Lamu, Watamu, Diani and Zanzibar: the whole Swahili coast in one journey.
The Swahili coast stretches along the Indian Ocean from Lamu in northern Kenya to Zanzibar and beyond. For centuries traders, sailors and scholars shaped a unique culture here, with its own language, architecture and food.
This 12-day journey takes you along the best of it: car-free Lamu, the reefs and ruins of Watamu, Mombasa's Fort Jesus, the white sand of Diani, and the spice island of Zanzibar. It's a beach holiday, a culture trip and a food tour in one.
Best time to goDecember to March and July to October.
Great forTravellers who love history, food, beaches and slow travel.
Day-by-day itinerary
- Fly to LamuArrive in Lamu and stroll the seafront.
- Lamu Old TownGuided walk and sunset dhow sail.
- Shela beachA slow day on Shela's beach and dunes.
- Fly to Malindi and WatamuSettle into Watamu.
- Watamu Marine Park and GedeSnorkel the reef and explore the Gede ruins.
- To MombasaFort Jesus and the Old Town on the way south.
- Diani BeachArrive in Diani and relax.
- Kisite-MpungutiDolphin dhow trip and Wasini Island.
- Fly to ZanzibarFly from Mombasa to Zanzibar and stay in Stone Town.
- Stone Town and spicesOld town walk and spice farm.
- NungwiTransfer north for beaches and snorkelling.
- DepartureFly home from Zanzibar.
Every Afritrek trip is private, so you can start on any date, add extra nights, and change any part of this plan.
What's included
Included
- Boat trips, park fees and guided visits listed in the itinerary
- Professional English-speaking guide for excursions
- Accommodation and meals as quoted
- All park and marine park fees on the itinerary
- Airport or station transfers
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides, boat crews and hotel staff
- Optional activities not listed, such as diving courses
- Drinks at hotels and lodges
