MY FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF LAMU, KENYA 🇰🇪 | TRAVEL TO LAMU WITH ME

[@WaweruG]

Thanks you, finally justice served. In a two days time, Jasmine has surpassed what Kenya's Tourism ministers, Boards, conferences, miss tourisms etc failed to do for decades. Lamu deserves this kind of recognition. Well done Ama 👏👏

[@JasmineAmaa]

❤️❤️

[@starsfelly6975]

I concur with you on these

[@georgeotieno5880]

​@JasmineAmaa yes Empress jasmine, we will absolutely, certainly and definitely give you Kenya citizenship for sure. Because you are promote and show case my beloved country 🇰🇪 yetu in very fabulous, marvelous, prodigious and stupendous way hand down

[@georgeotieno5880]

​@@JasmineAmaa you really look like my tribe Luo lady for sure. The perfect Luo name for you will be Adhiambo aka adhis due to your big butt❤😂

[@armstrong_007]

@@JasmineAmaa YOU ARE VERY BEAUTIFUL GORGEOUS LADY OF EAST AFRICA

[@frimptop.9813]

I'm a typical Ghanaian but l can beat my chest and say Kenya 🇰🇪 is a home of nature ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mengichlagat]

Whole of Africa. But Kenya is unique because the landmass has everything you need. From the coast to beautiful valleys, active volcanoes mountains, game parks, and great lakes, desert sands and Nairobi city.

[@charleswanderi7922]

Thank you Sir... we appreciate you

[@mohamedcabdi7473]

Lamu Island is part of Garissa, Somalia, not Kenya

[@DavidWaweru-lx4go]

​@@mohamedcabdi7473saaa umesema nn ww 😂😂😂

[@swafiya254]

Heal😂​@@mohamedcabdi7473

[@kevinngatia8808]

Omar is a good guide ,he is so informed.

[@stephenodhiambo3805]

Hats off to the guide,he understands his trade so well

[@Kay-Dean]

Wow! I saw my flag on a boat at the beginning . Jamaica 🇯🇲 flag!!!! Big up and shout out to my kenya people 🇰🇪 . I enjoy watching

[@ryukiiprimer5383]

Jamaica has mad representation in Kenya from music to the language and culture. Big up Jamaica🇯🇲🇰🇪♥️

[@_gheeleys_au]

Jamaican culture has been well embraced in Kenya. 😂

[@njengaalois]

It seems a number of Jamaicans don't understand the connection between Kenya and Jamaica😅

[@justusjuma2904]

Jamaica has a big influence in Kenya, all through high school we used to listen to Jamaican music from Di World Boss to Tommy lee...go to the ghetto and you'll find hoods called Portmore even the dancing in the clubs has been influenced by Jamaica so yeah expect your flag when you come if not the flag you definitely see someone wearing a jamaican flag armband.

[@Heegooat]

@@njengaalois The Jamaicans in NY saw the Mau Mau 'terrorists' in the press and embraced the dreadlocks...thats what I read

[@GUYANAECHO]

Jasmine you are so right about Africa, It is the land of hidden gems!

[@JasmineAmaa]

Honestly 💕

[@esem135]

Lamu is the oldest and first Swahili settlement (13th Century) on the East African Indian Ocean Coastline and the origin of the Kiswahili language. It was inhabited by Africans of Bantu descent who intermarried with traders on the coast who came from Arabia, Persia, China, Portugal and other parts of the world.

[@ryukiiprimer5383]

Mombasa is the oldest coastal town started in the 9th century

[@esem135]

@@ryukiiprimer5383 Lamu is the oldest SWAHILI SETTLEMENT. Read to comprehend and not just respond.

[@kofiarthur3749]

I think the Swahilis settled Unguja- the real Swahilis name for Zanziba and Lamas Island Way before 13th century. In any case when we Africans say we were the first to sail on earth to far away places, you get this Jealous insecure White European Fools making noise trying to dispute that

[@kennedynjanja8988]

Waoo,the sunset bit view is magic👏🏽

[@Morido-1]

​@esem135 it was not uninhabited before the foreigners came, so it's NOT a Bantu settlement, but indeginously Bantu. Don't get it twisted.

