About Lamu County

Lamu County is witnessing rapid development, with infrastructure improvements such as new roads and transport links connecting the mainland and islands to the rest of Kenya. This ongoing development makes it an ideal time to invest in farming, tourism, or real estate. Land values are expected to rise, making it a smart choice for investors seeking early entry into this emerging market.

The region’s land in Bargoni, Hindi, Mkowe, and the islands of Shela, Manda, and Lamu is fertile and ideal for various purposes. Whether you’re interested in agriculture, commercial ventures, or residential developments, Goland Fields Limited has the perfect land options for you.

Lamu Port

A new port facility in the northern coastal town of Lamu. The port's berths are 400 meters long and 17.5 meters deep, and can accommodate vessels with a capacity of over 10,000 

 LAPSSET  

The Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) project is large-scale infrastructure project that aims to develop Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Uganda through transportation and economic corridors. The project's centerpiece is the Port of Lamu, which is intended to be one of Africa's largest ports 

Nairobi to Mombasa (by Air or Road):

By Air: Taking a domestic flight from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Lamu Airport is the quickest option. This route is serviced by a number of airlines, and flights last one to one and a half hours.

By Road: Another option is to drive or take a long-distance bus from Nairobi to Mombasa, which will take you 8 to 10 hours.

Mombasa to Lamu (by Air or Bus):

By Air: You can fly domestically from Mombasa to Lamu Airport. It takes around an hour to complete the flight. There are numerous airlines that fly this route. You’ll need to take a quick boat journey across the canal from Lamu Airport to the Island, which lies close by.

By Bus and Boat: Alternatively, you can take a bus or taxi from Mombasa to the coastal town of Mokowe, which is the gateway to Lamu Island. The journey takes around 6-8 hours. From Mokowe, you can catch a boat (usually a dhow) to Lamu Town on Lamu Island. The boat ride is a scenic and traditional way to arrive on the island.

 Lamu, town, port, and island in the Indian Ocean off the East African coast, 150 miles (241 km) north-northeast of Mombasa. It is administered as part of Kenya. The port lies on the southeastern shore of the island. A former Persian, then Zanzibari, colony, Lamu Island rivaled Mombasa until the late 19th century as an entrepôt for gold, spices, and slaves. The town of Lamu, the oldest of its kind still in existence in Kenya, is one of the best-preserved examples of Swahili culture in East Africa and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001. The town and island are popular tourist destinations 

 Lamu consists of four main indigenous communities: the Bajuni, Sanye, Aweer and Orma. The Bajuni, who are the largest in population of the four groups, trace their origins to diverse groups, primarily Bantu and Arab descent. They mainly derive their livelihoods on fishing, farming, and more recently tourism-related activities. The Orma are pastoralist, while the Cushitic Sanye and Aweer are hunter-gathers primarily living off the forest resources and farming. The Aweer are the smallest of the four groups in population. 

Lamu is famous for its Maulidi celebrations, which mark the birth of the Prophet Mohamed. The month-long celebration of Maulid climaxes in a three-day festival organised by religious leaders and the National Museum of Kenya. The festival brings visitors and pilgrims to Lamu from far afield for recitals of praise poems, music and dances, calligraphy and art exhibits, dhow and donkey races, swimming competitions and finally a lively parade or zeffe that winds through the narrow alleyways of the town, lined by cheering crowds.