Mombasa City Tours - 1 Day’s Top-rated Tours & Activities in Mombasa
Mombasa City Tours are our 1 day’s top-rated tours and activities in Mombasa and are ideal for travelers or those with limited time available! The city of Mombasa is located on Kenya’s coast on the Indian Ocean on the southern tip of Kenya, about 480 km (300 miles) southeast of Nairobi. Our one-day trips and guided excursions to Mombasa’s most popular attractions and destinations include exploring Mombasa’s Old Town walking Tour, visiting Fort Jesus Museum, enjoying Haller Park (Bamburi nature trails), Nyalis Mamba Village crocodile farm, visiting Bombolulu Cultural Centre and Workshop, Tamarind’s Dhow lunch or dinner cruise, visit Mombasa Marine National Park and Reserve for swimming, snorkeling, and windsurfing.
Other 1 Day Mombasa getaways include a game drive in Shimba Hills National Reserve, bird walking trips to Arabuko-Sokoke National Forest, Nguuni Nature, and wildlife Sanctuary in Nguu Tatu Hills, Kipepeo Butterfly Project, visit Kilifi Mnarani Ruins, Mandhry Mosque (the Oldest Mosque In Mombasa), Mombasa Tusk’s monument, relax at Mombasa is Nyali Beach, Day trip to Tsavo East National Park, visit Diani Beach South Of Mombasa, explore Kongowea Market (a Local Market), a day trip to Watamu visiting Mida Creek and the Ruins of Gedi., a wildlife day trip to Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary in Tsavo, go shopping at the Akamba Wood Carvers (wood carvings souvenirs), and visiting Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park and Wasini Island.
Our Mombasa Day tours include a friendly English – speaking qualified guide to help you experience the majestic wonders available on Mombasa Island! Mombasa half-day tours are (usually 3- 4 hours), while a full-day (approximately 6 – 8 hours).
Mombasa City Tours, Mombasa Day Trips, and Mombasa Island short-1 day safaris explore the city of Mombasa and its Outskirts. Mombasa town is the second-largest city in Kenya lying next to the Indian Ocean and has a major port and an international airport.
The distance from Nairobi to Mombasa is 500 kilometers while the flight duration is only 45 Minutes. Mombasa is home to some of the best white sand beaches in the world.
The Indian Ocean offers everything from swimming and water sports to deep-sea fishing, sailing, and scuba diving. Mombasa also has an interesting cultural history as well as fascinating architecture and great restaurants and clubs.
You can experience it all through our City Tours which are interesting and guided. Here are some of the amazing things you can do and see in Mombasa; explore Mombasa’s Old Town, visit Fort Jesus, and enjoy Nature at its Peak at Haller Park, Nguuni Nature Sanctuary adventures, Mamba Village tour, Head to Go-Kart or take a photograph at the Mombasa Tusks & take a stroll in the nearby park.
Spend an afternoon at Mama Ngina Drive, stop in Jahazi Coffee House and have a coffee, try Swahili dishes at Blue Room restaurant, go for a boat ride at Tudor Water-Sports and restaurant, relax on Pirates beach and enjoy fresh seafood, etc.
Other things to do while in Mombasa include eating some pizza at Pistachios, wine, and dining at Yul’s restaurant, visiting the Bombolulu workshop, venturing to Kongowea market, exploring the Marikiti Market, heading out to Maasai Market, walking along the beach, or taking a ferry ride.
You can also go cruising in the Tamarind Dhow, stop at Cafesserie for the best Kenyan coffee, take a day trip to Kilifi or Malindi, enjoy a cocktail drink at Forty Thieves beach bar, go for a swim, explore the Mombasa Marine National Park, enjoy great food in a fabulous setting of The Moorings or take a TukTuk ride.