[@freedomm]

Lamu is the best preserved Swahili city state on the East African coast. Much better preserved than even Zanzibar. Yes, no cars or motor vehicles of any kind on Lamu Island.

[@blessedlove2113]

Aren't there boda bodas these days?

[@freedomm]

@@blessedlove2113 Not on the island.

[@collinsoduor9233]

Kenya is best country🇰🇪

[@mwalimufrida6092]

Don't stop your trip before visiting Watamu, Diani, Masai Mara and Amboseli.

[@RootsMizizi]

💯

[@SkyDubai-s6u]

Yeah wish she came there

[@serviceedgeinsurance8830]

Totally agree with you.. the Europeans are the major tourists in Lamu, Malindi, Kilifi, Mombasa and Diani. They leave their countries and know about these hidden gems that we are not aware of

[@touranis]

Pwani is the swahili name for Coast not ocean as your tour guide explained😅 Ocean is Bahari in swahili

[@dawntrenchfield7920]

Every country in Africa is beautiful Africa is indeed Paradise

[@lucykamau5689]

This has reminded me of many years. I completed my high school in Lamu Girls, now watching all the way in USA

[@thomasorungo6898]

Jasmine, now you have seen for yourself the rich cultural fusion of the East African coastline, particularly Kenyan side. You have witnessed the influence and impact of the Portuguese, Persian and Arabic culture fused in to the local tribes to create the Swahili community, culture, and heritage. You needed to venture further in to Shella island and other islands in the outcasts of Lamu, and right in your face you would have met another slightly different community falling within the Swahili community. They have typical Chinese physiology. They are descendants of survivors of a Chinese merchant ship that wrecked hundreds of years back. These survivors intermarried with locals and lived in those islands never to return to China. There are cemetery with tombs having Chinese inscriptions. That’s how culturally rich the coastline of East Africa presents

[@deemwenesi9718]

What’s the name of that community (the descendants of Chinese)?

[@thomasorungo6898]

@@deemwenesi9718 google Chinese Descendants in Kenya 600 years on. It’s a documentary by CTGN

[@thomasorungo6898]

@@deemwenesi9718 their ship wrecked and 20 of the Chinese swam to the island of Pate and Shanga. They later married the locals and integrated

[@kennedymayienga919]

Jesmine has shown me more of my neighbourhood more than I will ever see. She is doing more justice to tourism then the clueless Kenya Tourism Board

[@kennedymayienga919]

We had the Climate change Conference in Nairobi and KTB had nothing to do with the overflow

[@nobelaharris7737]

❤wow Africa is blessed with so many beautiful places towns and villages rivers lakes forestry and the ocean wow this Kenya town looks ancient and historic yet thriving with it people LAMU looks so peaceful wish I was there ❤❤❤❤

[@PaulKeeps]

A very special Thank You for showcasing Kenya to the World ❤❤

[@Diab74]

Coastal kenya is stunningly beautiful, I'll recommend Diani as well

[@SLIMMMMB]

Ama my daughter! This is heaven. Kudos to your VIDEOGRAPHER. You’ve brought joy to me watching from London. Indeed Africa is God’s gift to earth man . By time we appreciate what we’ve been gifted…..❤

[@JasmineAmaa]

Thanks so much 🙏🏾💕

[@moseschege5429]

​@@JasmineAmaavery beautiful

[@bantuvoicemuchaik.k.7715]

I swear kenya is underrated

[@esem135]

Only by those who do not know or don't care to know more about Kenya.

[@Mwomwa]

@esem135 There are many places in the world. You can't know everything.

[@esem135]

@Mwomwa True. But that does not take away my point.

[@Heegooat]

You have no idea how popular Kenya was from 30s-90s. Terrorism hit us hard.

[@rosam674]

In Kiswahili, POLE (pronounced po-le) means sorry. POLE POLE means slow (It does not mean slowly slowly). It can be used in a variety of ways to mean "take it easy" or "slow down" or "relax".

