Mombasa: Half-Day City Tour
ID: GYG880212-1384378
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Country: Kenya
Country: Kenya
Duration: 04:00 hours
Description
Discover the culture, origins, and fun of Mombasa on a half-day city tour. Explore Mombasa’s exotic markets for personal treasures, and tour the city’s Arabic and Portuguese past.
Discover the culture, origins, and fun of Mombasa on a half-day city tour that is part history and part shopping. Explore Mombasa’s exotic markets for personal treasures, and tour the city’s Arabic and Portuguese past.
Start your tour with a pickup from your hotel in Mombasa. Then, head to the Old Town of Mombasa to learn about the Swahili and Arabic culture. Visit the Fort Jesus Museum, synonymous with the history of the East African Coast.
Next, head to the food and spice market to get a glimpse into the lives of the local people. Then, see the trademark Elephant tusks, the gateway to Mombasa. Continue to the Likoni Channel, the port entry into Kenya.
Visit the Akamba wood carving factory to see local talents in arts. Finally, go shopping and experience the local culture before being dropped off back at your hotel.
Discover the culture, origins, and fun of Mombasa on a half-day city tour that is part history and part shopping. Explore Mombasa’s exotic markets for personal treasures, and tour the city’s Arabic and Portuguese past.
Start your tour with a pickup from your hotel in Mombasa. Then, head to the Old Town of Mombasa to learn about the Swahili and Arabic culture. Visit the Fort Jesus Museum, synonymous with the history of the East African Coast.
Next, head to the food and spice market to get a glimpse into the lives of the local people. Then, see the trademark Elephant tusks, the gateway to Mombasa. Continue to the Likoni Channel, the port entry into Kenya.
Visit the Akamba wood carving factory to see local talents in arts. Finally, go shopping and experience the local culture before being dropped off back at your hotel.
Highlights
- Discover the city's Arabic and Portuguese past and witness their influence
- Explore Mombasa’s exotic markets and shop for personal treasures
- Visit the Old Town of Mombasa and learn about Swahili and Arabic culture
- See the trademark Elephant Tusks, the gateway to Mombasa
- Visit the Akamba wood carving factory and see local talents in arts
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun
Carry water to stay hydrated
Be prepared for moderate walking
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun
Carry water to stay hydrated
Be prepared for moderate walking
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Mombasa
- Entry to Fort Jesus Museum
- Visit to the food and spice market
- Visit to the Akamba wood carving factory
- Transportation in a van
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.