Mombasa City Tours
Arabuko Sokoke Forest Mombasa 1 Day Tour – Kenya
Arabuko Sokoke Forest Mombasa 1 Day Tour takes you to the Arabuko Sokoke Forest located on the coast of Kenya, 110 km north of Mombasa. Expert guides accompany you on the forest walks to help identify rare birds like Sokoke Scops Owl, Sokoke Pipit, East Coast Akalat, Spotted Ground Thrush etc. The forest is also lovely for nature walks. Animals include Elephant-shrew, Sokoke bushy-tailed Mongoose, Duiker, waterbuck, Bushbuck, Caracal and syke’s monkeys etc.
Bombolulu Workshop Shopping Mombasa Island Tour – Kenya
Bombolulu Workshop Mombasa shopping tour is an excursion to a Non-Profit Organization that produces crafts of high quality products such as jewelry, textile, wood and leather. The centre employs over 100 staff both men and women artisans with physical limitations and different abilities and helps to empower them economically and socially to become fully Integrated members of their communities. The tour also visits the Akamba Wood Carving Factory for Handicraft.
Chale Island Day Trip and Walking Safari in Gazi Boardwalk – Kenya
Chale Island Day Trip and Walking Safari in Gazi Boardwalk is a tour to Chale Island – a little paradise located a few km’s from Mombasa Diani Beach to the south. It is a perfect place for day excursions and boat day trips to explore the small heaven on earth. The island can be reached within 30 minutes drive from Diani, 1.5 hour from Mombasa and it is only bare 70 kilometers from the border of Tanzania. Enjoy snorkeling, quiet swimming in the lagoon, and local women boardwalk.
Deep Sea Fishing & Big Game Fishing Mombasa Day Trip – Kenya
Deep Sea Fishing & Big Game Fishing Mombasa Day Trip takes you to any of the following Mombasa fishing destinations: Shimoni, Kilifi and Watamu. The Trip lasts 4 Hours and fishing is done throughout the year in Kenya. Fish Caught Include: Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Dorado, Kingfish, Barracuda, Giant Trevally etc. Day fishing trips in Mombasa could be 6 Hours or 8 Hours. You will have a captain, 2 crew, snacks, soft drinks, beer and first class fishing gear & bait on our day tour.
Deep Sea Fishing And Big Game Fishing Mombasa Day Trip – Kenya
Single Day Deep Sea Big Game Fishing Trip to Any of the Following Mombasa Fishing Destinations: Shimoni, Kilifi and Watamu. The Trip lasts 4 Hours and Fishing is Done Throughout the Year in Kenya. Fish Caught Include: Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Dorado, Kingfish, Barracuda, Giant Trevally etc. Whether you are an experienced fisherman looking for a new challenge or a newcomer to the sport, we have something for everyone.Day fishing trips in Mombasa could be 6 Hours or 8 Hours.
Fort Jesus Museum Mombasa Sounds & Light Show Tour: Starts at 2000 Hours - Kenya
Fort Jesus Museum Mombasa Sounds & Light Shows with fireworks take place in Fort Jesus Museum, a Unesco World Heritage site located in Mombasa’s Old Town area along Nkurumah road on the coastline. The tour offers an affordable and great way to learn the rich history, culture, and heritage of Mombasa and of Fort Jesus Museum via a spectacular sound and light show. The tour begins at 2000 hours and upon entering Fort Jesus Museum, you are served a complimentary non-alcoholic local drink and some snacks to give you an authentic experience of Fort Jesus Mombasa. Next, you take an inside tour of the Fort which is lit with more than 500 candles and intelligent lighting bringing the glory of Fort Jesus as it was more than 400 years ago. This is followed by the Fort Jesus Sound and Light Show with Fireworks. Once the show is completed, you are served with traditional Swahili Dinner of barbeque Chicken, Skewers, French fries, and Salad. The Fort Jesus Sound and Light Show and the Night Tour in Mombasa take place every week throughout the Year, Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. You can book tickets for each day by calling 0721-242-711 or You can book now online.
