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Mombasa City Tours With Humphrey

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Experience The Living History Of One Of Kenya’s Oldest Cities with  Mombasa Walking Tours

Humphrey Ndungu

Meet your tour guide.

As a Kenyan native with 15 years of experience as a tour guide, Humphrey’s tour through Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus is full of information, friendly faces of the people he’s known for years, and stunning sights only the locals have access to.

Our Mombasa City Tours

Ready to explore the oldest city in Kenya? With Humphrey as your guide, you’ll see in the course of just a few hours how the magnificent city of Mombasa transformed over centuries.

Half-Day Mombasa Walking Tour

Spend a half-day walking the main roads and side streets of Mombasa. From running your hands along the cannons inside UNESCO World Heritage Site Fort Jesus, to seeing where the giant tusks were erected in honor of Queen Elizabeth’s visit. Wander along the backstreets and slip through time as Humphrey lets you in on the history that made the Mombasa we know today.

Half-Day Mombasa Walking Tour Stops FORT JESUS SFORT JESUS MUSEUM MOMBASA TUSKS MOMBASA OLD TOWN SPICE MARKET Duration: 2-4 Hours Can be arranged for a morning or afternoon start. Departure details: Fort Jesus Mombasa Fort Jesus, Nkrumah Rd, Mombasa, Kenya We will meet at the yellow Coffee Pot outside of Fort Mombasa. Transport : This tour is all walking.

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Mombasa city tour.

Spend the day getting to know Mombasa. From walking the Old Town Mombasa streets and learning everything from the history of UNESCO World Heritage Site Fort Jesus and the secrets of the Spice traders to meeting the experienced artisans at Akamba Handicraft Market and having a one-of-a-kind wildlife encounter at Haller Park.

Full-Day Mombasa Tour Stops FORT JESUS FORT JESUS MUSEUM MOMBASA TUSKS MOMBASA OLD TOWN SPICE MARKET HALLER PARK AKAMBA HANDICRAFT Duration: 5-6 Hours Best with a morning or midday start. Departure details: Fort Jesus Mombasa Fort Jesus, Nkrumah Rd, Mombasa, Kenya We will meet at the yellow Coffee Pot outside of Fort Mombasa. Transport : We will take a lunch break after visiting Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus, then take a private car to spend the afternoon exploring Haller Park and visiting Akamba Handicraft.

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Latest testimonials, stunning i could not expect better.

“ Humphrey is one of the nicest person I met on earth. He became a true friend to me. He is such a treasure for the town Mombasa. I found him very well educated and has a strong cultural knowledge of Mombasa. He takes his time to show you Fort Jesus and the old town without any stress. Finally everyone appreciates him therefore you feel safe when you walk around !!! “

Wonderful and Knowledgable Tour Guide…A Must Do, when visiting Old Town, Mombassa

“ Humphrey came highly recommended from a good friend of ours who grew up in Mombasa. Everything went smooth and according to plan – When we arrived in Old Town, Humphrey was there to meet us, he gave us the details of the tour, was patient and explained everything we saw, and answered all of our questions. Hands down, I would definitely hire Humphrey again and recommend him to any and all visitors to Old Town Mombasa who want an easy, hassle free, in-depth tour of the area. Do yourselves a favor and book with him! “

Excellent and well informed Guide

“ Humphrey is well informed about the Portuguese history, Oman Arab history and the British history that is connected to Fort Jesus and Old town. He is also very patient and mindful about the clients needs.

I would recommend him to anyone looking to have a lovely experience in Mombasa and looking to use a guide. “

Jessica Hawkins

Incredible tour.

“ Humphrey was an incredible guide who provided great detail about Fort Jesus and Olde Town. I learned a lot and would definitely recommend him for a guided an informative tour!”

Loved the history of Fort Jesus

Humphrey was a very knowledgable guide and I enjoyed our time in Fort Jesus. He knew the history of the place very well and was able to answer my questions. Walking around the various parts of Old Town Mombasa he was able to point out all the places of note and it was very interesting.

Humphrey was a nice gentleman and looked after me well, this is very important as a single female travelling alone.

Great experience in old town of Mombasa

Excellent experience. Humphrey had a wide knowledge of the Fort Jesus and the old town. We walked around for four hours. And I managed to do some good shopping at Spice Market (highly recommended for gifts such as tea, coffee and spices), the first fish market of Mombasa, the first luxury hotel in Mombasa from 1901, the first post office of Kenya, and the first mosque. I also learned about the differences in architecture in the town.

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See below for some of our guests’ common questions. Have something else you’d like to access?

What is the difference between the two tours?

We have 2 different tours. The ½ Day Mombasa Walking Tour is focused in Old Town Mombasa and around Fort Jesus. Our Full-Day City Tour includes the same walking tour, along with transportation to Haller Park and Akamba Handicraft for an even fuller experience. Don’t miss out!

Do we stop for any breaks?

We aim to do the Mombasa Walking Tour in between 2 and 4 hours. There is plenty to see in the Fort Jesus Museum and around Old Town, and our guests are always filled with questions, so it’s paced leisurely.

Is the Mombasa Walking Tour safe (Relating to covid 19)?

Yes, it is very safe. Humphrey will have his mask, and you are welcome to keep yours on as well. The majority is outdoors and in well-ventilated areas, though if you’d like to wear it for more crowded, indoor spots like the Fort Jesus Museum, you are more than welcome to.

Can we tip the guide Corona-safely?

