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Haller Park & Bamburi Nature Trail

  • DurationHalf day
  • Group size1–12 guests
  • DifficultyEasy
  • AvailabilityOn request
From KES 6,500 per person
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Haller Park & Bamburi Nature Trail

Overview

Haller Park and the Bamburi nature trail

Haller Park, on Mombasa’s north coast at Bamburi, is one of the more unusual attractions on the Kenyan coast: a shaded network of walking trails and ponds built on land that used to be an exhausted limestone quarry. A long-running rehabilitation project, led by the Swiss agronomist Dr René Haller, gradually turned the bare quarry into the forested park and wildlife sanctuary visitors walk through today, and it remains a well-known example of industrial land restoration in East Africa.

What you will see

Walking trails wind past fenced habitats and open ponds holding giant tortoises, eland, oryx, buffalo, hippo and a resident population of Nile crocodiles, alongside butterfly enclosures and a reptile section. A giraffe feeding platform is a highlight for children, and the park’s shaded paths and fish ponds make it a comfortable half-day out, even in the heat of the day.

A family-friendly pace

Because the paths are flat, well-marked and shaded by mature trees, Haller Park suits a relaxed pace for families with young children as well as older visitors who prefer not to walk long distances in the sun. A local guide can point out plant and animal life along the way and explain the site’s history.

How the visit works

Pickup is from Mombasa and north-coast hotels, and the visit itself usually takes around two to three hours, including time at the giraffe platform and the crocodile and tortoise areas. It can be combined with a Mombasa Old Town visit or a Bamburi beach afternoon for a fuller day.

Good to know

The price is a guide per adult and includes the park entry fee and a guide. Giraffe feed and some optional extras inside the park may carry a small separate charge on site. The final price is confirmed in writing before payment.

Highlights

  • A rehabilitated former quarry turned nature park
  • Giraffe, eland, hippo and buffalo along shaded walking trails
  • A crocodile and giant tortoise sanctuary
  • Easy, mostly flat walking paths

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Morning or afternoon – Hotel pickup

    Transfer to Haller Park in Bamburi, on Mombasa’s north coast.

  2. 2

    Park visit

    Guided walk through the trails, giraffe feeding platform and the crocodile and tortoise sanctuary.

  3. 3

    Return

    Transfer back to your hotel, or continue to a nearby beach or Old Town visit.

What’s included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Mombasa and the north coast
  • entry fee to Haller Park
  • local guide
  • bottled water

Not included

  • Lunch
  • giraffe or tortoise feed where charged separately
  • tips
  • personal expenses

Practical information

Departure
Mombasa and north coast hotels, morning or afternoon
Pickup
Mombasa, Nyali, Bamburi and Shanzu hotels
Meeting point
Confirmed after pickup location is provided
Accommodation
Half-day tour, no accommodation included
Best time to go
Year-round
Recommended age
All ages; a favourite with young children
Cancellation & changes
Free request changes before final confirmation; final terms depend on the selected supplier.
How to book
Submit your dates and guest details. Our team confirms availability and the final itinerary before payment.
Guide price basis
Per adult, half-day visit from Mombasa with transport, guide and park entry fee. This is an estimate based on current market rates; the final price is confirmed in writing before any payment.

Frequently asked questions

What was Haller Park before it was a park?

The site began as a limestone quarry for a nearby cement factory; a rehabilitation project led by Dr René Haller turned the exhausted quarry into the forested nature park visitors see today.

Is it suitable for small children and strollers?

Yes, the paths are mostly flat and shaded, though some sections have loose gravel or steps near ponds.

How long does a visit take?

Most visitors spend around two to three hours walking the trails and viewing points.

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