Mbali TutuweniLamu, Kenya

Information

Everything you need to know about the house, amenities, eco features and local highlights.

The house

Mbali sits around 1.5 miles along the beach and sleeps 8 adults comfortably, with 4 large en suite double bedrooms plus 1 en suite twin bedroom best suited to children. The house includes a large mess banda, dining table, bar, sofas, games table, library, rooftop dining area, terraces, sun loungers and shaded outdoor living spaces.

Amenities

Hot and cold showers, chef-prepared meals, daily housekeeping, laundry, lockboxes and 24-hour staff support.

  • A private boat is available for airport transfers, island trips and fishing excursions
  • Beach and house games, fishing equipment, snorkelling gear and beach towels are available for guests
  • Request a masseuse at the house
  • Request a yoga teacher at the house or join in at the local hotel

Eco features

House built from local materials, solar power, solar-pumped well water, hot and cold showers, and garden water reuse.

Morning beach walk near Mbali TutuweniMess banda interior at MbaliMaster banda double bedroom

Local highlights

  • Lamu Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Dhow sailing, fishing and sunset cocktails
  • Snorkelling, dolphins and fishing
  • Mangroves, birdwatching and dune sundowners
  • Turtles laying and hatching on the beach (if lucky)
  • Kite surfing from local hotel
  • Yoga at the house or local hotel
  • Various Festivals to visit through the year
  • Lovely beaches and swimming spots
  • Delicious cuisine at restaurants and hotels in Shela, Lamu Town, Mainland and Manda Island

Map: Mbali Tutuweni, Lamu Island, Kenya

Thatched bandas at MbaliDhow sailing near Lamu TownAerial view of Mbali Tutuweni on Lamu Island