You are still welcome to tip in cash, though we can also accept tips through PayPal if you’re looking for a contact-free payment option.

Is wearing a face mask mandatory?

In crowded places, as well as indoor areas, wearing a face mask is recommended. For all tours we ask you to bring your own masks, in case we encounter a busy street or an indoor sighting.

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Ready to book your half or full-day Mombasa city walking tour? Or looking for your own custom-made Mombasa adventure? With Humphrey’s Kenyan roots and more than 15 years of guiding experience, we can also use Mombasa as a jumping off point to an even wider coastal Kenya exploration. Feel free to send a message and we’ll respond within 24 hours to start working on your custom itinerary!

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Mombasa Full Day City Tour

• -Transport for full day
• -All entry feees at Fort Jesus and Haller Park
• -Bottle mineral water
• Entry/Admission - Fort Jesus Museum
• Entry/Admission - Haller Park
• -Drinks taken during meal
• -Tipping to your driver and guide
• Kilindini Harbour., WJWX+GCW, Mombasa, Kenya
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• Infant seats available
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• Fort Jesus Museum
• Akamba Handicraft
• Mombasa Tusks

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• You'll get picked up See departure details
• 1 Akamba Handicraft Stop: 2 hours See details
• 2 Mombasa Stop: 30 minutes See details
• 3 Mombasa Tusks Stop: 45 minutes See details
• 4 Fort Jesus Museum Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included See details
• 5 Haller Park Stop: 2 hours - Admission included See details
• You'll return to the starting point

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Full-Day City Tour

Mombasa, Kenya

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About this trip

Start your day with a visit to Fort Jesus, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Mombasa. Head over to the Old Town, a historic area that dates back to the 12th century. Don't forget to visit the Mandhry Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in the city. For lunch, try the famous Swahili cuisine and seafood dishes at the various city hotels. In the afternoon, head over to Haller Park, a nature reserve that is home to a variety of animals Finish your day with a visit to the Akamba Handicraft Market, where you can browse through a wide range of handcrafted items from woodcarvings to Jewellery.  

What’s included

• Park Entrance Fees
• English Speaking Guide

What’s not included

Available packages.

Minimum of Two Participants, kindly book 2 or more seats

Start your day with a visit to Fort Jesus, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Mombasa. Head over to the Old Town, a historic area that dates back to the 12th century. Don't forget to visit the Mandhry Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in the city. 

For lunch, try the famous Swahili cuisine and seafood dishes at the various city hotels. In the afternoon, head over to Haller Park, a nature reserve that is home to a variety of animals Finish your day with a visit to the Akamba Handicraft Market, where you can browse through a wide range of handcrafted items from woodcarvings to Jewellery.  

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Mombasa City Tour Full Day

Mombasa City Tour

Mombasa  has a long history the traces can be found from the writings of the 16th century making Mombasa city tour rich in heritage. Many traders did attempt to enforce their governance on the town due to its advantageously central location, where Arab influence is felt prominently till date.

The history of The Port of Mombasa dates back many centuries from the existence of the Old Port. The Port served dhows from India, Arabian Gulf and Far East. It is located near Fort Jesus at Mombasa Old Town. ​In 1890, Kenya and Uganda became a British Protectorate under the Imperial British East Africa.

The Portuguese also had their influence on the port that changed the face of the land by burning it almost three times. Believed that Vasco da Gama was the first known European to visit Mombasa, whose purpose of exploration was to spread the Christian faith to further expand Portugal’s trading area. Mombasa became Portugal’s main trading centre of spices, cotton and coffee, where Fort Jesus was constructed. The Fort served as the major center for trading goods that protected the Portuguese from conflicts with locals the remains of which still attracts a great deal of tourists and visitors. As slavery was highly practiced during that era, the local slaves were exchanged for goods.

Colonization perpetuated in Mombasa that promoted European culture over the town and the Kenyan lands. Like in India, the British gained momentum and established control of the port. They even completed a railway line in the early 1900’s from Mombasa to Uganda which is perhaps the major landmark in the history of Mombasa. Thus, from 1887 to 1907, Mombasa remained the capital of the British East Africa Protectorate

Whether on a Full Day or half day Mombasa city tour is a must do when at the coastal beach holiday in Kenya. This gives one insight understanding not only of the beaches but life in this beautiful island. Served with only 3 entrance, Mombasa Island can be accessed from Makupa bridge from Nairobi Mombasa highway, Nyali bridge from the north and through likoni ferry from south coast (Diani).

During full day Mombasa city tour, places to visit includes; Visit the historical and cultural sites, visit Bamburi Nature Trail, and Fort Jesus with lunch included at the famous the Tamarind Dhow.

Fort Jesu s is a must visit during Mombasa city tour. The Fort, built by  the Portuguese  in 1593-1596 to the designs of Giovanni Battista Cairati to protect the port of Mombasa, is one of the most outstanding and well preserved examples of 16th Portuguese military fortification and a landmark in the history of this type of construction.

Haller Park is a nature park in Bamburi, Mombasa, on the Kenyan coast. It is the transformation of a quarry wasteland into an ecological area. Haller Park holds a variety of plant and animal species which serve as a recreation spot for tourists and locals. During the tour of the park and its museum, African safari wildlife would be spotted with a well secure nature trails. Such animals include impala, monkeys, baboons, hippo, buffalos, giraffe, tortoise, snakes at the snake park among others.

Akamba handcraft tops the list of places to visit while on Mombasa city tour. Here you will find all nature of calving from all African wildlife to various artifacts sold locally and internationally.

