Takwa Ruins Manda Island Historical Day Tour Lamu

Takwa Ruins Manda Island Historical Day Tour Lamu is an excursion to the historical site of the Takwa settlement, situated on the south side of Manda Island, in the Lamu District, in the coastal province of Kenya.

Manda Island, where Takwa ruins are found, is one of the 4 main Islands of the Lamu archipelago. The others are Lamu Island, Pate Island, and Kiwayu Island. Takwa settlement, an ancient Swahili village on Manda Island, was founded around the 15th century.

It was abandoned in the 17th century due to the salination of the once-fresh water and to endless fighting between the Takwa and Pate people. Manda Island is a 30-minute boat ride from neighboring Lamu (9.2 km away).

Once you arrive at the ruins, the guided adventure begins with a walk across a raised walkway, above the mangroves. Once you reach the ruins, you will receive a guided tour and information about the history of the village’s buildings, which are mostly in ruins.

Later, you walk to see the coastline and the stunning view of the ocean from a dune. This is a half-day trip, and it can be organized by speedboat or dhow (30 minutes), depending on the tide.

Takwa Ruins Manda Island Historical Day Tour Lamu is an excursion to the historical site of the Takwa settlement, situated on the south side of Manda Island, in the Lamu District, in the coastal province of Kenya. Manda Island, where Takwa ruins are found, is one of the 4 main Islands of the Lamu archipelago.

The others are Lamu Island, Pate Island, and Kiwayu Island. Takwa settlement, an ancient Swahili village on Manda Island, was founded around the 15th century. It was abandoned in the 17th century due to the salination of the once-fresh water and to endless fighting between the Takwa and Pate people.

The ruins were first excavated by James Kirkman in 1951, and in 1972, further clearing of the site was carried out under the supervision of James de Vere Allen. They were gazetted as a National Monument in 1982. The ruins nest amidst giant baobab trees.

The Great Mosque at Takwa is relatively well preserved. The other important structure remaining is the Pillar Tomb, which has an inscription dated 1681-1682. Manda Island is a 30-minute boat ride from neighboring Lamu (9.2 km away).

Once you arrive at the ruins, the guided adventure begins with a walk across a raised walkway, above the mangroves. Once you reach the ruins, you will receive a guided tour and information about the history of the village’s buildings, which are mostly in ruins.

Later, you walk to see the coastline to see a stunning view of the ocean from a sand dune. This is a half-day trip, and it can be organized by speedboat or dhow (30 minutes), depending on the tide.

Takwa Ruins, Manda Island, Historical Day Tour Lamu Rates Include:

✓ Picnic lunch is optional
✓ All applicable entrance fees
✓ Return boat transfers from Lamu Island, Kiwayu Island, or Manda Island

Notes
* Takwa Ruins is a historical site owned and managed by the National Museums of Kenya
* The Ruins of Takwa are located on Manda Island, a 30-minute boat ride from Lamu town. Here, one can witness the remains of a thriving 16th-century Swahili trading town.

Takwa Ruins, Manda Island, Historical Day Tour, Lamu Rates Do Not Include

* International Airfare
* Cost of obtaining a passport and visas
* Gratuity for your professional boat driver guide
* Personal expenses such as traveling insurance, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include laundry, emails, faxes, and phone calls, beverages including luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, and wines during meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary

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