How do you get to Chale Island?
Getting here
- From Nairobi, Chale Island is just a short 3 hour hop away – including a one hour domestic flight from Nairobi to Ukunda, followed by a 30 – minute ride to Chale Island.
- From abroad, most major European and African airports offer direct flights to Nairobi.
How do you get to Chale Island from Diani?
There is no direct connection from Diani Beach to Chale Island. However, you can take the drive to Likoni, take the car ferry to Mombasa, take the drive to Mombasa airport, fly to Ukunda, then take the travel to Chale Island.
Is Lamu Island safe?
Lamu Island was an integral part of a Kenyan adventure for many decades, but safety concerns have deterred visitors in recent years. In 2020, the foreign office announced that it would no longer advise against travel to Lamu Island, and it is now deemed safe to visit this equatorial oasis.
What is unusual about Lamu Island?
Founded in the 14th century, Lamu is the best-preserved Swahili settlement in East Africa. Over the centuries, the island has been inhabited by Asians, Persians, Indians, Europeans and Kenyans, and as a result it has a unique charm of blended cultures.
Can you drive to Chale Island?
You can reach Chale Island by car from Diani, there are 10 km . To get to the island from the mainland, you can either get a boat ride or a tractor ride if the tide is low.
Who owns Voyager Beach?
Silver Holdings Limited
It was opened in 1996 owned by Silver Holdings Limited and managed by Heritage Hotels. It has 236 guest rooms with a bed capacity of more than 400 guests and a total work force of 288 staff for its operations.
How do you get from Chale Island to Mombasa?
The best way to get from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to Chale Island without a car is to Private Transfer which takes 1h 58m and costs $24 – $70.
Why do people go to Lamu?
Once popular with tourists as a retreat for writers, yoga enthusiasts and hippy types, Lamu Island has an enthralling history, culture and landscape. It is easy to see how many writers were entranced by it’s alleyways, deserted beaches and slow pace of life.
How many people live on Lamu?
Situated 341 kilometres (212 mi) by road northeast of Mombasa that ends at Mokowe Jetty, from where the sea channel has to be crossed to reach Lamu Island. It is the headquarters of Lamu County and a UNESCO World Heritage Site….
| Lamu | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1370 |
| Population (2019) | |
| • Total | 25,385 |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
Do people still live in Lamu Old Town?
Lamu Old Town, the principal inhabited part of the island, is one of the oldest and best-preserved Swahili settlements in East Africa.. This city has had civilians living in it for over seven hundred years, while most of the other East African settlements along the coast do not have inhabitants.
How do I get to Chale Island from Ukunda?
There is no direct connection from Ukunda to Chale Island. However, you can take the drive to Likoni, take the car ferry to Mombasa, take the drive to Mombasa airport, fly to Ukunda, then take the travel to Chale Island.
Does Voyager have a gym?
“Mini Gymnasium and weightlifting centre” is how the Voyager describes its facilities in its own brochure, please have a look at the video on You Tube and see if you think this is accurate.