However city tour of Mombasa is never complete without a tour of the old town where old housing dating 19th century are the main icons, and main street Moi avenue where Mombasa trademark tusks are found. Likoni ferry and newly done and built mama ngina water front are a must visit when on Mombasa city tour .

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Shore Excursion: Full-Day Mombasa City Tour

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• Driver/guide
• Professional guide
• Port pickup and drop-off
• Transport vehicle
• Entry/Admission - Mombasa
• Entry/Admission - Haller Park
• Entry/Admission - Mombasa Tusks
• Food and drinks
• Private Apartments and Villa Any hotel within Mombasa We also pick up from the port of Mombasa from the cruise ships for the day tour and bring clients back to the port.
• Moi Intl Airport, Mombasa Kenya
• Kilindini Harbour., WJWX+GCW, Mombasa, Kenya
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Infant seats available
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
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• joshuay722 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful day visiting animals in Nairobi! We had a great time with Nathan our tour guide as we explored Nairobi National Park, the Elephant Orphanage and the Giraffe Center. It was well organized and relaxing as we were able to see all the animals we wanted and more! Highly recommend! Read more Written March 31, 2024
• 55elayned 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing Experience to Hell’s Gare and Lake Naivasha This was an absolutely incredible experience— saw tons of animals including Zebras, Giraffe, Hippos, Wildabeast, etc. Isaac was the perfect tour guide; very polite, friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Couldn’t recommend the day trip or Isaac’s services enough! (Tiny note for consideration: the bike ride through Hell’s Gate is no joke so be prepared and bring water) Read more Written March 23, 2024
• Xivya 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Safari with Sammy Our Masai Mara safari was really a great experience, we met our guide Sammy in Nairobi and got settled into our Land Cruiser really fast! We stayed at rhino camp which was good and food was great. Sammy was very knowledgeable and tried his best to find us all the animals and get us as close as we could. I would go with them again. Highly recommend! Read more Written March 18, 2024
• maem940 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Masai Mara safari Albert was an amazing driver and guide. We were so lucky to see a leopard. He was also very patient. I left my cellphone in the jeep and he very patiently drove back in the rain (and got stuck in the mud) just to bring it back to me. He went above and beyond. I highly recommend him. Read more Written March 11, 2024
• soniagO4444IE 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The best safari experience ever. Balloon flight was breathtaking . Our guide was exceptional! This was my first safari and it was amazing. Our guide was called Dennis ( not his official name obviously) I think we were very lucky to have him. He is very committed and certainly knows the animals and their habitats very well. A real love for them and passionate about his work. We got to see every single animal that we had hoped to. Even on our very last morning we were supposed to be going for a quick drive and jokingly requested that we hadn’t seen a rhinoceros 🦏…he didn’t bring us back until we had 🥰 Dennis went above and beyond each time he took us out, and certainly didn’t rush to get us back. The staff were also really friendly and accommodating, my only criticism sadly was on the morning we left one of the party had a nasty fall. Again the staff that saw it happen were very concerned and tried to help. They were finally able to get the guest to reception and again Dennis was there to take us to the air strip. He was shocked to see the state of the guest but was assured a few plasters were needed to get us to the airport then we could see a First Aider. He went off to find the nurse to get some help and she wouldn’t come out and said to get the person to hospital. This was totally unnecessary and there was a plane to catch. Dennis was very upset by the nurses lack of care….as were all of us. Read more Written March 10, 2024
• Gilmedinamx 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great experience in africa We had an amazing experience with perfect wilderness. We had a custom tour, including Gorilla trekking in Rwanda, several safari drives on kenya, including Maasai Mara and Samburu, and some days in Zanzibar. Nathan, our driver/guide was amazing, and we got excellent services from the company itself. We stayed at very nice hotels, with delicious food. The price we paid for the whole trip was also excellent, compared to other options. I strongly recommend perfect wilderness to everyone Read more Written March 4, 2024
• Julia E 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Awesome Overnight Trip Ol' Pajeta Our guide Peter was calm, friendly, organised, amenable and knowledgeable. The conservancy has a lot to offer in terms of wildlife and it was thrilling to see rhinos, lions, giraffes and a whole host of other beautiful species. It also has a sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees. The lodge (Serena) looks out over the natural wilderness where we could see rhino and buffalo and various types of gazelle, antelope and warthog. And we heard a lion roaring at night! And lots of great birds from eagles to secretary birds and rollers We loved our tent...very well equipped and comfortable and we appreciated the little touches like the hot water bottles at night! Read more Written March 3, 2024
• munyambua 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing Experience With Munyambo Adventures Great customer experience with a customer centric approach. The driver, was courteous, the company provided essentials for travels and some goodies.Awesome time keeping, Patient experience during the travels. Had time to wait for a herd of elephants to cross.The experience was amazing, our guide went above and beyond in the tour, did the impossible to make the experience u forgettable and let us see all the animals, he wouldn’t rest until we had seen them all and had the best experience! Fully recommended. Read more Written March 3, 2024
• saa944 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Really bad Booked this from the UK as our first experience of a Kenyan Safari, however we were significantly disappointed. Sevea items noted in the listing are false advertising It is definitely a budget safari despite it stating "mid-luxury acccomodation" on the listing. The accommodation itself has not been maintained - toilet was not flushable until 10 minutes after the last person used it. Breakfast and lunch were basic options- toast and egg, and pasta and veg. The listing also stated that water was included. This is not the case so come prepared. Water is only included when you are on the safari truck- not in the accommodation. Be prepared to purchase water during breakfast, lunch and dinner. I personally liaised with Sylvia before booking to confirm dietary requirements. I was told that either halal or vegetarian options would be available. The picnic lunch provided had Ham with no alternatives. This meant we had to eat the muffin and fruit instead - there are no places to purchase alternative food when in the masai mara Park. Another discrepancy with the listing is the 3 day safari and description. It was actually a 1.5 day safari. The last day was spent at the masai village ($20 entrance fee plus $$$$ in tips which are requested). Come with small dollar bills as tips are expected from everyone you interact with. The customer service after was also ridiculous with Sylvia mentioning that we were the only ones with the issue. This isn't true as there was a vegetarian in our group who also raised the same issue. Really disappointing Read more Written February 29, 2024