[@JasmineAmaa]

Sure thanks 😊

[@papacheezie2838]

​@@JasmineAmaa Yes Poley poly means SLOWLY SLOWLY IN CERTAIN VILLAGEES ASANTE NAYBAHANSE VILLAGE 😂😂😂😂❤🎉CONGREATULATION ON UR BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY FAMILY NUFF RESPECT Assalamalaikum MASHAALLAH ALHAMDULIALLAH ALLAH ARKBAR 😮

[@Theunapologeticwildlife]

​@@JasmineAmaa sister I would like to invite you to Tanzania 🇹🇿 I would offer you a good Safari experience in the Famous parks there just let me know please

[@J_a_s_o_n]

​@@JasmineAmaaCould you kindly be adding the contact name places of the places you stay like the AirBnBs with their numbers to help us also travel out there easily? Much appreciated of your channel. So many gems.

[@Kochw221]

You're both right, pole pole loosely translated means slowly slowly, tembea pole pole , walk slowly slowly (though not correct grammar)

[@ladymay5168]

😍Gosh I am LOVING these Kenya videos. Now I wanna go visit. Thank you for showing us these places🙏.

[@JasmineAmaa]

You should. It’s beautiful 🥰

[@nellymuthamia834]

I spent over three years in Lamu and I can tell you it was magic❤❤❤ I used to work at the whispers cafe then I moved to kijani hotel God sooo many memories I hope you enjoy yourself too

[@JasmineAmaa]

Aw how lovely

[@barbaraofori9069]

Lamu added to my bucket list for sure! Thank you Jasmine, if it wasn't for you I definitely would not have known about it. Can't wait to see more of Kenya through your lens :)

[@val-bm3so]

Queen, You are living your life like it's Golden 🤩 I am sooo proud of you.!!! Traveling the world by yourself. Taking us places we may never see. Thank you Queen. Stay Blessed 😊 PeAcE

[@val-bm3so]

So Amazing the planning you must have done💞💕💞

[@adjeteymensah]

just at the comfort of my home, i just travelled to kenya. wow! keep it up boss

[@yasuke230]

You have indeed travelled Kenya. Also visit Central Kenya especially Mt Kenya and also northern kenya very underrated but priceless

[@LiegeEdward]

Lamu has the historical sites of the coast, more of the swahili foods swahili culture and interactions much love for the good work.

[@wtw03]

Beautiful swahili town, i can tell you are ebjoying yourself , karibu kenya❤🇰🇪 plase continue to enjoy.

[@kimaningethe9523]

Wow❤, Jasmine you've really done my country Kenya justice. Continue show casing beautiful African gems. Welcome back to Kenya there many hidden gems in Kenya like Nanyuki, Rusinga Island, Samburu, Maasai Mara, Tsavo, Amboseli, Naivasha, Rift Valley Lakes, Maasai Mara, Diani, Watuma etc

[@annkamau2694]

Yes! Lamu is a whole new experience! Nowhere like it! I am amazed at how I wait to watch your videos Jasmine. So interesting seeing my country through your eyes! Keep up the good work gal! Bravo!💪🏾

[@nicholastoo858]

You can't leave the coast without visiting Watamu, Kilifi, Ukunda & Diani

[@fidelm2020]

When I saw your 1st video 📹 after arriving in kenya, that's when I knew that you gonna be amazed by what you'll be doing for the longest time you wanna be there....even if you have less days there's possibility of adding more to enjoy the natural adventures. Just enjoying your vlogs here Jasmine from Kenya but in kuwait 🇰🇼 now

[@georgemwangi3798]

You have to try Diani. White sands hotel and others. Voted the best beach destination in Africa 5 years in a row!

[@margaretwanjiku3621]

Whitesands is actually in Bamburi on North Coast.

[@marywangui4682]

I couldn’t wait for more ❤As a Kenyan definitely have to go to the coast soon enough 🎉

[@sekkymwaura1924]

I like how you don't sugar coat anything just saying it as it is.... Honesty is key

[@LearningEveryday01]

Thanks for showing us Lamu in such detail😊

[@beryllynne4400]

I'll always go back to Lamu ..❤🎉it's always amaizing

[@haroldjones7013]

I love your show Oshay, i am a Sierra Leonean, and there's no better place to be in Africa, than Uganda, the home where modern homo sapiens, our ancestors, came into being, and where the source of the Nile originates from. I hope that many Africans of the continent, as well as Africans of the diaspora would put Uganda on their bucket list, as a place to visit.

