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The 15 Best Things to Do in Mombasa

102 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.7 average  ·  from $30

Portuguese walls, a Swahili stone town, a tusk-shaped arch over Moi Avenue and a reef within reach. These 15 Mombasa days are priced and timed, and the ones that run south to Wasini are flagged so you know how early the boat leaves.

Walking Tour Through Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus - Spice Market in Mombasa: oldest market, lots to smell and compare
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Walking Tour Through Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus

Mombasa: Kisite Park Private Cruise with Breakfast and Lunch - Pickup, Drive, and Morning Logistics From Mombasa or Diani
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Mombasa: Kisite Park Private Cruise with Breakfast and Lunch

2.Kisite Park Private Cruise with Breakfast and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 181 reviews · 8 hours · from $163

Private cruise from Mombasa or Diani to Kisite-Mpunguti for dolphins and snorkeling, plus Wasini Island lunch and Shimoni Slave Caves.

“What a fantastic experience!!! Jimmy, Ali Baba and the captain were all so knowledgeable, fun and kind :) We were thrilled to see SO many dolphins. Everything was perfect, truly! Thank you :)”

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Mombasa City Tour - Walking old town lanes, Swahili and Arab culture in street form
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Mombasa City Tour

3.Mombasa City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · from $45

Small-group Mombasa city tour with Fort Jesus, Old Town streets, tusks, markets, and tuk tuk rides, plus pickup and water for $45.

“This was a fantastic tour. Anthony was a very knowledgeable guide. We did a walking tour of the Old City, Fort Jesus, Mama Ngina Waterfront and a some of the new city of Mombasa including the Elephant Tusks. Anthony was kind enough Read more”

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Mombasa: Tusks, Fort Jesus, Old Town, Beach and City Tour - Pickup, tuk-tuks, and how the route flows
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Mombasa: Tusks, Fort Jesus, Old Town, Beach and City Tour

4.Tusks, Fort Jesus, Old Town, Beach and City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 137 reviews · from $30Best value

See Mombasa’s Fort Jesus, Old Town, Spice Market, Pembe za Ndovu tusks, and Mamangina Beach in one guided tour with tastings and photo help.

“Highly recommend this tour. Albeit young, the guide - Juma, is very knowledgeable, takes well care of the group, friendly, charming and takes you through all the main highlights of Mombasa. Guide also provided us comfortable transport from hotel and back in Nyali and also paid for our tuk tuk rides between some stops in the city. Tour took around 4 hours. Honestly one of the best guides I had in my trips!”

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Half-Day Scenic Bike Tour - Meeting at 8:00 am in Shanzu, and Ending Where You Started
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Half-Day Scenic Bike Tour

5.Half-Day Scenic Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · from $48

Cycle from Shanzu into Mombasa countryside and creeks on unpaved roads, with gear and snacks included on four difficulty routes.

“I had this excursion on 2/23/24 on a Sunday. I had julius as a tour guide and he was fantastic. He brought me to all of the side villages and he biked at a moderate pace. The scenery was amazing (posting photos with review). He also explained Read more”

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2 Days Tsavo East National Park Tour From Mombasa/Diani (1 Night) - Game Drives That Actually Improve Your Odds
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2 Days Tsavo East National Park Tour From Mombasa/Diani (1 Night)

6.2 Days Tsavo East National Park Tour From Mombasa/Diani (1 Night)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $506

Private 2-day Tsavo East safari from Mombasa or Diani with 3 guided game drives, lodge stay, meals, park fees, and hotel pickup.

“Our guide Kelvin was wonderful, he shared great information with humor and clarity, knew the park and animal patterns, and organized every step of the tour perfectly The vehicle was comfortable with the top open for great viewing and safetRead more”

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Mombasa: Guided Nature Walk Amongst Giraffes - The guided walk at your pace: what happens once you start
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Mombasa: Guided Nature Walk Amongst Giraffes

7.Guided Nature Walk Amongst Giraffes

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 48 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Guided walk at Nguuni Nature Sanctuary in Mombasa, with close giraffe encounters, conservation lessons, and responsible wildlife viewing.

“Tour war nach einer Stunde vorbei. Treffpunkt wurde falsch angezeigt, Uber hat uns dementsprechend falsch abgeliefert.”

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Visit to Fort Jesus and the Old Town of Mombasa - Old Town walking: Swahili lanes, Arab architecture, and old port traces
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Visit to Fort Jesus and the Old Town of Mombasa

8.Visit to Fort Jesus and the Old Town of Mombasa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $40

Fort Jesus Museum and Mombasa Old Town walk with Tuk Tuk ride, Swahili lanes, markets, temples, and the famed elephant tusks.