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Mombasa city sightseeing tour.

Mombasa city tour package is a day trip to explore the historic Mombasa city which history dates back to the 900AD. The City is located in the Mombasa Island. Places to visit in Mombasa will include; The Elephant Tusks, Fort Jesus, Old Town, Marikiti Market and the Akamba handcraft. The full day Mombasa guided city tour will include; transport, all entrance fees, guided tour and lunch.

Mombasa City Tour Itinerary

Our driver will pick you up from the hotel at 08.00 am and start off the drive to Mombasa. Arriving in Mombasa City stop by the Elephant Tusks. Built in the 1950s to commemorate visits by the British royal family, the elephant tusks originally comprised two wooden structures resembling tusks; nowadays, there are four aluminium tusks forming an M shape.

Elephant Tusks in Mombasa

The driver will then drive you to Fort Jesus where you will be met by our professional guide who will take you through the monument as she explain to you its history and its significance to Mombasa. She will later guide you to Old town and the Marikiti Market. At the Marikiti Market you will be able to learn about the swahili foods and spices. Later head to Forodhani Restaurant for Lunch.

Fort Jesus Mombasa

After Lunch our driver will drive you Akamba Handcraft. Akamba hand craft is named after the Akamba tribe, who are the most skilled wood carvers in Kenya. With nearly 3000 associated handywomen and men working on wood carvings & craftmanship of any size watch them and get explanations of their arts & craft. You can purchase from their huge variety of carvings at a great price.

Akamba Handcraft Mombasa

Our driver will later drive you back to your hotel.

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The tour can be incorporated with Mombasa  Airport/ Hotel transfer. If you have an afternoon or evening flight. We can customize the tour and drop you at the airport on time for your flight

Mombasa City Tour package Includes;

-Pick up and Drop-off from your Hotel/ Airport in Diani Beach / Mombasa

-Guided tour as per the Itinerary

-All Entrance Fees

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Mombasa City Tours are our 1 day’s top-rated tours and activities in Mombasa and are ideal for travelers or those with limited time available! The city of Mombasa is located on Kenya’s coast on the Indian Ocean on the southern tip of Kenya, about 480 km (300 miles) southeast of Nairobi. Our one-day trips and guided excursions to Mombasa’s most popular attractions and destinations include exploring Mombasa’s Old Town w alking Tour, visiting Fort Jesus Museum, enjoying Haller Park (Bamburi nature trails), Nyalis Mamba Village crocodile farm, visiting Bombolulu Cultural Centre and Workshop, Tamarind’s Dhow lunch or dinner cruise, visit Mombasa Marine National Park and Reserve for swimming, snorkeling, and windsurfing.

Other 1 Day Mombasa getaways include a game drive in Shimba Hills National Reserve, bird walking trips to Arabuko-Sokoke National Forest, Nguuni Nature, and wildlife Sanctuary in Nguu Tatu Hills, Kipepeo Butterfly Project, visit Kilifi Mnarani Ruins, Mandhry Mosque (the Oldest Mosque In Mombasa), Mombasa Tusk’s monument, relax at Mombasa is Nyali Beach, Day trip to Tsavo East National Park, visit Diani Beach South Of Mombasa, explore Kongowea Market (a Local Market), a day trip to Watamu visiting Mida Creek and the Ruins of Gedi., a wildlife day trip to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary in Tsavo, go shopping at the Akamba Wood Carvers (wood carvings souvenirs), and visiting Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park and Wasini Island. 

Our Mombasa Day tours include a friendly English – speaking qualified guide to help you experience the majestic wonders available on Mombasa Island!  Mombasa half-day tours are (usually 3- 4 hours), while a full-day (approximately 6 – 8 hours).

Mombasa City Tours , Mombasa Day Trips, and Mombasa Island short-1 day safaris explore the city of Mombasa and its Outskirts. Mombasa town is the second-largest city in Kenya lying next to the Indian Ocean and has a major port and an international airport.

The distance from Nairobi to Mombasa is 500 kilometers while the flight duration is only 45 Minutes. Mombasa is home to some of the best white sand beaches in the world.

The Indian Ocean offers everything from swimming and water sports to deep-sea fishing, sailing, and scuba diving. Mombasa also has an interesting cultural history as well as fascinating architecture and great restaurants and clubs.

You can experience it all through our City Tours which are interesting and guided. Here are some of the amazing things you can do and see in Mombasa; explore Mombasa’s Old Town, visit Fort Jesus, and enjoy Nature at its Peak at Haller Park, Nguuni Nature Sanctuary adventures, Mamba Village tour, Head to Go-Kart or take a photograph at the Mombasa Tusks & take a stroll in the nearby park.

