Coast Province Collection

A man rides a donkey in one of the narrow streets of Lamu town. In the absence of vehicles, which are banned in the island

A traditional outrigger canoe sails close to the shore at Diani Beach

Kenya. Mashua sailing boats participating in a race off Lamu Island

Dhows sailing off Lamu Island. Dhow or Dau is the colloquial word used by most visitors for the wooden sailing ships of the East African coast although in reality a dhow is a much larger ocean-going

A view over makuti thatched roofs to the estuary that divides Lamu Island from uninhabited Manda Island, which has no permanent source of sweet groundwater

A magnificent Sable antelope bull with females and young in the Shimba Hills National Park. Sable are arguably the most handsome of all Africas antelopes

A beautiful yellow variant of the red Flame Lily (Gloriosa superba) can be found at lower altitudes especially in Tsavo West National Park

A fine African bull elephant rubs itself on a termite mound in Tsavo East National Park

Kenya. Two Jahazi boats sailing off Lamu Island. The main way to transport goods in the Lamu Archipelago

A man embroiders Swahili hats, which are popular with Muslims on Lamu Island and elsewhere. It takes hours of patience and great skill to make a really fine hat

A mashua sails out of the sheltered, natural harbour of Lamu Island. Dhow is the colloquial word used by most visitors for the wooden sailing ships of the East African coast although in reality a

Mohamed Thuruani, a skilled craftsman of 17 years standing in Lamu, sits outside his home while putting the finishing touches to a model dhow

A fine example of the interior of a traditional Swahili house in Lamu Town. The extraordinary skill of the local craftsmen is an important legacy of Afro-Arab architecture in the Swahili style

A fine example of decorative Lamu plasterwork gracing the interior wall of an old stone house. The extraordinary skill of these craftsmen is an important legacy of Afro-Arab architecture in

An elephant covered in red dust blocks a track in Kenyas Tsavo West National Park

A diminutive Kirks dikdik in Kenyas Tsavo West National Park

Two male Msai ostriches in breeding plumage in Kenyas Tsavo West National Park

A young Msai giraffe in Kenyas Tsavo West National Park

A white-throated savanna monitor lizard flicks out its long blue forked tongue. Its home is an old termite mound

A Green Sea Turtle crossing Watamu Beach. This white sandy beach is an important breeding ground for three species of turtles living in the Indian Ocean

The tiny Sokoke Scops Owl in the Arabuko-Sokoke Forest near Malindi. Discovered in 1965, this globally endangered species has a very restricted habitat

A Chesnut-bellied Sandgrouse in Tsavo East National Park

A Buff-crested Bustard in Tsavo East National Park

A Red-and-Yellow Barbet in Tsavo East National Park

A Superb Starling in Tsavo East National Park

A baby Lesser Kudu in Tsavo East National Park

Dawn at Msambweni, south of Mombasa

Fishermen bring home their catch at mid-day on the coconut palm-fringed Msambweni beach, south of Mombasa

The view from Chingwede House, a beautiful coast house built on a cliff overlooking the coconut palm-fringed Msambweni beach, south of Mombasa, and the Indian Ocean beyond

The beautiful coconut palm-fringed Msambweni beach, south of Mombasa, is deserted in the late afternoon

A fisherman sets out from Msambweni, south of Mombasa, in a beautiful dawn sky

At dawn, a fisherman sets out from Msambweni, south of Mombasa, with a fish trap while an outrigger canoe is still anchored in the background

An Mtaita musician. His glasses are made from the tips of calabashes. His ear ornaments are also made of calabashes or gourds

Boat builders put the finishing touches to a new jahazi in the open boatyard at Matondoni, Lamu Island. The place has been famous for making traditional wooden sailing boats for a century or more

Lamu crowds watch a stick fight along the waterfront at Lamu town. This form of combat originates from Oman and demonstrates the close ties between the Lamu archipelago

A Lamu man strings the back of a traditional Lamu-style chair embellished with marquetry. Situated 150 miles north-northeast of Mombasa, Lamu town dates from the 15th century AD

The eyes of a Lamu woman wearing a traditional black Islamic dress and face veil (known locally as buibui). Situated 150 miles north-northeast of Mombasa, Lamu town dates from the 15th century AD

Lamu women are expert in intricate hand and body designs using henna and other dyes. Here, a woman with finely decorated hands

A skilled craftsman with traditional tools carves a wooden door from hardwood in Lamu town. Wood carving is the most important craft in Lamu and sustains the greatest number of skilled craftsmen

A Swahili man in traditional attire blows the Siwa on the battlements of the Lamu Museum. This unique and hugely heavy ritual horn was used before the 19th century in Pate

Three men pole a dugout canoe by moonlight in shallow water along Diani Beach

Giant baobab trees silhouetted against a sunset

A fine bull sable antelope with chesnut-brown females and calves behind him. This large, handsome antelope with backward-curving horns is only found in Kenya in the Shimba Hills of Kenyas Coast

Fishermen set out at daybreak in their traditional wooden craft, called in Ki-Swahili mashua, to fish beyond the coral reef, which lies less than half a mile offshore

The entrance to the Palace of Gedi, part of the historic ruins of an important Afro-Arab town founded in the late thirteenth or early fourteenth century, covering some 45 acres

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Coast Province: A Captivating Blend of Tradition and Natural Splendor Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of Coast Province, Kenya's coastal gem. As a man gracefully rides a donkey through the narrow streets of Lamu town, you can't help but feel transported to another time. The echoes of history resonate as traditional outrigger canoes sail close to the shore at Diani Beach, their elegant forms mirroring the beauty of this coastal paradise. Witness the exhilarating sight of Mashua sailing boats participating in a thrilling race off Lamu Island. Dhows gracefully glide across the turquoise waters surrounding Lamu Island, showcasing centuries-old maritime traditions that still thrive today. In this vibrant province, cultural diversity is celebrated with pride. Admire a Giriama girl from Kenya's Coast Province carrying her heritage on her shoulders, embodying the rich tapestry of local customs and traditions. Nature lovers will be captivated by breathtaking vistas over makuti thatched roofs to estuaries teeming with life. Explore Tsavo West National Park where a beautiful yellow variant of the red Flame Lily flourishes at lower altitudes, adding an extra touch of vibrancy to this already stunning landscape. Encounter majestic wildlife up close as a magnificent Sable antelope bull roams alongside his harem in Tsavo East National Park. Marvel at Africa's gentle giants as a fine African bull elephant indulges in its natural instincts by rubbing itself against a termite mound. Lamu Archipelago reveals its secrets through Jahazi boats gracefully sailing across azure waters – these vessels are not only picturesque but also serve as vital lifelines for transporting goods throughout this archipelago. Delve into local craftsmanship as you witness skilled hands embroidering Swahili hats - each stitch telling stories passed down through generations. As your journey unfolds along Coast Province’s shores, let your spirit soar amidst nature’s wonders and embrace an authentic blend of tradition and natural splendor.