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Kizingo lodge lamu
The lodge is situated on the island of Lamu off the coast of Kenya.
Kizingo lodge Lamu is
reached by scheduled daily 1 hour flights from Nairobi or 30 minutes
from Mombasa, then a half hour boat ride from the airstrip on Manda
Island.
Kizingo lodge Lamu is the ultimate no news, no shoes beach resort - a
wonderful secluded and tranquil escape from the modern world. Owned and
run by Mary Jo and Louis Van Aardt, the lodge is situated at one end of
a spectacular 12 kilometre beach that stretches from Kizingo point to
the fashionable village of Shela.
Guests may opt for private dining on the balcony of their banda or join
other guests in the bar and the dining room. The chefs prepare delicious
lunches and dinners using only the freshest local produce such as red
snapper, crab and lobster, all served with locally-grown vegetables and
salads.
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There are fine wines
from South Africa, Chile and Italy. Alex, the barman, will mix fabulous
cocktails, in particular Dawa using local fresh limes or a Lala Salama,
both of which guarantee a sound night’s sleep.
Kizingo lodge Lamu has
six beautifully appointed bandas (thatched cottages), set well apart
from each other, each with a balcony and uninterrupted views of the
ocean.
All Bandas have a large
double bed draped with mosquito netting and comfortable chairs for
lounging. Bamboo screens unfurl to give complete privacy. The en suite
bathroom is well appointed with loo, hot water shower, washing basin and
dressing area.
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, turtle watching, fishing, sunset
Dhow trips and cycle rides to the friendly African villages on the
mainland.
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