“Omar was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and informative. He took us on a tour of the old town, discussing the history and current way of life there. Constantly greeted by locals who esteemed him, he’s a charming man.”

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2-Day Safari in Taita Hills from Mombasa - Day 1 Morning: Game Drive at Ngutuni Sanctuary and a Waterhole Lunch
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2-Day Safari in Taita Hills from Mombasa

9.2-Day Safari in Taita Hills from Mombasa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $399

2-day safari from Mombasa to Tsavo East and Taita Hills, overnight at Sarova Salt Lick, meals and drives included, from $399.

“An unforgettable experience, luxury accommodation in the middle of nature. With photogenic sunset and sunrise. The very professional guide Hasan took us to places with amazing views. Even night safari. Very good services.”

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3 Days Safari Tsavo East and Taita Hills Saltlick Lodge - Tsavo Park safari: what to expect on the first day
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3 days safari Tsavo East and Taita hills (Saltlick lodge)

Full Day Private Tour of Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa - The 5:30 am Mombasa departure, and why the timing is part of the game
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Full Day Private Tour of Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa

11.Full Day Private Tour of Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · from $315

Private Tsavo East safari from Mombasa with early gate entry, Aruba Dam waterhole viewing, lunch in the park, hotel pickup.

“Absolutely great. The tour guide to work together with each other and communicate different sightings throughout the area to ensure you see the most you can in the time frame you have. I was thoroughly satisfied with the wildlife I was able to see. I would definitely recommend this”

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Wasini Island: Dolphin Spotting & Snorkel at Kisite Mpunguti - Dhow Cruise to Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park and Dolphin-Spotting Odds
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Wasini Island: Dolphin Spotting & Snorkel at Kisite Mpunguti

12.Wasini Island: Dolphin Spotting & Snorkel at Kisite Mpunguti

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 42 reviews · 9 hours · from $130

Dhow cruise for dolphins and snorkeling at Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park, then seafood lunch and village walk on Wasini Island.

“The activity was 2/5. We unfortunately didn’t see dolphins, but that’s okay. The snorkelling felt rushed so you didn’t get much time to enjoy and see what was out there. The restaurant they chose was also not good. It was unfortunately not worth the money.”

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Moi International Airport To Diani Beach Taxi Services - The drive to Diani Beach: timing, comfort, and route confidence
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Moi International Airport To Diani Beach Taxi Services

13.Moi International Airport To Diani Beach Taxi Services

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $54

Prebook a private taxi from Moi International Airport (MBA) to Diani Beach, Kenya. Clean cars, on-time pickup, up to 4 per group.

“I am a single woman travelling around Kenya without pre-organized transportation. I contacted Elky a couple days before I wanted to travel and they responded right away. The driver was very good and was flexible when I wanted to stop. He used AC which seems to be rRead more”

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Mombasa: Tsavo East National Park Day Trip with Lunch - Elephants, lions, and the Galana River: what you can realistically spot
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Mombasa: Tsavo East National Park Day Trip with Lunch

14.Tsavo East National Park Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 41 reviews · 8 hours · from $153

Day trip from Mombasa to Tsavo East National Park for dust-red elephants, possible lion sightings, Yatta Plateau views, and a hot lunch.

“Wycieczka super, głównie dzięki świetnemu kierowcy - przewodnikowi - Francis - wielkie dzięki ! Francis bardzo starał się, aby pokazać nam jak najwięcej atrakcji ! Dzięki niemu udało się nam zobaczyć lwice schowane w zaroślach - tak długo krążył wokół ich kryjówki, aż udało się je wywabić z ukrycia !”

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Mombasa: Tsavo East Ngutuni Sanctuary Overnight Safari - The Roof Pop-Up Van and the Driver-Guide Experience
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Mombasa: Tsavo East Ngutuni Sanctuary Overnight Safari

15.Tsavo East Ngutuni Sanctuary Overnight Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 40 reviews · 2 days · from $450

2-day Tsavo East Ngutuni overnight safari from Mombasa, waterhole-view lodge, 3 game drives, red jumbo elephants, small group.

“Esperienza spettacolare! Essenziale e perfetta la guida di Amin che ci ha spiegato e portato nei posti migliori per avvistare gli animali della savana! Il lodge è bellissimo, pulito, in una posizione perfetta”

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