Manda is an Island of the Lamu Archipelago of Kenya, known for the prosperous 9th century ports of Takwa and Manda town. It is very easy to get to and is a popular day trip to see the ruins at Takwa.
The Island is approximately the size of Lamu but has a small permanent population, now linked by ferry to Lamu and is home to Manda Airport, while Manda Toto Island lies to its west. The Island is separated from the mainland by the narrow Mkanda channel. There are a number of good snorkelling sites off Manda Island, perhaps the best is actually off the small Island to the north of Manda named Manda Toto.