Spend an afternoon at Mama Ngina Drive, stop in Jahazi Coffee House and have a coffee, try Swahili dishes at Blue Room restaurant, go for a boat ride at Tudor Water-Sports and restaurant, relax on Pirates beach and enjoy fresh seafood, etc.

Other things to do while in Mombasa include eating some pizza at Pistachios, wine, and dining at Yul’s restaurant, visiting the Bombolulu workshop, venturing to Kongowea market, exploring the Marikiti Market, heading out to Maasai Market, walking along the beach, or taking a ferry ride.

You can also go cruising in the Tamarind Dhow, stop at Cafesserie for the best Kenyan coffee, take a day trip to Kilifi or Malindi, enjoy a cocktail drink at Forty Thieves beach bar, go for a swim, explore the Mombasa Marine National Park, enjoy great food in a fabulous setting of The Moorings or take a TukTuk ride.

Arabuko Sokoke Forest Mombasa 1 Day Tour – Kenya

Arabuko Sokoke Forest Mombasa 1 Day Tour takes you to the Arabuko Sokoke Forest located on the coast of Kenya, 110 km north of Mombasa. Expert guides accompany you on the forest walks to help identify rare birds like Sokoke Scops Owl, Sokoke Pipit, East Coast Akalat, Spotted Ground Thrush etc. The forest is also lovely for nature walks. Animals include Elephant-shrew, Sokoke bushy-tailed Mongoose, Duiker, waterbuck, Bushbuck, Caracal and syke’s monkeys etc.

Bombolulu Workshop Shopping Mombasa Island Tour – Kenya

Bombolulu Workshop Mombasa shopping tour is an excursion to a Non-Profit Organization that produces crafts of high quality products such as jewelry, textile, wood and leather. The centre employs over 100 staff both men and women artisans with physical limitations and different abilities and helps to empower them economically and socially to become fully Integrated members of their communities. The tour also visits the Akamba Wood Carving Factory for Handicraft.

Chale Island Day Trip and Walking Safari in Gazi Boardwalk – Kenya

Chale Island Day Trip and Walking Safari in Gazi Boardwalk is a tour to Chale Island – a little paradise located a few km’s from Mombasa Diani Beach to the south. It is a perfect place for day excursions and boat day trips to explore the small heaven on earth. The island can be reached within 30 minutes drive from Diani, 1.5 hour from Mombasa and it is only bare 70 kilometers from the border of Tanzania. Enjoy snorkeling, quiet swimming in the lagoon, and local women boardwalk.

Deep Sea Fishing & Big Game Fishing Mombasa Day Trip – Kenya

Deep Sea Fishing & Big Game Fishing Mombasa Day Trip takes you to any of the following Mombasa fishing destinations: Shimoni, Kilifi and Watamu. The Trip lasts 4 Hours and fishing is done throughout the year in Kenya. Fish Caught Include: Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Dorado, Kingfish, Barracuda, Giant Trevally etc. Day fishing trips in Mombasa could be 6 Hours or 8 Hours. You will have a captain, 2 crew, snacks, soft drinks, beer and first class fishing gear & bait on our day tour.

Deep Sea Fishing And Big Game Fishing Mombasa Day Trip – Kenya

Single Day Deep Sea Big Game Fishing Trip to Any of the Following Mombasa Fishing Destinations: Shimoni, Kilifi and Watamu. The Trip lasts 4 Hours and Fishing is Done Throughout the Year in Kenya. Fish Caught Include: Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Dorado, Kingfish, Barracuda, Giant Trevally etc. Whether you are an experienced fisherman looking for a new challenge or a newcomer to the sport, we have something for everyone.Day fishing trips in Mombasa could be 6 Hours or 8 Hours.

Fort Jesus Museum Mombasa Sounds & Light Show Tour: Starts at 2000 Hours - Kenya

Fort Jesus Museum Mombasa Sounds & Light Shows with fireworks take place in Fort Jesus Museum, a Unesco World Heritage site located in Mombasa’s Old Town area along Nkurumah road on the coastline. The tour offers an affordable and great way to learn the rich history, culture, and heritage of Mombasa and of Fort Jesus Museum via a spectacular sound and light show. The tour begins at 2000 hours and upon entering Fort Jesus Museum, you are served a complimentary non-alcoholic local drink and some snacks to give you an authentic experience of Fort Jesus Mombasa. Next, you take an inside tour of the Fort which is lit with more than 500 candles and intelligent lighting bringing the glory of Fort Jesus as it was more than 400 years ago. This is followed by the Fort Jesus Sound and Light Show with Fireworks. Once the show is completed, you are served with traditional Swahili Dinner of barbeque Chicken, Skewers, French fries, and Salad. The Fort Jesus Sound and Light Show and the Night Tour in Mombasa take place every week throughout the Year, Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. You can book tickets for each day by calling 0721-242-711 or You can book now online.

Fort Jesus Museum Mombasa Guided Tour (1 to 3 Hours)

Fort Jesus Museum Mombasa Kenya Day Tour – Fort Jesus National Museum is a popular cultural attraction and a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Mombasa. A visit to the fort provides a fantastic introduction to the history of Mombasa and the wars that took place between the Muslim Arabs and the Christian Europeans for control of the area. The fort is located 490 km (304.5 miles) from Nairobi and is located about 3 km from the Old Town of Mombasa along Nkurumah road. The fortress was built by the Portuguese during the late 16th century to secure the safety of the Portuguese living on the East Coast of Africa. The fort served as a barrack for the Portuguese soldiers and later when the British protectorate was proclaimed, it was converted into a prison. Fort Jesus Museum is symbolic of the history of the town of Mombasa and one of the most visited tourist attraction sites in Kenya. The tour of the Museum takes about 1-3 hours to look around depending on your interest and level of fitness and includes excellent tour guides who know every detail of the history of the Portuguese Fort built in 1593. The Fort Jesus museum is open daily from 0800 hours - 1800 hours.