[@Realamossantiago]

You've done kenya justice and Africa as a whole. As a kenyan I've followed your videos all the time you've been in kenya and i have had a nice time watching your i hope you visit again and be blessed. The real gems are in Africa they only need to be discovered

[@saidgwanda592]

Jasmine, you're amazing, kind hearted and lovely. Thanks for your visit to Kenya. I have been watching your videos right from Departure in Ghana to this final clip of Lamu. You're purely an African lady who love your culture. Kudos for the Kenya showcase. Pass my warm greetings to our families in Ghana, tell them Kenyans love them. I'll definitely make a payback trip and explore Ghana Inshallah. By the way I like the tune at 42:10❤

[@JasmineAmaa]

Thanks so much 🙏🏾💕

[@kim1570]

Top comment. Nothing but good vibes 🖤

[@troppe4295]

Thanks for this clip. I haven't been to Lamu yet. Ghana is top on my list of countries I'd love to visit in West Africa. You should hv featured Accra and Nkrumah RDS in Nairobi. Accra Rd in a busy street in the Nairobi CBD(I meant your Nairobi Vlog that you did first. Kenya and Ghana hv enjoyed close relations for decades.

[@masikaharon4103]

Actually I have learned more about lamu through your channel our lovely sister all the way from Ghana. Thank you and may God bless you jazmine

[@staringatmonalisa]

I really enjoyed this. Very relaxing. Jasmines soothing voice, the videographer did an amazing job. The editing, music . Big shout to Kenya and the people of Lamu, its clean and the people seem honest. And the guy who doesn’t need a plane to visit London 😂

[@JasmineAmaa]

Thank you so much! I was dancing to some of the songs while editing this video 😅 Glad lots of u loved it as much as i did. My video guy is the best 🙏🏾🥰

[@staringatmonalisa]

@@JasmineAmaa lol 💃. It was perfect!

[@Pinky.1991]

Wow, I fully appreciate this video. Usually hard to watch a 30 minute video but this has been so easy and I honestly would have watched for 2hours. Thanks Jasmine. ❤️🙏🏾

[@peter.mwaura]

Lamu offers the kind if tranquility I need. 😊🤗

[@nyakoejob4470]

Good to see you in lamu my sister from the west. Karibu kisiwani lamu

[@georgehosea139]

❤❤ wonderful vlog about Lamu what a nice time you had at the island, thanks for putting our tourist destinations on the world map, you are amazing.

[@rosedadzie6386]

I have enjoyed this video immensely !! I will definitely visit Kenya, its on my bucket list now! Thanks for this amazing video Jasmine!❤❤

[@JasmineAmaa]

Ur welcome 🥰

[@kph_news]

You are a true Ambassador of Kenya. Welcome to +254 🇰🇪 again.

[@L_Checkers]

A very authentic presentation of LAMU Island. Your vlogs are effortlessly awesome. Noooooma sana!!!!!

[@JasmineAmaa]

❤️

[@antoniothe007]

You should visit diani beach 🏖️ very beautiful

[@omlive7867]

Thank you. So peaceful and serene. The kind of holiday one needs to take every once in a while to recharge ❤❤❤

[@jeniferomato7770]

Am proud to know kenya more better through your channel is such amazing😊

[@kenzelcold1636]

As always, thank🙏🏿you for that amazing presentation. I felt like I took some of that chew and was there with you 😊

[@JasmineAmaa]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣❤️🙏🏾

[@GrahameMcLeod]

This is one of the best videos I have seen; Jasmine has really shown much of the culture and sights of this Kenyan gem, Lamu. Its a kind of place where you might intend to stay for two days but end up staying for two months. I stayed there for twelve days but wanted to stay much longer. The place has great ambience and most relaxing and safe to move around. You wont want to leave! i was there during Ramadan and enjoyed the Eid meal at the end of the month with a guide. It would be great to go out of Lamu into the interior of the island to see rural life - tamarind trees, palm wine and fishing, dhow making as I did. The Swahili house museum in Lamu is worth a look; Jasmine stayed in a traditional Swahil house, vert delightful. The flat topped trees are actually thorn acacias and are very common on the islands here. I also went by dhow to the island of Pate where I spent a night savouring the atmosphere. Lamu is worth a visit; go there and enjoy! It s much better than Mombasa.

