How far is it from Watamu to Lamu Archipelago?

The distance between Watamu and Lamu Archipelago is 181 km.

How do I travel from Watamu to Lamu Archipelago without a car?

The best way to get from Watamu to Lamu Archipelago without a car is to bus and travel which takes 3h 8m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Watamu to Lamu Archipelago?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Watamu to Lamu Archipelago, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lamu Archipelago?

There are 87+ hotels available in Lamu Archipelago.

Watamu to Lamu Archipelago - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Watamu to Lamu Archipelago by plane, unknown, or bus

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1. Fly from Malindi (MYD) to Lamu Airport (LAU)plane MYD - LAU
2. Walk from Lamu Airport (LAU) to Lamu Archipelagounknown
1h 15m
Bus, travel
1. Take the bus from Malindi to Lamubus
2. Walk from Lamu to Lamu Archipelagounknown
3h 8m

Malindi (MYD) to Lamu Airport (LAU) flights

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30 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.5 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Watamu, Kenya and Lamu Archipelago, Kenya?

There is no direct connection from Watamu to Lamu Archipelago. However, you can take the taxi to Malindi (MYD) airport, fly to Lamu Airport (LAU), then travel to Lamu Archipelago. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Watamu to Lamu Archipelago via Malindi and Lamu in around 3h 8m.

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