Kizingo Lodge

Built specifically to not detract from the wonderful laid back surrounds, the main dining, bar and lounging structure is made from locally produced materials of mangrove poles, star palm leaves and coconut palms and makuti flooring. Thanks to a wonderful relationship with local farmers, food is locally sourced and much of the furniture in the lodge hand made. The bar and all inclusive dining area are charming and boast some fantastic views over the sand to the sea and across the bay to mainland Kenya.

Eight spacious banda cottages are spread across the dunes alongside the main dining area. Here it is all about true eco principals, with natural ventilation in the form of high pitched roofs, eco toilets (they don't smell) and all waste water is filtered and recycled in the gardens. All the rooms have large, comfy double beds, ensuite bathrooms and drop down bamboo screens for extra privacy. Quaint shaded verandahs and swing beds complete the perfect Robinson Crusoe beach hideaway.

Be as social or secluded as you wish at Kzingo. The large dining area allows you to interact with other guests, family style, or keep to your own company with a more intimate beach dinner. Swimming is a highlight and the channel waters are fantastic at low tide for kids to splash about in. There is also kite surfing and snorkelling, as well as the chance to swim with dolphins in their natural environment. And, from October to June, green turtles will often line the shores to nest. Time it right and you could participate in and learn from The Lamu Marine Conservation Project at the different nesting sites along the beach.