Fort Jesus Museum Mombasa Guided Tour (1 to 3 Hours)
Fort Jesus Museum Mombasa Kenya Day Tour – Fort Jesus National Museum is a popular cultural attraction and a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Mombasa. A visit to the fort provides a fantastic introduction to the history of Mombasa and the wars that took place between the Muslim Arabs and the Christian Europeans for control of the area. The fort is located 490 km (304.5 miles) from Nairobi and is located about 3 km from the Old Town of Mombasa along Nkurumah road. The fortress was built by the Portuguese during the late 16th century to secure the safety of the Portuguese living on the East Coast of Africa. The fort served as a barrack for the Portuguese soldiers and later when the British protectorate was proclaimed, it was converted into a prison. Fort Jesus Museum is symbolic of the history of the town of Mombasa and one of the most visited tourist attraction sites in Kenya. The tour of the Museum takes about 1-3 hours to look around depending on your interest and level of fitness and includes excellent tour guides who know every detail of the history of the Portuguese Fort built in 1593. The Fort Jesus museum is open daily from 0800 hours - 1800 hours.
Fort Jesus & Jumba Ruins Mombasa Guided Day Tour (Includes Lunch & a School visit) – Kenya
Mombasa City Tours 1 Day Fort Jesus Jumba Ruins Trip is a popular guided day tour that explores the historical sites of Mombasa, including Fort Jesus National Museum and Jumba la Mtwana Ruins site. Our 1-Day Mombasa historical sites Adventure starts with collection from your hotel in Mombasa at 0800 hours. We visit the Fort Jesus Museum, a fortress built by the Portuguese during the late 16th century in the Old Town of Mombasa. This fort is now a significant historical landmark in Kenya managed by the National Museums Association of Kenya. The museum is also registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guided tour of fort Jesus Museum takes about 1-3 hours to look around depending on your interest and level of fitness. Our historical sites of Mombasa tour also visit Jumba la Mtwana – located a little less than 13 miles (20 km) from the island Mombasa near Mtwapa Creek and the ruins are all that remains of the small historical Swahili town that was deserted about 500 years ago. Our historical sites of Mombasa include lunch at Jumba Ruins Monsoons Restaurant and later visit a local school before returning to your accommodation in the early evening, bringing your action-packed day tour to a close.
Funzi Island Boat Excursion Mombasa Full Day Tour – Kenya
Funzi Island Boat Excursion Mombasa is a full day Motor Canoe Ride Along River Ramisi Known for its Natural Attractions: Bird-Life and Crocodiles. Take a break at Funzi Mangrove Resort for Lunch and Later Enjoy a Swimming Episode or Sunbath at the Sand Banks on Funzi Island. Funzi Island Full Day Boat Day Trip offers an exciting Day Tour across the attractions of Funzi Bay. Explore a Swahili Village. Funzi bay is located at the south coast, thirty five kilometers south of Diani Beach.
Funzi Island Mombasa Half Day Boat Trip Along River Ramisi – Kenya
Funzi Island Mombasa Half Day Boat Trip along River Ramisi is a Mombasa 1 Day adventure – filled Trip in Funzi Island by Boat through amazing Mangroves and Meandering Estuary of the Ramisi River that is Home of Crocodiles and rare beautiful Birds. Stop at the Sand Bank across the bay for a Stroll, Swim and Explore the Funzi Village. The trip is a 5 hour tour. Enjoy half day excursions along Ramisi River for a chance to see crocodiles, mangrove forests and numerous bird life.
Malindi 1 Day Tour from Mombasa – Kenya
Gedi Ruins and Malindi Marine Park 1 Day Tour from Mombasa explore the Historic Site near Malindi called as Gedi Ruins, – a sumptuous lunch and a visit to the Malindi Marine National Park in the Indian Ocean to see Coral Reefs, Tropical Fish, Barracuda, Turtles and Dolphins etc. Gedi Ruins are located along the Mombasa-Malindi road, 65 miles from Mombasa and 10 miles from Malindi. Visit a Snake Farm, the Falconry and a local village to watch Giriama dancers.
Haller Park & Nguuni Nature Sanctuary Mombasa Day Tour – Kenya
Haller Park & Nguuni Nature Sanctuary Mombasa Day Tour is a 1 day wildlife and Nature Trip to the Haller Park and Nguuni Nature Sanctuary. Haller Park has a variety of wildlife including hippos, giraffes, buffalo's and antelopes as well as smaller mammals and birds. You will have lunch at Ngomongo villages then proceed to Nguuni Nature Sanctuary; only 4 kilometers away from Haller Park. One can feed giraffes and ostriches and also enjoy bird and nature walks here.