Fort Jesus & Jumba Ruins Mombasa Guided Day Tour (Includes Lunch & a School visit) – Kenya

Mombasa City Tours 1 Day Fort Jesus Jumba Ruins Trip is a popular guided day tour that explores the historical sites of Mombasa, including Fort Jesus National Museum and Jumba la Mtwana Ruins site. Our 1-Day Mombasa historical sites Adventure starts with collection from your hotel in Mombasa at 0800 hours. We visit the Fort Jesus Museum, a fortress built by the Portuguese during the late 16th century in the Old Town of Mombasa. This fort is now a significant historical landmark in Kenya managed by the National Museums Association of Kenya. The museum is also registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guided tour of fort Jesus Museum takes about 1-3 hours to look around depending on your interest and level of fitness. Our historical sites of Mombasa tour also visit Jumba la Mtwana – located a little less than 13 miles (20 km) from the island Mombasa near Mtwapa Creek and the ruins are all that remains of the small historical Swahili town that was deserted about 500 years ago. Our historical sites of Mombasa include lunch at Jumba Ruins Monsoons Restaurant and later visit a local school before returning to your accommodation in the early evening, bringing your action-packed day tour to a close.

Funzi Island Boat Excursion Mombasa Full Day Tour – Kenya

Funzi Island Boat Excursion Mombasa is a full day Motor Canoe Ride Along River Ramisi Known for its Natural Attractions: Bird-Life and Crocodiles. Take a break at Funzi Mangrove Resort for Lunch and Later Enjoy a Swimming Episode or Sunbath at the Sand Banks on Funzi Island. Funzi Island Full Day Boat Day Trip offers an exciting Day Tour across the attractions of Funzi Bay. Explore a Swahili Village. Funzi bay is located at the south coast, thirty five kilometers south of Diani Beach.

Funzi Island Mombasa Half Day Boat Trip Along River Ramisi – Kenya

Funzi Island Mombasa Half Day Boat Trip along River Ramisi is a Mombasa 1 Day adventure – filled Trip in Funzi Island by Boat through amazing Mangroves and Meandering Estuary of the Ramisi River that is Home of Crocodiles and rare beautiful Birds. Stop at the Sand Bank across the bay for a Stroll, Swim and Explore the Funzi Village. The trip is a 5 hour tour. Enjoy half day excursions along Ramisi River for a chance to see crocodiles, mangrove forests and numerous bird life.

Malindi 1 Day Tour from Mombasa – Kenya

Gedi Ruins and Malindi Marine Park 1 Day Tour from Mombasa explore the Historic Site near Malindi called as Gedi Ruins, – a sumptuous lunch and a visit to the Malindi Marine National Park in the Indian Ocean to see Coral Reefs, Tropical Fish, Barracuda, Turtles and Dolphins etc. Gedi Ruins are located along the Mombasa-Malindi road, 65 miles from Mombasa and 10 miles from Malindi. Visit a Snake Farm, the Falconry and a local village to watch Giriama dancers.

Haller Park & Nguuni Nature Sanctuary Mombasa Day Tour – Kenya

Haller Park & Nguuni Nature Sanctuary Mombasa Day Tour is a 1 day wildlife and Nature Trip to the Haller Park and Nguuni Nature Sanctuary. Haller Park has a variety of wildlife including hippos, giraffes, buffalo's and antelopes as well as smaller mammals and birds. You will have lunch at Ngomongo villages then proceed to Nguuni Nature Sanctuary; only 4 kilometers away from Haller Park. One can feed giraffes and ostriches and also enjoy bird and nature walks here.

Hallar Park Bamburi Nature Trail Mombasa Day Trip – Kenya

Hallar Park Bamburi Nature Trail Mombasa Day Trip is a guided educational tour to a sanctuary for lost and orphaned wild animals located next to the Bamburi Cement Factory. The Park has a variety of animals such as hippos, giraffes, buffalo's, zebras, waterbucks, elands, Oryx etc. There are reptiles, insects and a botanical garden. One walks along the trails looking at the various animals and feeding a reptile such as a snake is allowed under close supervision.

Mamba Village Crocodile Farm Mombasa Day Tour – Kenya

Mamba Village Crocodile Farm Mombasa Day Tour is a to Mamba Village – one of the Must See Attractions of Mombasa. Enjoy watching Crocodiles being Fed, have a Drink and Sample the Crocodile Meat in Nyali-Mombasa. The farm is the largest Crocodile Farm in Africa, with over 10,000 Crocodiles and is located 10 kilometers from Mombasa Island along the Nyali area at links Road opposite the Nyali Golf club.

Mida Creek Gede Ruins Mombasa Full Day Tour

Mombasa full day tour to Gede Ruins and Mida Creek in Watamu is a full day excursion. The tour begins with a drive to Mida Creek Creek (100 km's from Mombasa). Enjoy a guided walk around a mangrove forest, bird watching, take a boat ride and swim in the creek. After the delicious lunch, a short half hour drive gets you to Gede Ruins. A guided visit in the ruins will help you discover more about the ancient town of Gede. Later drive back to Mombasa drop off at your hotel/ residence.

