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Ras Kitau, Manda Island

The Majlis Resort

A polished beach resort on Manda Island’s Ras Kitau shore, facing Shela across the channel. Spacious rooms and suites, three pools, broad sands and full-service dining make it a dependable choice for couples and families who want resort comfort, water-based activities and straightforward boat access to Shela and Lamu Town.

Area: Ras Kitau, Manda Island. Beach relationship: beachfront.

The Majlis occupies the Ras Kitau shore of Manda Island, across the channel from Lamu and Shela. The setting gives guests a proper beach-resort base while keeping the archipelago’s historic towns and dhow routes within easy reach by boat.

Why Wilderness Alternative might select it

It is a strong choice when travellers want Lamu’s culture and sailing without giving up pools, generous rooms and a self-contained resort. Families and couples can be accommodated comfortably within one property.

Rooms and layout

Current categories include Garden Superior and Sea View Deluxe rooms, connecting Family rooms, two-bedroom Royal Suites and Junior Suites. Position and configuration should be matched to the group.

Beach, pool and dining

Two pools, beach access, restaurants, wellness and boat transfers support the stay. Excursions to Lamu Old Town, Shela and the wider archipelago are arranged separately.

Who it suits

Families, couples, honeymooners and guests wanting a polished beach base.

Trade-offs

The resort is on Manda rather than within Lamu Old Town or Shela, so every village visit involves a boat. Guests prioritising immediate cultural immersion may prefer an island-town property.

Planning this stay

Wilderness Alternative can include this property within a tailored Lamu beach, family or safari-to-island journey. Final room selection depends on party size, children, twin or double preference and current availability. Journey pricing varies by travel date, meal plan, room configuration and group size, so we quote the complete itinerary rather than publish an unstable room rate.