~ WELCOME TO UZIO ~
Uzio House sits on the waterfront of Shela Village on Lamu Island. It boasts one of the most beautiful views on the island. Recently renovated to retain its Swahili character, it is full of traditional features like carved wooden doors and vidaka plasterworks. Uzio means "fish trap" in the local Swahili language.
~THE HOUSE~
Uzio House is laid out on three floors. The top floor of the main house features the master bedroom which spills onto a large veranda with great views of Manda Island and the Shela waterfront.
Below are two more bedrooms, an extensive dining area, a Swahili lounge and the veranda.
The ground floor has a well equipped kitchen and guest bathroom, where you will find one of Shela’s oldest vidakas. These lead onto an outside dining area full of vibrant bouganville and under the shade of our very own coconut palm tree.
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The gentle swoosh of waves and palm trees, the intoxicating charm and beauty of this traditional village, the lazy days spent on a white sandy beach looking at nothing more than puffy white clouds drifting by at the same pace as the picturesque sailing dhows, will give friends and families a holiday they will always remember. Come and experience a little piece of paradise
~GALLERY~
~THINGS TO DO~
Lamu Town Visit
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Lamu Town Visit
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Stroll around this timeless place. For the best experience aim to be there Monday to Thursday between 9am-12 noon
Sunset Sails
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Sunset Sails
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Take a traditional Mozambique dhow and explore the mangrove channels while the sun slowly dips into the ocean. A toolbox with drinks is highly recommended.
Manda Toto
Snorkelling
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Manda Toto
Day Trip
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A day trip to Manda Toto for snorkelling and a beach barbeque lunch. A donation of $5 is recommended for the Manda Toto Conservancy
Kinyika
Rock
Snorkelling
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Kinyika Rock
Excursion
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Boat trip to the famous Kinyika Rock for Snorkeling (and hopefully see some dolphins)
Kipungani
Beach
Walk
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Kipungani Beach
Walk
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Walk to Kipungani, on the other side of the island, and have lunch at Kizingo Lodge (3 to 4 hour walk on the beach). Make sure you organise a guide to take you and a speedboat for your return.
Takwa
Ruins
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Takwa Ruins
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A Historical trip to Takwa ruins. Takwa is the site of the remains of a thriving 15th - 16th century Swahili trading town before it was abandoned in the 17th century.
REVIEWS
“My favourite house in Shela, filled with gorgeous memories. The best location, best view, always a lovely breeze. And such lovely people!.”
~ THE UZIO TEAM ~
Paolo
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The main housekeeper, he is in charge of day to day running of the house and the laundry.
Kahindi
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Our top gardener who doubles as a cleaner when we need all hands on deck.
Justin
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Our chef and kitchen manager who is uncharge of all shopping and cooking at the house.
Uzio House
