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Tusitiri Dhow

Lamu, Lamu Archipelago, Kenya, Africa

Dhows are traditional wooden sailing boats originally built for carrying exotic spices and goods along the Indian Ocean trade routes. Tusitiri Dhow was handcrafted in Lamu as a trading vessel over 50 years ago. She has since been meticulously restored and converted by her owners, and today she is a majestic and luxurious vessel offering dhow safaris in the Lamu archipelago in Kenya. Tusitiri is ideal for families or a group of friends wanting a unique and private experience amongst the beautiful and historic islands of the north Kenyan coast. The Tusitiri can be chartered on an exclusive basis for multi-night dhow safaris for up to 10 guests, taken for day trips (from 9.30 am until 6.30 pm) or sundowner excursions (from 4.30 pm until 9.30 pm) from Lamu Town for up to 25 guests.

Accommodates 10
Bedrooms 5
En-Suite Bathrooms 2

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BEDROOMS

Accommodates (max): 10
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Sleeping arrangements:
The cushioned seating area is replaced with double, twin, or single-star bed beds at nights
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Bathrooms: 2

features

Shaded dining area
Cushioned lounging areas for relaxing
Alfresco galley kitchen at the bow
Comfortable white linen bedrolls prepared on deck after dinner
Warm water open air shower
Dressing room with storage, mirrors and two wash basins (below deck)
Dressing room with changing area, shelves and hanging space for each guest and two day beds (below deck)
Traditional dhow W.C. (accessed from deck) and one flushing yacht W.C. (below deck)
Complementary laundry service (limited)
Small library of topical reference books
WiFi onboard (where signal is available)
An open Yamaha 31 ft deep sea fishing boat with 2 x 200 HP outboard engines
A 21 ft Yamaha speedboat for water sports
A 21 ft Yamaha tender for transfers and short excursions
Wake-board, water-skis, snorkelling equipment
Kayaks (on request)

Villa Services

Full board accommodation
House wines and spirits, beers and soft drinks
Local boat transfers
Wi-Fi onboard (where signal is available)
Laundry (limited)
2 hours per day on our speedboats (21ft 50hp and 23ft 85hp)
1 hour per day on the Express (31ft 400hp deep sea fishing boat), which can be accumulated during your stay

Concierge

Activities and excursions
Babysitting and au pair
Butler and/or chef
Dry cleaning
Personal security
Personal shopping
Personal trainer
Spa and beauty treatments
Villa pre-stocking

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What's Nearby

Sail on Tusitiri
Snorkel the coral reefs
Paddleboard in quiet lagoons and mangrove creeks
Deep-sea fishing and creek fishing
Water-ski and wake-board
Walk, relax and picnic on pristine beaches
Sundowner drinks on beaches or sand dunes
Explore the narrow streets and sites of Lamu and Shela, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Best arranged prior to arrival and incur an additional cost:
Scuba diving (very seasonal – by prior arrangement only)
Excursions to Kiwayu Marine Park
Cultural excursions to the ancient Takwa Ruins