Fun Things to do in Mombasa

Mombasa is a city in the Kenyan coast. It is one of the places to visit when you want a relaxed and fun yet educative safari. Apart from visiting the beach there are several other things to do during a visit to Mombasa. See them below.

Visit Fort Jesus

Fort Jesus is a historical museum in Mombasa. It is opened everyday for visitors at a small fee. There guides in Mombasa who are ready to direct tourists to Fort Jesus as long as you pay them a small fee as well. Fort Jesus is famous for being used as a prison cell and torture room for slaves who were held captive by Portuguese. It was built in 1593. The slaves were held there and later shipped away.

A walk in the Old Town

The Old Town in Mombasa is an ancient Arabic town setting. The town was built back in the days in Arabic designs with very narrow streets separating the rich architectural buildings. The buildings are old yet quite admirable and a walk in the narrow streets is like a walk in the past future. The buildings are today used as curio shops where you can buy beautiful fabrics, ornaments and antiques.

‘Interact’ with crocodiles

Mamba (Swahili word for crocodile) Village is located in Nyali, Mombasa. It is one of the largest crocodile farms in E. Africa. If you have always wanted to see crocodiles but fear getting attacked by them, this is a good place to fight this fear and fulfill your desire. The crocodiles are kept in an enclosure where you can view and feed them without them reaching to you. It is always exciting to watch them fight for food during feeding time. If you are traveling with your kids, there is a playground set for them to enjoy kids’ activities during the visit.

Relax at Mama Ngina Drive

Mama Ngina Drive is a perfect place to take a break yet still enjoy the beauty of Mombasa. At Mama Ngina Drive you will be able to see ships as they enter and leave Kilindini harbor. It is also a great place to view beautiful sunrise. There are several restaurants from which you can view all this while enjoying a meal or your favorite drink.

Dinner on the Tamarind Dhow

Transfer from the Hotel to the Tamarind Restaurant where you will board the Arab Dhow. Sail down Tudor Creek past Fort Jesus. A wonderful seafood dinner is served on board the dhow whilst a live band entertains you.Dolphin Spotting & Snorkeling in KisiteMpunguti Marine Park
Pick up from your Hotel after an early breakfast (recommended time is 0630hrs).

Tour begins with a short briefing then drive to the countryside in a tour van or minibus shuttle through beautiful coconut plantation to “Shimoni” jetty.

We sail from Shimoni peer to KisiteMpunguti Marine Park in a dhow – a traditional Arab sailing boat. On our journey, we search for one of the many schools of resident dolphins to enjoy watching these beautiful mammals. Then we head to coral reefs of the marine park where we go for snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean.

We will continue our journey to Wasini Island where delicious Swahili lunch is served. In the afternoon, a guided visit to the island including its “Coral Garden” (optional) closes up the day’s activities.

Return to the Hotel late in the afternoon.

There are several other amazing activities to do in Mombasa that cannot be exhausted in one article. We will give you a follow up part 2 very soon. Enjoy your stay!