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Mombasa town is Kenya’s second largest town and main port. It has a history stretching back nearly 2,000 years, during which it was colonized by the Portuguese, Arabs and the British respectively. The town is actually on a small island, and is a cosmopolitan blend of African, Arabic, Asian and European cultures. The old town of Mombasa is a fascinating and worth exploring for its maze of its narrow streets and architecture. The original inhabitants of Mombasa live in the old town and it is not worthy visiting the place–which has historical ties with Zanzibar. As a matter of fact and historically, the town of Mombasa and many other coastal towns including Kilifi, Malindi and Lamu were colonies of the Sultan of Zanzibar then and there were intermarriages and other exchange of social and economic activities.

A visit to Kenya’s coast is not complete without a visit to the Fort Jesus, now a Museum to see and learn history of this Castle (Fort) which the Portuguese built and fortified to keep away their enemies around 1400AD. It is also connected to the history of slave trade in East Africa. Later on the Portuguese were driven out by the Oman Arabs who occupied this Fort and turned it to slave tunnel to the sea. You can also visit the port of Mombasa and go shopping for antiques and souvenirs along Kilindini Road now Moi Avenue.

Other Mombasa Excursions l Deep Sea Fishing l Marine Tours l Cultural Tours in Mombasa l Shimba Hills Tour

SKS 011X:Romantic Tamarind Dhow
Transfer to the dhow "Nawalikher", meaning Gateway to Heaven. Sail gently down the Mombasa creek while you sip cocktails and your tour leader points out places of interest and recalls anecdotes of the East Africa coast's colorful past. An excellent four course dinner with a choice of seafood or a meat course is the highlight of the evening. More Info On Dhow Safaris

SKS 014X: Mombasa City Tour
The day begins with a tour of Mombasa, including a visit to the famous Fort Jesus and the Akamba wood carvers. After lunch at a local restaurant, travel to Haller Park (formerly known as the Bamburi Nature Trail). The area was reclaimed from a coal quarry and turned into a nature trail. Hippos, buffalo, antelope and bird-life may be seen together with fish that is to be found on the Fish Farm within the park.

SKS 020X: Indian Ocean Dhow Cruise
The morning begins with a tour of Mombasa, including Fort Jesus, the old Town and and Akamba wood carvers. After a delicious meal of seafood at noon board a dhow and cruise down the Tudor Creek, stopping at a floating market along the way.

SKS 022X: Dhow Adventure Full Day
A full day cruises on a traditional dhow with lunch, entertainment and a visit to the Kipepee Aquarium, with over 150 species of fish. Lunch is included in the excursion price.

SKS 024X: Kisite Mpunguti Marine National Park
A full day gives you time to snorkel or scuba dive among the superb coral gardens or spend time bird watching. More Info...

SKS 028X: Tsavo East National Park
A full day of game drives in the largest park in Kenya searching for the "Big Five" among other species of wildlife. Lunch at a safari lodge is included in the trip plus park entrance fees and transport to and from the game santuary. More Info...