Lamu, the oldest living town in Kenya lies on Lamu Island in the northern corner of Kenya. Lamu truly like a different country. More than 95% of the locals are Muslim, and youre just as likely to hear Arabic as Kiswahili.

Although the beaches near Lamu may be the best in all of Kenya, Lamu has not yet been over-developed, like Zanzibar. It still has the feel of a small town instead of a tourist trap.

As with any other town on the coast, or any in Kenya for that matter, remember to be considerate of the locals beliefs. When sunbathing or in your hotel, its not so important, but when youre in town, remember to dress conservatively, with tops that keep the shoulders covered, and skirts or pants that reach at least to the knees. Also, be aware that most people in Lamu and elsewhere on the coast do not want their picture taken. Always be considerate and ask permission first.

Lamu is 165 mi/265 km north of Mombasa.

Aberdare Mountains
Aberdare N.P.
Amobseli N.P.
Bungoma
Cherangani Hills
East of Lake Turkana
Eldoret
Embu
Hell's Gate N.P.
Isiolo
Kakamega
Kakamega Forest Reserve
Kericho
Kilifi
Kisumu
Kitale
Lake Baringo
Lake Bogoria N.P.
Lake Bogoria National Reserve
Lake Elmenteita
Lake Naivasha
Lake Nakuru N.P.
Lake Turkana
Lake Victoria
Lamu
Longonot N.P.
Malindi
Maralal
Masai Mara N.R.
Maweni Beach cottages- Tiwi
Meru
Mombasa
Mount Kenya N.P.
Mt Elgon National Park
Mt. Kilimanjaro
Nairobi
Nairobi N.P.
Naivasha
Nakuru
Nanyuki
Naro Moru
North of Mombasa
Nyahururu (Thomson's Falls)
Nyeri
Samburu & Buffalo Springs N.P.
Shimoni and Wasini Island
The Aberdares
Tsavo N.P.
Watamu
Webuye
West of Lake Turkana