Full Moon House Shela Village Lamu Island is part of the Moon Houses which are privately owned. The house is located in the pristine village of Shela in Lamu Island off the northeastern coast of Kenya. Shela village is set on the edge of Shela Beach which is 13 kilometers long. Full Moon house in Shela was named by nocturnal fishermen for its guiding glow. It is built in pure Swahili Style and furnished with antiques.

Full Moon House can comfortably accommodate 6 guests. The house has a living area and 3 double rooms with en-suite bathrooms. One of the bedrooms can become a twin bedroom if needed.
The house is on a self-catering or catered basis where they can cook their own meals or have the cook prepare meals for them.
Guests can select their meals from the guideline menu and may enjoy their meals in the private dining area or on the terrace. The cooks, stewards, and managers are entirely devoted to your service.
Your cook is trained to do all your food errands and prepare all meals for you. You can select your meals from the guideline menu and you will be served in your private dining area. Food is charged at cost and recorded in a book of accounts.
Guests get to relax and awe at the breathtaking Lamu sun-downers or take trips on traditional Swahili dhows at their own pleasure. Full Moon House Shela Village Lamu Island has a large courtyard, as well as a swimming pool shared with Kiwandani house.
Items included in your stay include; Airport transfers, Cook, and 2 room stewards/waiters for every 3 guests, an On-location manager who can assist you to organize local activities, Laundry service & Wi-Fi.
The Moon Houses are the legacy of famous flying doctor Anne Spoerry, also known as Mama Daktari. One of the Moon Houses is still named Mama Daktari after the late doctor. Anne Spoerry’s Sailing Doctors was set up in her honor. Additionally, the Moon Houses supports various local initiatives, including another medical organization, called Safari Doctors.
Activities available in Lamu Include; Sunset Dhow, Visit to Lamu Old Town, Henna Party, Lamu National Museum, Clubbing, and Nightlife, Visit a Festival, Yoga, Takwa Ruins, Floating Bar, Snorkelling, etc
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Full Moon House Non-Residents Accommodation Prices
Non-Residents Accommodation Rates Per Night Include:
Airport transfers + Services of a Cook and 2 Room Stewards/ Waiters for every 3 Guests + Unlimited Wifi Internet Connection + Local Welcoming gifts & Laundry
Dates From |
Dates To | Per Guest (1 Guest ) |
Double 2 Guests |
Whole House 6 Guests |
Minimum No. of Nights |
11th Jan 2023 |
28th Feb 2023 | 110 US Dollars | 280 US Dollars | 720 US Dollars | Minimum 3 Nights Stay |
1st Mar 2023 | 5th Apr 2023 | 100 US Dollars | 270 US Dollars | 670 US Dollars |
Minimum 2 Nights Stay |
6th Apr 2023 |
10th Apr 2023 | 110 US Dollars | 280 US Dollars | 720 US Dollars | Minimum 3 Nights Stay |
11th Apr 2023 | 30th Jun 2023 | 100 US Dollars | 270 US Dollars | 670 US Dollars |
Minimum 2 Nights Stay |
1st Jul 2023 |
31st Aug 2023 | 110 US Dollars | 280 US Dollars | 720 US Dollars | Minimum 3 Nights Stay |
1st Sep 2023 | 19th Dec 2023 | 100 US Dollars | 270 US Dollars | 670 US Dollars |
Minimum 2 Nights Stay |
20th Dec 2023 |
10th Jan 2024 | 870 US Dollars | 870 US Dollars | 870 US Dollars |
Minimum 7 Nights Stay |
Notes
* 25% Deposit to make the reservation, 75% due prior to arrival
* Meal System: Self-catering. Cooks do all the shopping and cooking for the clients
* 20th December – 10th January 2024 bookings have fixed rates and also a minimum of 7 nights stay
* Full Moon House offers an on-location manager, will assist guests to organize all local activities (boat rentals, excursions, and tour guides) with the right people
Full Moon House Residents Accommodation Prices
Residents’ Accommodation Rates Per Night Include:
Airport transfers + Services of a Cook and 2 Room Stewards/ Waiters for every 3 Guests + Unlimited Wifi internet connection + Local Welcoming Gifts & Laundry
Dates From |
Dates To | Per Guest (1 Guest ) |
Double 2 Guests |
Whole House 6 Guests |
Minimum No. of Nights |
11th Jan 2023 |
28th Feb 2023 | 100 US Dollars | 260 US Dollars | 660 US Dollars | Minimum 3 Nights Stay |
1st Mar 2023 | 5th Apr 2023 | 90 US Dollars | 250 US Dollars | 610 US Dollars |
Minimum 2 Nights Stay |
6th Apr 2023 |
10th Apr 2023 | 100 US Dollars | 260 US Dollars | 660 US Dollars | Minimum 3 Nights Stay |
11th Apr 2023 | 30th Jun 2023 | 90 US Dollars | 250 US Dollars | 610 US Dollars |
Minimum 2 Nights Stay |
1st Jul 2023 |
31st Aug 2023 | 100 US Dollars | 260 US Dollars | 660 US Dollars | Minimum 3 Nights Stay |
1st Sep 2023 | 19th Dec 2023 | 90 US Dollars | 250 US Dollars | 610 US Dollars |
Minimum 2 Nights Stay |
20th Dec 2023 |
10th Jan 2024 | 790 US Dollars | 790 US Dollars | 790 US Dollars |
Minimum 7 Nights Stay |
Notes
* 25% Deposit to make the reservation, 75% due prior to arrival
* Meal System: Self-catering. Cooks do all the shopping and cooking for the clients
* 20th December – 10th January 2024 has fixed rates and also a minimum of 7 nights stay
* Full Moon House offers an on-location manager, will assist guests to organize all local activities (boat rentals, excursions, and tour guides) with the right people