Reviewed 18 Sep 2010 by Aoibheann Kelly
It was just incredible- I honestly, honestly mean that and I can be very hard to please! I will never forget it and have come home feeling more rested and content than I have ever been before. It was the best start to married life for us we could have possibly had.
(read full review)Reviewed 30 Oct 2010 by Katherine Ford
It was all memorable. We pretty much had the whole island to ourselves, total tranquility and relaxation. Rachael and the staff made the whole holiday unforgettable...10 out of 10. We have come back feeling completely relaxed.
(read full review)Reviewed 10 Jan 2010 by Anna Bradley
The most memorable part was our trip to mandatoto - a full day out on a dhow... a great day full of humour, with fantastic snorkelling and brilliant food (they caught a barracuda, marinated it and cooked it over charcoal on the boat)
(read full review)Reviewed 17 Oct 2009 by Liz Sippy
Rachael made us feel welcome from the moment we stepped off the boat that had collected us from the airstrip at Manda. We could have cocktails overlooking the Indian Ocean.
(read full review)Reviewed 24 Aug 2009 by Stuart West
This beach resort provided a wonderful haven of tranquillity at the end of our holiday. After 3 weeks travelling around, it could not have been a more perfect destination. We stayed one week, but wished it had been for longer.
(read full review)Reviewed 29 Mar 2009 by Frances and Eugene Carroll
We thoroughly enjoyed this holiday and it would be difficult to single out one part of it. The setting is amazing – white sand, warm sea, local fishermen – and an idyllic slow pace of life.
(read full review)Reviewed 20 Mar 2009 by Mike Leaback
This unique holiday had everything we wanted. Simple easygoing down to earth charm... The fantastic team works hard to make your stay a friendly, comfortable and idyllic experience.
(read full review)Imagine a white sand beach with a clear warm sea just yards from your 'banda', beautifully prepared meals - often fish that you have seen being brought out of the 'dhow' and up the beach by the fisherman.
(read full review)Reviewed 08 Sep 2009 by Deidre Rooke
This is a fantastic place, very chilled, very low-key and low-impact. The food is just wonderful and I think well priced actually. Rachael is the kind of host you dream about - very friendly very chilled and with a great team that cares about the resort and making the customers happy.
(read full review)Reviewed 18 Aug 2009 by Jenny Jannaway
The staff were wonderful and very helpful. Spent the days relaxing, reading and swimming.
(read full review)Reviewed 23 Mar 2009 by George Shaw
It was a fantastic resort made thorough persona by the wonderful management and staff. Too many memories to list, luminescence, dolphins at sunset, dhow tripping, awesome food and PEACE and quiet!
(read full review)Reviewed 08 Dec 2008 by Claire Wyatt
Perfection! We had the most wonderful time. It was a proper Robinson Crusoe experience with a deserted, perfect beach, beautiful and simple accommodation, super friendly and helpful staff, a real community feeling
(read full review)Reviewed 28 Oct 2008 by Drew Maxted
We were in the treehouse and this was the most amazing experience - having the tree trunks coming through the window! The staff and surroundings were fantastic, daily sunsets were unforgettable!
(read full review)Reviewed 15 Oct 2008 by Ilan Bub
It was just what I was looking for. Relaxing, friendly, not very expensive, not to many people but also not boring.
(read full review)Reviewed 23 Sep 2008 by Raymond Mcevoy
Everything was memorable about our stay. Staying in the treehouse for 5 nights, our family felt like Swiss Family Robinson. Seeing phosphorescence sparkling in the moonlight when the tide came up to the entrance of the village was magical.
(read full review)Reviewed 31 Oct 2008 by Jonathan Post
The dhow trip to Manda Toto was probably the best break from routine (if you can call swimming, lying in a hammock reading, walking on the beach, enjoying great food and the excellent bar "routine") but this is not an activity holiday venue; the highlight is just being there and chilling out.
(read full review)Reviewed 10 Jan 2008 by Tom Butler
Very good, well organised, considering that they are on a desert island with no natural fresh water and every single thing has to be shipped in.
(read full review)Reviewed 15 Aug 2007 by Adam Brocklehurst
This is the ultimate' away from it all ' rustic luxury very very friendly welcoming people, just one big family. The best part for me will be going back to see my new friends very soon.
(read full review)Reviewed 22 Aug 2007 by Nina m Birkeland
We spent some of this time just swimming in the Indian Ocean which is just a few metres from the place; taking walks on the long beach; picking shells; and enjoying a cold Tusker overlooking the ocean in the evenings before dinner.
(read full review)Reviewed 06 Apr 2007 by Colin Brook
From the first swim of the day in the lovely warm waters of the Indian Ocean, to sitting on a swing seat reading or dozing through the hottest part of the day, to strolling along Shela beach at sunset, to the first caipirinha of the day!
(read full review)Reviewed 04 Jan 2007 by Anne-Marie Schryer-Roy
A great place to sit back, relax and enjoy the beach and the sun. The staff there are extremely friendly and always willing to help out. The location is beautiful, and being able to eat at the restaurant overlooking the Indian Ocean was definitely a great advantage.
(read full review)Reviewed 09 Nov 2007 by DJ van Wyk
The remote location and tranquil surroundings were incredible. The setting is truly idyllic and highly recommended. People are friendly and the environment safe.
(read full review)Reviewed 06 Oct 2006 by Kate Barker
The most memorable part was snorkelling off a small desert island called Manda Toto, sailing in the dhows and the beautiful beach on Manda Island. The sheer peace and quiet of the village and waking up in the morning in my banda seeing blue sky outside.
(read full review)Reviewed 04 Jan 2006 by Ty Coxston
Memorable or exciting part - the people. No doubt. They will be in our hearts always. We would give it 6 stars if possible. But I guess I will have to settle with 5* !
(read full review)Reviewed 02 Dec 2006 by Marjorie Stevens
The most memorable part was sitting at a table, by the beach, watching the dhow sail past as the sun was setting. I would return to this Village because it was so relaxing and quiet.
(read full review)Reviewed 02 Dec 2005 by Zoe Whitelaw
We very much enjoyed our holiday to Kenya and the week on Lamu. This accommodation is situated in an excellent location and made a very nice contrast with staying in Lamu Town...Overall, an excellent holiday.
(read full review)Reviewed 05 Jan 2005 by Paula Churchward
We are back from what was a splendid honeymoon in Kenya. We had fun in Nairobi and did some trips to Nakuru National Park and the Elephant Orphanage while we were there.
(read full review)Reviewed 11 Feb 2005 by Dani Church
The Banda's which we stayed in are great. Really simple but very clean, all built out of local material. It's a perfect place to get away from it all. The Kenyan staff were so friendly, they went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable.
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