Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Manda Island March 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Manda Island](https://expedia.ca/Manda-Island-Hotels.d634879081538314240.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Manda Island Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Manda-Island.d634879081538314240.Car-Rental-Guide)[Manda Island Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Manda-Island.d634879081538314240.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Manda Island ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Manda Island Types of activities [Manda Island travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Manda-Island.dx634879081538314240) ![Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya. The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449858/5f333849-5e1e-4c35-82d4-bb51ce0eeb56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya. The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449858/5f333849-5e1e-4c35-82d4-bb51ce0eeb56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![It is also possible to walk above/through the mangrove forests on some wooden bridges that have been built.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449858/4329569a-0e8f-46a5-b3fa-da3fcc1d56f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#BeachTips - Manda Island is in Lamu Province in Kenya across the harbour from the UNESCO World Heritage site of Lamu Town. To get to Manda Island, you land on an airstrip and have to take a boat to Diamond Beach Village. The boat pulls up onto this beach and you grab your bag and head off to your personal grass hut. Because this beach is almost on the Equator, the sand is boiling hot! You cannot walk across the sand in barefeet; you need to wear sandals. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635125786549/8f3d1426-923e-4ea7-8617-22a02187706b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A large portion of Manda Island is covered in mangrove forests, and it is possible to kayak through them during high tide.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449858/475a7d2f-b36a-4259-b0f6-e15b3705a8ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Manda Island Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Manda Island has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Manda Island is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Manda Island to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Manda Island Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Manda Island. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_634879081538314240) ## Recommended things to do in Manda Island | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Lamu dhow Sunset Cruise](/things-to-do/lamu-dhow-sunset-cruise.a52171532.activity-details): CA $48 | | Top 5 things to do | [Beginner Swahili Woodcarving Classes with Woman Woodcarver](/things-to-do/beginner-swahili-woodcarving-classes-with-woman-woodcarver.a51798388.activity-details)[Lamu: Old Town Tour, Swahili Lunch, and Sunset Dhow Cruise](/things-to-do/lamu-old-town-tour-swahili-lunch-and-sunset-dhow-cruise.a51961489.activity-details)[Lamu dhow Sunset Cruise](/things-to-do/lamu-dhow-sunset-cruise.a52171532.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Beginner Swahili Woodcarving Classes with Woman Woodcarver](/things-to-do/beginner-swahili-woodcarving-classes-with-woman-woodcarver.a51798388.activity-details)[Lamu dhow Sunset Cruise](/things-to-do/lamu-dhow-sunset-cruise.a52171532.activity-details) | | With kids | [Lamu: Old Town Tour, Swahili Lunch, and Sunset Dhow Cruise](/things-to-do/lamu-old-town-tour-swahili-lunch-and-sunset-dhow-cruise.a51961489.activity-details)[Lamu dhow Sunset Cruise](/things-to-do/lamu-dhow-sunset-cruise.a52171532.activity-details) | ## What to do in Manda Island --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Manda Island #### Manda Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Manda Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Manda Island. [](https://expedia.ca/Manda-Beach-Manda-Island.d6101812.Vacation-Attraction) #### Takwa Ruins You can find out about the history of Manda Island with a visit to Takwa Ruins. [](https://expedia.ca/Takwa-Ruins-Manda-Island.d553248635998061929.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Manda Island ![Manda Island is a secluded island off the coast of Lamu, Kenya. The perfect place to relax and spend wonderful afternoons enjoying the cool ocean breeze while lounging on these bed swings.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000449858/5f333849-5e1e-4c35-82d4-bb51ce0eeb56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Manda Island ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Manda Island worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Manda Island? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Manda Island? ### Is three days enough to stay in Manda Island? ### What are some activities to do in Manda Island with kids? > - [Lamu: Old Town Tour, Swahili Lunch, and Sunset Dhow Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lamu-old-town-tour-swahili-lunch-and-sunset-dhow-cruise.a51961489.activity-details) > - [Lamu dhow Sunset Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lamu-dhow-sunset-cruise.a52171532.activity-details) ### What to do in Manda Island for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Manda Island? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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