Lamu travel guide
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You're Going to Love Lamu
With a population of 24,525, Lamu is the largest city in Lamu, Kenya by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lamu has to offer.
When to visit Lamu
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lamu in March, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 24 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 299 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Lamu, with an average rainfall of 3 mm.
How to Get to Lamu
Plane
When flying to Lamu, you’ll arrive at Lamu (LAU), which is located 2 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Lamu is to pick up a car hire from Mombasa, which is about 150 miles from Lamu. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Mombasa.
Airlines serving Lamu
Where to stay in Lamu
Average rates range from around £110 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £64 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lamu
Most booked hotels in Lamu
Hiring a car in Lamu
Expect to pay £1.20 per litre in Lamu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £14.35 and £19.13.