[@LolySapara]

Nice video beautiful Island Kanya is a beautiful country thanks for sharing this amazing video of Lamu keep it up

[@hurrychris2647]

I love your content so much. Most welcome back again and again to kenya 🇰🇪

[@JasmineAmaa]

Thank u xx

[@gladyssanga8905]

Hi Jasmine. New subscriber and biggest fan of yours. I loved your Kenyan vlogs especially Mombasa and Lamu. I'm from Mombasa and have watching your videos This reminds me of home. I will say, save your money and shop for jewelry/asscessories in Nairobi. Masai Market in Nairobi is the real deal. It's way cheaper and there's lots of varieties. I was surprised by how much you spent on some of the jewelry in Malindi. That's a regular price for tourists. All in all please come and visit 🇰🇪 Kenya again.. Enjoy your visit. Karibu sana.

[@JasmineAmaa]

Thanks Gladys, I sure will x

[@gladyssanga8905]

You're welcome Jasmine

[@PiusKemboi]

Wow,so beautiful ,I love your content jasmine, keep up the great job you are doing.much love from kenya

[@lisahall3026]

Thanks for taking us around Kenya I love it. Great content

[@testimonyvlog]

❤❤ ❤My Queen and my Love at it again 🎉

[@emer.nairobian]

The trees are called acacia. They particularly grow in the sub-saharan

[@bevmwallo1712]

So glad you made it to Lamu 🎉🎉🎉 glad you enjoyed it!

[@troppe4295]

Wow! I didn't know that "Ezekiel bread" is available outside the USA 😊

[@worldskills2860]

24yrs as a kenyan but never reached in lamu 😢any well-wisher please ❤

[@tfl4963]

Excellent vlogging Jasmine. Enjoy vlogging in Kenya 🇰🇪 and karibu tena (welcome back again) to visit many more destinations in the nation.

[@freedomm]

Miraa (known as khat in other countries) is actually a drug banned in many countries. But it's a legit cash crop in Kenya with the biggest market being Somalia.

[@SundayBoss-x5n]

Thanks Jasmine for sharing your adventures of Lamu with me appreciate you. Thanks. Watching from the UK 🇬🇧❤️

[@JasmineAmaa]

❤️

[@lydiahmercy5672]

kenyan but never been to lamu, this place looks acient ,i need to visit after my zanzibar trip

[@0tismadaline]

You are looking absolutely gorgeous 😍 this is amazing and beautiful experience, can't wait to visit 😊

[@neliuskahihia3254]

Never been to Lamu so beautiful

[@sheilasylvain6669]

Thank you Jasmine. Lamu would definitely be worth the visit. Totally enjoyed it ❤

[@janewamweya5010]

Beautiful 😍 🤩 next head to Diani, very beautiful and a different experience ❤😊

[@patrickwambua4046]

Your presentation is not only eye but ear candy too. I was looking forward to get your perspective of Lamu. Good too see you enjoyed. Cheers daughter of Africa.

[@chero16577]

i was waiting for you to post! i love your vlogs and the way you explain and really show us the real experience. def wanna go back to kenya and visit lamu

[@marymayoli5873]

Wow brave lady Jasmine 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💪🏾. Loving your uninterrupted courageous exposures and trust you are enjoying your tour of Kenya and her people. I love your Lamu tour guide👍🏾. Keep the flame🔥🔥 burning🙏🏽🙏🏽before you return to Ghana.

[@JasmineAmaa]

Thank u 🙏🏾💕

[@meenafree5931]

Ms Jasmine your videos are a breath of fresh air! Thanks for showing us places we didn’t know were on the map! We will definitely find the sistha ! Shalom & Salaam Alakuim!☪️✡️☮️🌎✅fyi you & Tayo Aino r my favorite Travel vloggers!

[@JasmineAmaa]

🙏🏾💕

[@charleswanderi7922]

Thank you so much Jasmine for making the name of Lamu and my great Nation known out there.

[@Homeground38]

Simply exquisite, i have to get to lamu tamu

[@levelupgoddess9289]

Wow. I have never heard of this country before. Looks beautiful. I would definitely travel there.

