If eating, drinking, swimming, reading and sleeping are not enough to satisfy the soul then there is plenty more to do. We have one boat, 'Diamond', which does airport transfers. She is also available for hire to go to Shela and Lamu.

Around
Shela village is only a 5 minute boat ride away across the channel, there are a few restaurants here and the famous Peponi Hotel where you can go for drinks and food. There are also 3 good shops selling local gifts.

Lamu, the oldest town in East Africa is more of a working town, you can visit the market and wander around the narrow bustling streets, visit the Swahili museum eat and drink locally and generally get a feel for this Muslim island town. It takes 30 minutes to get to Lamu town.

Snorkelling
Diamond Beach Village has a small coral reef conveniently situated a stones throw from the beach. It is a safe and easy way for kids of all ages to view the underwater world. There is a vast array of colourful fish that inhabit this reef and everyday there is something new to see. Snorkeling trips can also be arranged to a larger reef which is an hour and a half boat ride away. If you are lucky you will see schools of dolphins playing around the boat. Snorkeling is tide dependant.

“Thank you to everyone for making us feel so at home here – we had a brilliant time and enjoyed the beach, snorkelling, tractor rides as well as all the other entertainment provided! It’s a really lovely, beautiful place and we wish you all the best for the future.”
Natalie (UK)

Walking
A 10 minute walk along the shore line leads you to the point of Manda where the open sea meets the island. Along the way it is possible to see the colonial history of Lamu district evident in the ruins with rusty cannons inside. Dhows sail past but it is unlikely you will meet another person on this rugged stretch of coast. Our resident dog’s, Mambo and Diamond, will keep you company and amused as they chase crabs along the way.
You can also take a guided walk to the ruins of an old Swahili settlement, Takwa, which was built in the 16th century. This walk takes you through the heart of the island where dig dig (small deer) roam. You also pass the quarry where locals cut out the coral by hand for their traditional building blocks.

Windsurfing
The channel that divides Lamu from Manda provides the ideal opportunity for windsurfing. You can guarantee the wind will pick up at midday making perfect conditions for windsurfing. Lessons and equipment are available from Shela. Another sport that is becoming popular is kite surfing; the conditions are ideal so bring your equipment as there is none to hire.

Sailing
Sailing is the traditional mode of transport along the east African coast. The beautifully crafted dhows with their huge sails are a great way to get around. Sailing through the channel is a wonderful way to view the African sunset. Hire Ronaldo our dhow to take you sunset sailing, on day trips snorkeling, right around the Lamu island or further a field to Kiwayu.

Fishing
For those who like to pass the days fishing then this is the place to hand line off the beach or from the back of the boat on the way to Lamu or Shela. For the more enthusiastic, trips can be arranged to the open ocean either on a dhow or on a modern speed boat with all the top of the range equipment. Anything caught can be cooked just the way you like it by our chefs.

“To all the team at Diamond Beach.
Thank you so much for making us feel so at home. This is a beautiful place. I will miss my early morning swims (with Mambo keeping me company).
I have had an amazing time.”
Jo (UK)