered bay on the edge of the Indian Ocean. Across the dunes lie the Dodori and Boni game reserves and few places in the world can boast such seclusion. As a beach destination it is simply stunning.
There are 18 luxurious traditional styled thatch bandas spread along the sandy shoreline with woven matting floors and palm thatch roofs. They each offer a spacious bedroom with king size bed and locally made furniture, dressing area and open air en-suite bathroom with twin basins, shower with solar heated hot water, bidet and flushing toilet. Each has a veranda with panoramic views across the lagoon.
The lodge is exquisitely decorated. There is a shop, a central bar and dining room all built to blend into the natural surroundings. The food is excellent here with a definite Italian touch to the cuisine together with lots of fresh fruit and excellent fresh seafood.
Boat cruises offer a different perspective on the bush, allowing you to get much closer to much of the wild life.
Serious game fishing in Kenya is restricted to off-shore, but inland there are still Tiger Fish, Catfish and Bream to be caught.
In addition to sporting activities such as horse riding, mountain biking and even marathon running Kenya also offers a wide range of water sports.
The perfect ending to an action-packed safari is a leisurely few days relaxing on an idyllic Indian Ocean beach.
There are many lodges and hotels in Africa that positively encourage families with young children to stay - find out more by clicking here.
A safari and beach combination offers the perfect solution for adventurous newlyweds looking for something a bit different.
We think any opportunity to step outside the cosseted realm of the safari goer and into the real Africa should be taken if at all possible.
