Excursions Departing Mombasa

The colourful island town of Mombasa with its blend of ancient and modern buildings on the Indian Ocean is Kenya’s principal port and the country’s second largest city.

A comprehensive tour of the island include the old Arab town, with it’s maze of narrow twisting alleys displaying the beautifully curved doors and verandahs, bazaars with curio and antique shops, the Dhow harbour still in use, a Hindu temple, a visit to the Akamba wood carvers and a drive to the bazaar for 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 harbour, it is the island’s Landmark. Four hundred years old, the port still stands and serves as a historical museum.

Price per person $50.00

Drive north to Kilifi through attractive country covered by extensive sisal plantations dotted with huge baobab trees. Cross the scenic creek and continue onto the ancient city of Gedi-a 13th century ruin in the heart of a dense forest.

Thereafter proceed onto 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 on goggling and snorkelling. Later, visit a nearby village and watch the Giriama tribe perform exciting tribal dances before driving back to Mombasa by sundown

Price per person $100.00

Dine and cruise aboard the Tamarind dhow. The Tamarind restaurant is one of the finest in East Africa, with their world-famous cuisine giving you an unforgettable dining experience.

Lunchtime and evening cruises available.

Tour Highlights: cruise on the Tudor channel with excellent sea-food lunch/dinner, music and drinks to go with the romantic atmosphere

Price per person $100.00

Enjoy a sun-drenched day of snorkelling, dolphin viewing, bird watching and sailing in the Kisite Mpunguti marine park.

This popular coastal sea and land excursion offers a full day of activities featuring sailing on a traditional Dhow.

The tour includes Dolphin encounters and a seafood lunch.

Price per person $100.00

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, which offers an opportunity 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.

Price per person $50.00

Visit Shimba Hills to experience cool sea breezes, frequent mists and early morning clouds. Known for waterfalls, forests and bird viewing.

The reserve is about 30 km south of Mombasa and a quick 10 km from Diani beach.

Price per person $120.00

Lamu is a truly unique place, town unaffected by the passage of time it is a romantic town that has survived time without undergoing changes for almost a whole century.

Lamu streets are narrow and winding. There are probably more dhows to be seen here than anywhere else along the East African Coast. The beach is magnificent and uncluttered. It’s one of the most relaxing places you will ever have the pleasure to visit. 

Note this excursion is by light aircraft to Manda Island, with boat transfer to your overnight hotel. This safari can also start from Mombasa by road.

Price per person $600.00

Few places evoke such romance as the exotic spice islands of Zanzibar.

A turbulent history of wealth and power in the history of East Africa, they are today sleepy islands with the sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean washing up on the shores of virgin white sandy beaches.

Note this excursion requires a flight from Kenya to Zanzibar (Tanzania). For flights landing in Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), you will transfer by boat to Zanzibar harbour.

Price per person $600.00

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