Kipungani Explorer

About Kipungani Explorer

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You reach Kipungani Explorer by a flight to Manda Island and then a boat transfer to the lodge which is on the southwest of Lamu Island. Kipungani Explorer is set on the edge of a bay and at the end of a 12 kilometre long beach. Not only does this lodge offer a lovely 600 metre long beach and great swimming and snorkelling facilities, it also has a great link with the local community.

Kipungani Explorer has 14 simple but comfortable wood and thatch chalets. The bathrooms are en-suite, with showers and flush loos. Each of the chalets has a king-size bed (with mosquito netting) and the furniture is locally made from local materials such as mangrove wood and palm. They also have a beach-facing verandah with cosy chairs from where you can sit and enjoy a sundowner.

There is a lounge and terrace with hanging moon-beds and driftwood furniture. The dining room looks out to a small garden and across to the ocean. The meals served are usually based on freshly caught seafood. There is also a library and small shop.
The electricity is from a generator, and there is marine radio connection to phones in Lamu Town.

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Highlights and information

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Highlights

Isolated and scenic beachfront property.
Great links with the local community.
Wide range of water and land based activities.
Great for seafood.

Situation

Kipungani Explorer is set on the edge of a bay and at the end of a 12 kilometre long beach on the southwest of Lamu Island.

Activities

Lodge activities (book direct)include snorkelling; diving (November to March/April); sailing in an Arab dhow; kayaking and windsurfing in Lamu channel; deep-sea fishing; turtle tours; visits to Kipungani village where the local people can take you fishing or prawn-netting in Dadori Nature Reserve or show you some of their traditional skills such as boat building or mat-weaving.

Facilities

14 simple but comfortable wood and thatch ensuite chalets with beach-facing verandah. There is a lounge and terrace, the dining room looks out across to the ocean and there is also a library and small shop. Swimming pool.

Child policy

The camp accepts children from 2 years of age upwards

Open

Closed April - June

Best time

Kenya's main rainy season runs from April until the beginning of June. There is also a short rainy season in November.

Meals

Full board including afternoon tea.

Pricing guidelines for Kenya

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We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

International flights will add from about £400 to £800 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). Kenya combines well with Tanzania or Uganda.

For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

Example tripPrice per person
1 week safari using small good quality lodges or tented campsBetween £2000 and £3000
2 week safari using small good quality lodges or tented campsBetween £4000 and £5000
2 week safari and beach holidayBetween £3000 and £4000
1 week on Lamu IslandFrom about £1500+