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Tours from Mombasa, Mombasa City Tours, Safaris from
Mombasa City Excursions
HALF-DAY MOMBASA TOWN TRAIL
The colorful island town of Mombasa with its blend of ancient and
modern buildings on the Indian Ocean is Kenya principal port and
the country's second's largest city. A comprehensive tour of the
islands includes the Arab Old Town, with its maze of narrow twisting
alleys displaying the beautiful carved doors and Arab verandas,
bazaars with curio and antique shops, the Dhow Harbor (still in
use), a Hindu temple, a visit to the Akamba wood carvers and a drive
to the bazaar fir a short shopping expedition. The highlight of
the tour is probably the visit to Fort Jesus. Built in 1593 by the
Portuguese to guard the entrance to the Old Dhow Harbor, it is the
Island's Landmark. Four hundred years old, the fort still stands
and serves as a historical museum.
HALF-DAY COASTAL CULTURAL TRAIL
The tour provides a glimpse into the traditions and cultures of
the coastal people with a visit to a Giriama or Digo village with
our local guide. Continue to Kaloleni to visit the local market
and thereafter drive to Kenya Marine land on the north Coast to
observe numerous species of tropical marine life in giant aquariums.
A snake park, situated nearby is also visited and you can watch
carvers at work producing the famous "Makonde" pieces
of art.
HALF DAY SHIMBA HILLS TRAILS
The Shimba Hills, a short drive from Mombasa, are over a thousand
feet high with a view of both the Indian Ocean and the African Bush.
Rare animals like the Roan and Sable antelopes are seen in this
area besides elephants, buffaloes and a wide variety of bird lives.
FULL DAY MALINDI GEDI TRAIL
Drive North to Kilifi through attractive country covered by extensive
sisal plantations dotted with huge baobab trees. Continue on to
the ancient city of Gedi - a 13th century ruin in the heart of the
dense forest. Proceed to the coastal town of Malindi for lunch and
an exploration of the marine park in a glass-bottomed boat where
an experienced guide takes you goggling. Later visit a nearby village
and watch the Giriama tribe perform exciting tribal dances before
driving back to Mombasa by sundown.
FULL DAY CITY TRAIL/LUNCH/NATURE
TRAIL
A comprehensive morning tour of the island including a visit to
Fort Jesus is followed by lunch at the Mamba Village. Mamba is the
Swahili name for crocodile and this "village" is really
a crocodile farm. Depart after lunch for the Bamburi Quarry Nature
Trail. The wasteland of the stone quarry has been reclaimed and
amongst the casuarina trees and other tropical flora reside a variety
of wildlife and birds. Eland and buffalo, crocodiles and other reptiles
can be seen wandering with crowned cranes. The commercially viable
aquaculture complex is also visited.
TAMARIND DHOW CRUISE/ CITY TOUR/NATURE TRAIL
LUNCH DINNER ONLY
A 12.00 hrs or 18.30 hrs departure from the Tamarind jetty for the
lunch or evening cruise respectively. After a welcome cocktail,
the Tamarind Dhow - Nawalicker (meaning Gateway to Heaven) cruises
past the Old Town and fort Jesus. Fantastic seafood meals prepared
by the world famous Tamarind Restaurant is enjoyed while a local
band plays music to suit all tastes. A trio-lingual guide, fully
ticked bar and friendly service all adds to the unforgettable atmosphere.
14.45 hrs or 22.30 hrs return to the jetty and thereafter to your
hotel.
FULL DAY TSAVO EAST TRAIL
Leaving Mombasa before sunrise, proceed in the direction of Nairobi
for about 115 kms arriving at the Bachuma Gate where you enter the
east section of the Tsavo National Park. You will see water birds
at home on the Aruba Dam on your way to Voi Safari Lodge where lunch
will be served. After lunch, go on a game drive returning to Mombasa
in the late afternoon.
FULL DAY TAITA HILLS TRAILS
An early morning two hours drive from Mombasa on the Mombasa Nairobi
highway brings you to the game sanctuary at the Taita Hills. In
the sanctuary enjoy a game drive where cheetah and lion may be seen
as well as herds of elephants. Lunch will be served at the Taita
Hills lodge after which you drive back to Mombasa and your hotel.
FULL DAY WASINI ISLANDS &
KISITE DHOW
Depart from the Shimoni (the place of caves) jetty at 9.00 am aboard
a converted Lamu Dhow and sail for the Kisite Marine National Park.
Snorkel along a fringing reef of Kisite Island and marved at the
coral and shoals of fish. A seafood lunch is served at an Arab restaurant
on Wasini Island. Wasini village is a true fishing community with
strong Arab and coastal influences. Guests should wear suitable
attire so as not to offend the villagers
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