Jahazi House
Lamu, Kenya
Lamu, Kenya
This stunning authentically Swahili house is named after the historical sailing dhows that brought Lamu its trading wealth. As you lounge on the private beach and look out into sea, you can spot the traditional dhows coming and going as they drop off fresh fish to the local market. Designed in the quintessential Swahili architecture, this house is built around a central courtyard which holds the very private swimming pool, which acts as a natural coolant to the bedrooms which open out onto it.
It is hard to feel anything other than completely relaxed at Jahazi house, as a cook, a room/table steward, and a laundress eliminate your stresses and take over looking after you during your stay. There are no cars and no roads on Lamu island, only donkey trails, boat rides and leisurely beach strolls. Take out the houses private 38-foot dhow for daytrips, lunch, or some particularly picturesque sundowners.
Take a dip in the turquoise waters of the courtyard plunge pool, shaded by the resident palm tree, and lit by candles at night.
Plan a day out on the water, exploring Lamu's offshore reefs - perfect for snorkelling - and equipped for waterskiing and wakeboarding.
Cruise around the bay on Jahazi's dhow sailboat, with a glass of wine in hand, to see the Kenyan sun set over the island.
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I went on an adventure of a lifetime to Kenya, planned by True Travel. Borana was the perfect introduction to Africa – the staff were fantastic, the lodge very comfortable and I had amazing wildlife sightings. Then the helicopter flight and night out with Andrew (the real Crocodile Dundee) was an experience of a lifetime; we went scorpion hunting, crocodile catching, swimming in lakes and flew over flamingos. All in all, everything was fantastically planned and the service was brilliant. I’m looking forward to the next adventure!
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