Mombasa Half Day Sightseeing Trip – Kenya

Mombasa Half Day Sightseeing Trip is a 4 hour excursion of the city of Mombasa. The Trip drives you through old town, Baobab forest along Mama Ngina Drive before visiting the Fort Jesus Museum built by the Portuguese at the end of the 16th century. You also get to walk through the city streets with diverse and fascinating population, see the Elephant Tusks famous landmark in the city etc. Visit the Akamba Handicraft Industry, where you can shop for wood carvings, beads and soapstone.

Mombasa Full Day City Tour (1 Day Mombasa City Sightseeing) – Kenya

Mombasa city sightseeing trip for a full day includes a tour to the old Arab town, with its maze of narrow twisting alleys displaying the beautifully curved doors and verandahs, bazaars with curio and antique shops, the Dhow harbor still in use, a Hindu temple, a visit to the Akamba wood carvers. Lunch at the Tamarind Restaurant and visit Fort Jesus Bamburi Nature Trail and to see abundant wildlife including hippo, antelope, birds, reptiles, snakes, giant tortoises, crocodiles and giraffe.

Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip Safari from Mombasa – Kenya

Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip Safari from Mombasa takes you to a Community Wildlife Elephant Sanctuary called Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary. There are as many as 150 Elephants residing there. The park lies in the Shimba Hills forest near the Kwale and is located 45 km's southwest of Mombasa. It is adjacent to the Shimba Hills National Reserve. Apart from elephants, other wildlife include zebra, warthog, bushbuck, waterbuck, baboons etc.

Ngomongo Village Cultural Day Tour of Mombasa – Kenya

Ngomongo Village Cultural Day Tour of Mombasa is a half day guided trip to an Eco-Cultural Village located in Mombasa with a collection of 10 Diverse Rural Kenya Tribal Homesteads. Participate in Activities such as Archery, Boating, Rafting, Tasting Tribal Foods, Trekking, Hook Fishing, Grinding and Pounding of Maize. Ngomongo Cultural Center is located along the road leading to Five Star Hotels in Shanzu.

Rent-Hire a Dhow in Diani Beach Mombasa for Private Tours & Trips – Kenya

Rent-Hire a Dhow in Diani Beach for Private Tours/ Excursions; These are tailor-made Dhow Safaris to Kisite Marine Park & Wasini Island. The dhow can be rent for few hours or whole day. Dhow rental rates per hour and per day. Diani Beach is located at Kenya South Coast and has a wonderful beach, islands excursions, fun activities that attracts tourists from all over the world as well as local residents and citizens.

Scuba Diving at Kisite Marine Park Mombasa 1 Day Tour – Kenya

Scuba Diving at Kisite Marine Park Mombasa 1 Day Tour is a full day scuba diving and fun dive excursion in Kisite Marine Park in Mombasa. Two dives will be done in the morning giving you a chance to enjoy a sumptuous late lunch. Introductory Dives (Fun Dive) – a short dive (around 30 minutes) is offered for those who have never tried diving before. Scuba Diving (For Qualified Divers) is offered for all levels of divers.

Shimba Hills National Reserve 1 Day Safari from Mombasa – Kenya

Shimba Hills National Reserve 1 Day Safari from Mombasa departs daily from Mombasa Island to Shimba National Reserve – Kenya's last remaining habitat of the Rare Sable Antelope and home to elephants, buffalo, black and white colobus monkeys, leopard, bush babies and a variety of birds. The Reserve located 56 kilometers from Mombasa and covers 74 Square Miles in size. The access to the Park is via Diani South Coast.

Snorkeling, Dolphin Spotting at Kisite Park Mombasa 1 Day Tour – Kenya

Snorkeling & Dolphin Spotting at Kisite Marine Park Mombasa 1 Day Tour is a private day trip to Wasini Island and Kisite Marine Park. This is a day full of fun and includes snorkeling and dolphin spotting. You get to ride by dhow, enjoy sea food lunch, visit Shimoni slave cave and Mukriro Village. While at the Indian Ocean in the deep waters you have chances of spotting Dolphins. Snorkel and marvel at the rich marine life where corals, exotic fish and sea plants are protected.

Swahili Cultural Tour to Seba Farm Mombasa Half Day Trip – Kenya

Swahili Cultural Tour to Seba Farm Mombasa Half Day Trip visits Seba Farm to see how papaya and Piri Piri grow. Visit a local traditional Giriama Village which gives you a true insight into the Swahili culture and tradition. You will also visit the village school, where you meet the teacher and students of different classes and Nguuni Wildlife Sanctuary to witness a spectacular sunset with giraffes, ostriches e.t.c at close range.

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Tamarind Dhow Mombasa Dinner Cruise: Tamarind Dhow Dinner Cruise commencing at 6.30 pm, begins with a welcome "Dawa" cocktail as the Dhow sails smoothly towards Fort Jesus. The twinkling lights of Mombasa and the starlit skies provide idyllic surroundings for a delicious seafood dinner meticulously prepared in Swahili style on the deck in front of the guests. Tamarind Dhow Dinner Cruise starts at 6.30 pm and the Dhow gently glides back to the Tamarind Jetty by 10.30 pm.

