THE ENASOIT COLLECTION exclusively yours tusitiri dhow FACTSHEET [email protected] +254 729 229 841 www.enasoitcollection.com ABOUT TUSITIRI DHOW A dhow is a traditional wooden sailing boat originally built for carrying exotic spices and goods along the Indian Ocean trade routes. Tusitiri was hand crafted as a trading vessel over 50 years ago. She has since been meticulously restored and converted by her current owners, and today she is a majestic and luxurious vessel offering dhow safaris in the Lamu archipelago in Kenya. Tusitiri is ideal for families or a group of friends wanting a unique and private experience amongst the beautiful and historic islands of the north Kenyan coast. Tusitiri can be chartered on an exclusive use basis for multi-night dhow safaris for up to 10 guests, and is also available for day trips from Lamu for up to 25 guests. UNIQUE FEATURES • Chartered exclusively – unrivalled privacy and seclusion • One-of-a-kind experience – no other luxury dhow like it in East Africa • Marine activities included – watersports, deep-sea fishing, snorkeling and more • World Heritage location – Lamu has cultural and marine riches of World Heritage status “Simply put, the 60-foot Tusitiri is the most majestic private dhow in the known world, as well as the most luxuriously appointed and the most professionally run.” Architectural Digest ACCOMMODATION Life on-board is relaxed and centered on Tusitiri’s broad deck, with sumptuous cushioned seating areas and a dining area arranged around the wooden mast. Meals are prepared in the open-air galley kitchen at the bow, and served in the shaded dining area. There are beautiful views over the ocean, quiet corners to relax, and the day-cabins below deck provide storage and changing facilities. At night brass lanterns light up the deck, and after dinner, comfortable white linen- bedrolls are set up on deck. On Tusitiri, all the beds are star-beds! FACILITIES • Shaded dining area • Cushioned lounging areas • Alfresco kitchen at the bow • Comfortable white linen bedrolls prepared on deck after dinner • Warm water open air shower • ‘Mirror room’ with storage, mirrors and two wash basins (below deck) • Dressing room with changing area, shelves and hanging space for each guest and two day beds (below deck) • Traditional dhow W.C. and one flushing yacht W.C. (below deck) • Laundry service (limited) • Small library of topical reference books • WiFi onboard (where signal is available) • An open Yamaha 31 ft deep sea fishing boat with 2 x 200 HP outboard engines • A 21 ft Yamaha speedboat for water sports • A 21 ft Yamaha tender for transfers and short excursions • Wake-board, water-skis, snorkelling equipment for adults and children • Kayaks (on request) “With her Zanzibari antiques, Swahili textiles and freshly caught and masterfully prepared seafood, few on-board experiences can shimmer so close to the historical tradition of boat travel as this one.” Financial Times ‘Boats that Rock’ LOCATION ACTIVITIES Tusitiri Dhow is based in the pristine Lamu archipelago on A Tusitiri Dhow safari is an enchanting coastal experience, as the north Kenyan coast. Lamu is a rare gem in the Indian action packed or blissfully relaxed as desired. Ocean. Although quiet and seemingly forgotten, the archipelago has welcomed travelers for over a thousand INCLUDED years and is steeped in history dating back to the spice • Sail on Tusitiri trade. Lamu Town is the oldest living town in East Africa, • Snorkel the coral reefs a UNESCO World Heritage Site and arguably the most • Paddleboard in quiet lagoons and mangrove creeks complete Swahili town still in existence. Long white sandy • Deep-sea fishing and creek fishing beaches are fringed with palm and acacia trees; turquoise • Water-ski and wake-board waters teeming with marine life are curved and shaped • Walk, relax and picnic on pristine beaches by mangrove forests. The archipelago is unspoilt and has • Sundowner drinks on beaches or sand dunes become known as a world-renowned fishing, cultural and • Explore the narrow streets and sites of Lamu and Shela, a historical marine ‘Mecca’. UNESCO World Heritage Site “During the day, guests can fish for tuna, ADDITIONAL snorkel and waterski; at night, after a sea-food The following activities are best arranged prior to arrival and feast, mattresses are laid on deck so everyone incur an additional cost: can fall asleep whilst watching meteors shoot • Scuba diving (very seasonal - by prior arrangement only) • Excursions to Kiwayu Marine Park across the Milky Way.” The Times Travel Magazine • Cultural excursions to the ancient Takwa Ruins IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAPACITY FOOD AND DIETARY REQUIREMENTS Tusitiri Dhow can accommodate a maximum of 10 guests for overnight trips and 25 The Tusitiri kitchen can cater for all dietary requirements. Food allergies and dietary guests for day trips. requests should be arranged prior to arrival. Delicious, fresh seafood is sourced locally and prepared daily, and seafood is the main cuisine. EXCLUSIVE USE Tusitiri Dhow is booked on an exclusive use basis only – the dhow is exclusively yours. CLIMATE AND SEASONS Tusitiri Dhow operates all year around with the exception of the rainy season from INCLUDED May – July, when Tusitiri is closed for maintenance. Tusitiri does not typically run • Full board accommodation safaris at this time, however, with adequate notice we are happy to discuss potential • House wines and spirits, beers and soft drinks bookings in this season. • Local boat transfers • Wi-Fi onboard (where signal is available) Being on the equator and at the coast, the weather is generally very warm, usually • Laundry (limited) with a sea breeze. The hottest months of the year in Lamu are February – April. • 2 hours per day on our speedboats (21ft 50hp and 23ft 85hp), which can be accumulated ACCESS • 1 hour per day on the Express (31ft 400hp deep sea fishing boat), which can be Lamu Island is easily accessed by air. Guests fly to Lamu’s Manda airport by daily accumulated schedule flights from Nairobi (1.5 hour flight) and other select domestic airports, or by private charter flights. On arrival, guests are collected by speedboat from the airport EXCLUDED for the short transfer to Tusitiri on her mooring. • Champagne and premium wines and spirits • Staff gratuities CHILD RATES • Medical insurance and personal effects Child rates apply to those aged 5 to 15 years inclusive. Those aged 16 years and above • Additional activities and extras are charged an adult rate. Children under 5 stay for free, however given the nature of a live-aboard dhow, safari guests should contact Tusitiri Management before they EXTRAS book if they are considering bringing children under 5 on a Tusitiri safari. • Use of the speed boats for more than 2 hours per day | $150 per hour of engine use • Use of our 31ft 400hp deep sea fishing boat | $200 per hour of engine use MALARIA PREVENTION Guests should seek professional medical advice before travelling including advice THE TEAM regarding malaria prophylactics, recommended vaccinations and the relevant travel Tusitiri Dhow is managed by Mia and Kirsty Miji. Kirsty is originally from the UK and and medical insurance. Mia is an accomplished sailor from Lamu, and they live in Lamu with their two children. The experienced crew includes eight Bajuni sailors, a chef and a waiter. ELECTRICITY ON THE DHOW There is electricity on board Tusitiri powered by solar panels and a back-up generator, TIPPING CULTURE there is a power bank for charging electronic items. Gratuities are welcomed and greatly appreciated; please speak to the dhow managers for advice and procedures. .