Explore Mombasa's colonial history, old town, and nature on a full-day, guided tour that includes entrance fees, all activities, and round-trip hotel transport. Get the perfect introduction to the city by visiting with a local guide, who will share stories about Mombasa culture and heritage, and introduce you to local cuisine in the old town market.
All entrance fees included
Hotel pickup and drop-off included
Full-day, guided Mombasa tour
Visit Fort Jesus UNESCO site
See the old town
Tour a local market
Haller Park
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Entrance fees
All activities
Driver or guide
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions
Food and drinks
Lunch
Gratuities (optional)
Departure & Return
Departure point
Your centrally located Mombasa hotel
Departure Time
8amTimes are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
What To Expect
Begin with pickup at your Mombasa accommodations, then travel to Fort Jesus, a UNESCO-listed, 16th-century Portuguese fort. Visit a series of exhibits inside the fort, which is also Mombasa's oldest museum, following the history of local people, the Swahili language, and the sultans. Continue into Mombasa's old town, where diverse historical architecture tells the story of the Africans, Arabs, Asians, Portuguese, and British who have shared the city for hundreds of years. Take in the elephant trunk monument, a poignant reminder of the now-illegal ivory trade that flourished in Mombasa. Pass the atmospheric fish market, where local fishermen display each day's catch, and take time to sample local dishes in the market (own expense) - visiting the market with the guide is a perfect way to learn about Mombasa specialties. Spend the afternoon in Haller Park, a wildlife sanctuary with a fish farm and reptile zoo. The park was constructed in a disused cement quarry, and has been transformed with hundreds of indigenous plants, casuarina trees, and other vegetation, which now support a thriving animal population. Try to spot some of the bushpigs, giraffes, elands, and oryx that live within the park. After visiting the park, return to your Mombasa hotel, where this tour concludes.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
A moderate amount of walking is involved
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.