Tamarind Dhow Lunch Cruise Mombasa Island – Kenya

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Venice tests a 5-euro fee for day-trippers as the city grapples with overtourism

The Associated Press

Stewards check tourists' QR code access outside the main train station in Venice, Italy, on Thursday. Luca Bruno/AP hide caption

Stewards check tourists' QR code access outside the main train station in Venice, Italy, on Thursday.

VENICE, Italy — Under the gaze of the world's media, the fragile lagoon city of Venice launched a pilot program Thursday to charge day-trippers a 5-euro (around $5.35) entry fee that authorities hope will discourage visitors from arriving on peak days and make the city more livable for its dwindling residents.

Visitors arriving at Venice's main train station were greeted with large signs listing the 29 dates through July of the plan's test phase that also designated separate entrances for tourists, and residents, students and workers.

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"We need to find a new balance between the tourists and residents,'' said Simone Venturini, the city's top tourism official. "We need to safeguard the spaces of the residents, of course, and we need to discourage the arrival of day-trippers on some particular days."

Not all residents, however, are persuaded of the efficacy of the new system in dissuading mass tourism , insisting that only a resurgence in the population will restore balance to a city where narrow alleyways and water buses are often clogged with tourists.

Hundreds of Venetians protested against the program, marching festively though the city's main bus terminal behind banners reading "No to Tickets, Yes to Services and Housing." Protesters scuffled briefly with police with riot gear who blocked them from entering the city, before changing course and entering over another bridge escorted by plainclothes police. The demonstration wrapped up peacefully in a piazza.

Citizens and activists stage a protest against Venice Tax Fee in Venice on Thursday. Luca Bruno/AP hide caption

Citizens and activists stage a protest against Venice Tax Fee in Venice on Thursday.

Tourists arriving at the main station encountered almost as many journalists as stewards on hand to politely guide anyone unaware of the new requirements through the process of downloading the QR code to pay the fee.

Arianna Cecilia, a tourist from Rome visiting Venice for the first time, said she thought it was "strange" to have to pay to enter a city in her native country, and be funneled through separate entrance ways for tourists. She and her boyfriend were staying in nearby Treviso, and so downloaded the QR code as required, but she was still caught off-guard while soaking in her first view ever of Venice's canals by the sight of the entrance signs and her boyfriend telling her to get out the ticket.

On the other side of the entrance ways, workers in yellow vests carried out random checks at the train station. Transgressors faces fines of 50 to 300 euros ($53 to $320), but officials said "common sense" was being applied for the launch.

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The requirement applies only for people arriving between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Outside of those hours, access is free and unchecked.

Venice has long suffered under the pressure of overtourism, and officials hope that the pilot project can help provide more exact figures to better manage the phenomenon.

The city can track the number of hotel visitors, which last year numbered 4.6 million and is down 16% from pre-pandemic highs. But the number of day visitors, which make up the majority of the crowds in Venice, could only be estimated until recently.

Stewards check a tourist's QR code access outside the main train station in Venice. Luca Bruno/AP hide caption

Stewards check a tourist's QR code access outside the main train station in Venice.

A Smart Control Room set up during the pandemic has been tracking arrivals from cellphone data, roughly confirming pre-pandemic estimates of 25 million to 30 million arrivals a year, said Michele Zuin, the city's top economic official. That includes both day-trippers and overnight guests.

But Zuin said the data is incomplete.

"It's clear we will get more reliable data from the contribution" being paid by day-trippers, he said.

Venturini said the city is strained when the number of day-trippers reaches 30,000 to 40,000. On peak days, local police set up one-way traffic for pedestrians to keep the crowds moving.

Residents opposing the day-tripper tax insist that the solution to Venice's woes are to boost the resident population and the services they need, limiting short-term rentals to make available more housing and attract families back from the mainland.

Last year, Venice passed a telling milestone when the number of tourist beds exceeded for the first time the number of official residents, which is now below 50,000 in the historic center with its picturesque canals.

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"Putting a ticket to enter a city will not decrease not even by one single unit the number of visitors that are coming,'' said Tommaso Cacciari, an activist who organized a protest Thursday against the measure.

"You pay a ticket to take the metro, to go to a museum, an amusement park. You don't pay a ticket to enter a city. This is the last symbolic step of a project of an idea of this municipal administration to kick residents out of Venice," he said.

Venice officials expected paid day-tripper arrivals Thursday to reach about 10,000. More than 70,000 others had downloaded a QR code denoting an exemption, including to work in Venice or as a resident of the Veneto region. Hotels in Venice, including in mainland districts like Marghera or Mestre, should provide a QR code attesting to their stay, which includes a hotel tax.

Venturini, the tourist official, said that interest in Venice's pilot program has been keen from other places suffering from mass tourism, including other Italian art cities, and municipalities abroad such as Barcelona, Spain, and Amsterdam.

But Marina Rodino, who has lived in Venice for 30 years, doesn't see the fee as the cure-all. Neighboring apartments in her residential building near the famed Rialto Bridge once inhabited by families are now short-term apartment rentals.

The corner butcher shop closed. Yet she noted that the new entrance fee requirement will still allow young people to flood the city in the evening for the traditional aperitivo, which can grow rowdy.

She was passing out mock European Union passports for "Venice, Open City," underlining the irony of the new system, and challenging its legal standing with citations from the Italian Constitution guaranteeing its citizens the right to "move or reside freely in any part of the national territory."

"This is not a natural oasis. This is not a museum. It is not Pompeii. It is a city, where we need to fight so the houses are inhabited by families, and stores reopen. That is what would counter this wild tourism,'' Rodino said.