[@ltspossible]

Lamu is not a country but part of Kenya which is the Country. You are welcome to our country

[@ibizawavey8630]

Watching this video, I have 2 businesses I would start there immediately. Unreal. Africa is truly like a blank sheet.

[@josephbrown1573]

This place is SO beautiful and should have many more people visiting . I have never even heard of the place ! African governments have to do a better job of promoting tourism!! 40% of Britain's economy comes from tourism ! The state of Florida GDP of one trillion DOLLARS is more than the GDP of West Africa combined and much of it comes from tourism! Tourism could really improve the lives of so many Africans and provide well needed jobs! Thanks to people like Jasmin who are showing us that these places even exist !!

[@freedomm]

It's off-season, fewer visitors when it rains.

[@esem135]

Only those who care to know Kenya get to hear about these places. White folks know and frequent these places!! It is mostly Africans and black folk who seem to live in a world of never knowing/ignorance! Infact it is off-peak now due to the rains but it gets many visitors. Tis is a UNESCO World Heritage site so it is out there for those who seek to know stuff.

[@josephbrown1573]

@@esem135 Why is your government not promoting the place ? There are so many places that are been actively promoted everyday . Is it a test ?Are we supposed to start searching out places ? You are blaming people for not knowing about a place that has had no publicity of any kind ! That is why Africa barely makes any money from tourism due to this idea that people should some how go looking for places in Africa !! LOL! Disney is known by everyone because of the states program of aggressively promoting tourism and attracting people to visit!

[@esem135]

​@josephbrown1573 The fact that you have never heard of it does not mean that applies to other people too!! How about addressing that first? If the place was not known like you claim, why does UNESCO acknowledge it? There is a tourism board that promotes Kenya, so the government does promote Kenya, that is why Kenya is among the LEADING tour destinations in AFRICA. You cannot blame your IGNORANCE on others or blame governments. And YES, those who seek information get it! It is YOUR obligation to discover some information YOURSELF! This is not the ONLY and FIRST video about Lamu! Plenty others that you have never seen. At least this video has informed you!

[@utamakurautamakura7435]

Lamu is a precious secret. But it cannot bear the weight of far too many visitors. It is important that it keeps its hidden gem status. It is a wholesome pce of ancient innocence. Our beautiful Lamu deserves only the most conscious and open-hearted of visitors finding it.

[@kenyanwanderer9112]

I've been to Lamu and trust me the experience sticks with you forever ❤❤❤❤

[@MrMatujames]

Good to see you enjoying Lamu and immersing yourself in Swahili culture.

[@eliudmwangi2887]

Wow I have never been to lamu as Kenyan i need to get the soon

[@nanaesi8781]

Anyone that bares the name Ama is very intelligent, creative, and hardworking. An you are one of such. I started watching you videos from 2019, I had no television in my room so your channel was my no 1. You have indeed made a huge progress. Congrats.

[@JasmineAmaa]

Thank u Esi xx

[@ciwane1428]

I miss Africa. Thank you for sharing. Africa is beautiful ☀️

[@higgs8955]

Keep going girl. Africa is the paradise

[@gkmutai]

Thanks Jasmine for exploring our Lamu Tamu - Next stop I guess is south coast Diani. The thrill of a safari, thanks for sharing.

[@thomasoloo1225]

Find time to visit kisumu on the shores of the world's largest fresh water lake

[@nelvinawino9196]

Coastal rgion is beautiful and plz if you can visit Diani as well ❤

[@agnesstokes1078]

That looks and sounds very peaceful ❤❤

[@KIM-xl6zs]

Sorry to ask you had uploaded this video before then when I was in the middle of it, it got deleted, I love your job from kenya

[@meenafree5931]

Your camera 🎥 man is doing a awesome job!

[@PierepiusNgugi]

I can remember in primary school Grin wide smile love it

[@NasraHashim-d6v]

Hi jasmine raeli I saw my self 😂😂😂 it me your czy funny lamu

[@manalabdul5727]

Thats was nice to see my home really missing it so much...just visit lamu again and again

[@EmmanuelKapsowe]

I ❤ Ama. She is beautiful inside out. Gorgeous!