National Reserves in Lamu

Dodori National Reserve: The Back of Beyond

Situated north of Lamu Island and contiguous with the Boni National Reserve, the remote and off the map Dodori National Reserve is inhabited by a hatful of plains game, three unique varieties of turtles, a multiplicity of migratory birdlife and even some elephants. Although Dodori National Reserve has abundant wildlife, the animals are rather shy because of the rarity of vehicles. The landscape of the 133 km2 Dodori National Reserve is predominated by the indigenous canopy forest which forms a fragment of the great Northern Zanzibar to Inhambane coastal forest. Gazetted in 1976 as a national reserve, Dodori National Reserve remains underdeveloped lacking both easy access and accommodation. While this offers an interesting excursion into an unusual coastal flora, it is necessary to go fully equipped and with enough supplies to overcome the complete lack of resources.

Kenya certainly has enormous touring resources. There are no less than sixty national narks, reserves and game sanctuaries, covering approximately 11% of the land surface. Each of these diverse and stunning national parks and reserves offers unique wildlife experiences and unique, breathtaking landscapes.

Index of National Parks & Reserves in Kenya

Baringo County - Lake Baringo National Reserve , Lake Bogoria National Reserve , Kerio Valley National Reserve, Lake Kamnarok National Reserve , Bomet County - The South Western Mau National Reserve , Busia County - Malaba Sanctuary , Elgeyo Marakwet County - Rimoi National Reserve , Embu County - Mount Kenya National Park; Irangi Forest Station , Mwea National Reserve , Garissa County - Bour-Algi Giraffe Sanctuary , Rahole National Reserve , Arawale National Reserve , Boni National Reserve , Homa Bay County - Ruma National Park , Isiolo County - The Bisanadi National Reserve , Buffalo Springs National Reserve , Shaba National Reserve , Kajiado County - Amboseli National Park, Kakamega County - Kakamega National Reserve , Kilifi County - Arabuko-Sokoke Forest Reserve , Watamu Marine National Park , Malindi Marine Reserve , Kisumu County - Kisumu Impala Sanctuary, Ndere Island National Park, Kitui County - Mwingi National Reserve , South Kitui National Reserve , Kwale County - Shimba Hills National Reserve , Diani-Chale Marine National Reserve , Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park & Reserve , Lamu County - Dodori National Reserve , Kiunga Marine National Reserve , Machakos County - Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park , Makueni County - Chyulu Hills National Park , Ngai Ndethya National Reserve , Mandera County - Malka Mari National Park , Marsabit County - Losai National Reserve, South Island National Park, Marsabit National Park & Reserve, Sibiloi National Park, Meru County - Meru National Park , Mombasa County - Mombasa Marine National Reserve & Park , Nairobi County - The Nairobi National Park, Nakuru County - Mount Longonot National Park, Crescent Island Sanctuary, Hell's Gate National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park , Nandi County - Bonjoge National Reserve , Narok County - Masai Mara National Reserve, Nyeri County - The Aberdare National Park, Samburu County - Samburu National Reserve , Maralal National Reserve, Siaya County - Lake Kanyaboli Reserve, Tana River County - Kora National Park , The Tana Primate National Reserve , Taita Taveta County - Tsavo East National Park , Tsavo West National Park , Tharaka Nithi County - Mutejwa National Reserve , Trans Nzoia County - Mount Elgon National Park , Saiwa Swamp National Park , Turkana County - Central Island Reserve, South Turkana Reserve, West Pokot County - Nasolot National Reserve

Lamu County is one of Kenya’s most unique and enchanting regions, known for its rich Swahili culture, pristine beaches, and UNESCO-listed heritage. Located on the northern coast of Kenya, it consists of a group of islands (Lamu, Manda, Pate, and Kiwayu) and a stretch of mainland coastline. Lamu Island in particular is more than just a destination—it’s a living piece of Swahili history and coastal paradise.

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A Guide to Lamu County

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70 Destinations in Lamu County , arranged as one would visit these - west, south, north then west - with aid of narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart:

Delta Dunes Lodge , Lake Moa , Old Town Witu , Witu Forest Reserve , Pangani Swamp, Lake Kiboko , Amu Ranch , Lake Amu, Kipini Conservancy , Lake Kenyatta , Amu Baharini Beach, Kizuke Beach , Lamu (Manda) Port , Red Pepper House , Lamu Island , Matondoni Dau Workshop , Matondoni Ruins , Tusitiri Dhow , Kipungani Ruins , Kizingoni Beach , Old Town Lamu, Lamu World Heritage Sector , Lamu Museum , The Swahili House Museum , German Post Office Museum , Lamu Fort , Lamu Market , Masjid Khoja Ithnasheri , Masjid Riyadha , House of Habib Swaleh , The Mosque College Lamu , Lamu Catholic Church , Tamarind Tree Cafe , Donkey Sanctuary , The Floating Bar , Boat Rides , MaraRaha , Kijani Hotel , Shela Village , Friday Masjid , Forodhani House , Peponi Hotel , Shela Beach , Bahari Restaurant , Fort at Shela , Ras Kitau , Diamond Village , The Maljis , Takwa Ruins , Manda Island , Manda Lodge , Manda Toto , Manda Coral Quarry , Nabahani Ruins , Pate Island , Shanga Ruins , Siyu Fort , Shindamweh, Atu Ruins , Chundwa Ruins , Faza Village , Lamu Monuments , Mangrove Forests , Dodori National Reserve , Kiunga Marine N. Reserve , Kiwayu Island , Ashuwei , Boni Forest National Reserve , Ishakani Ruins , Lamu Festivals

Know More About Lamu County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including distance chart, Airports, Climate & National Monuments

What’s The Air Like In Lamu?

Lamu County lies along the Equatorial Climate System, enjoying two rainy seasons and temperatures between 24°C and 30°C year round – Hottest in December & April

What’s The Lay Of The Land In C.05?

Lamu is composed of a coastal zone of 65 islands, vast creeks, bays, sand bars and mangrove. Among these, Lamu Island, hosting Lamu Town, is the bussiest. The mainland is flat to undulating.

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