Hallar Park Bamburi Nature Trail Mombasa Day Trip – Kenya
Hallar Park Bamburi Nature Trail Mombasa Day Trip is a guided educational tour to a sanctuary for lost and orphaned wild animals located next to the Bamburi Cement Factory. The Park has a variety of animals such as hippos, giraffes, buffalo's, zebras, waterbucks, elands, Oryx etc. There are reptiles, insects and a botanical garden. One walks along the trails looking at the various animals and feeding a reptile such as a snake is allowed under close supervision.
Mamba Village Crocodile Farm Mombasa Day Tour – Kenya
Mamba Village Crocodile Farm Mombasa Day Tour is a to Mamba Village – one of the Must See Attractions of Mombasa. Enjoy watching Crocodiles being Fed, have a Drink and Sample the Crocodile Meat in Nyali-Mombasa. The farm is the largest Crocodile Farm in Africa, with over 10,000 Crocodiles and is located 10 kilometers from Mombasa Island along the Nyali area at links Road opposite the Nyali Golf club.
Mida Creek Gede Ruins Mombasa Full Day Tour
Mombasa full day tour to Gede Ruins and Mida Creek in Watamu is a full day excursion. The tour begins with a drive to Mida Creek Creek (100 km's from Mombasa). Enjoy a guided walk around a mangrove forest, bird watching, take a boat ride and swim in the creek. After the delicious lunch, a short half hour drive gets you to Gede Ruins. A guided visit in the ruins will help you discover more about the ancient town of Gede. Later drive back to Mombasa drop off at your hotel/ residence.
Mombasa Half Day Sightseeing Trip – Kenya
Mombasa Half Day Sightseeing Trip is a 4 hour excursion of the city of Mombasa. The Trip drives you through old town, Baobab forest along Mama Ngina Drive before visiting the Fort Jesus Museum built by the Portuguese at the end of the 16th century. You also get to walk through the city streets with diverse and fascinating population, see the Elephant Tusks famous landmark in the city etc. Visit the Akamba Handicraft Industry, where you can shop for wood carvings, beads and soapstone.
Mombasa Full Day City Tour (1 Day Mombasa City Sightseeing) – Kenya
Mombasa city sightseeing trip for a full day includes a tour to the old Arab town, with its maze of narrow twisting alleys displaying the beautifully curved doors and verandahs, bazaars with curio and antique shops, the Dhow harbor still in use, a Hindu temple, a visit to the Akamba wood carvers. Lunch at the Tamarind Restaurant and visit Fort Jesus Bamburi Nature Trail and to see abundant wildlife including hippo, antelope, birds, reptiles, snakes, giant tortoises, crocodiles and giraffe.
Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip Safari from Mombasa – Kenya
Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip Safari from Mombasa takes you to a Community Wildlife Elephant Sanctuary called Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary. There are as many as 150 Elephants residing there. The park lies in the Shimba Hills forest near the Kwale and is located 45 km's southwest of Mombasa. It is adjacent to the Shimba Hills National Reserve. Apart from elephants, other wildlife include zebra, warthog, bushbuck, waterbuck, baboons etc.
Ngomongo Village Cultural Day Tour of Mombasa – Kenya
Ngomongo Village Cultural Day Tour of Mombasa is a half day guided trip to an Eco-Cultural Village located in Mombasa with a collection of 10 Diverse Rural Kenya Tribal Homesteads. Participate in Activities such as Archery, Boating, Rafting, Tasting Tribal Foods, Trekking, Hook Fishing, Grinding and Pounding of Maize. Ngomongo Cultural Center is located along the road leading to Five Star Hotels in Shanzu.
Rent-Hire a Dhow in Diani Beach Mombasa for Private Tours & Trips – Kenya
Rent-Hire a Dhow in Diani Beach for Private Tours/ Excursions; These are tailor-made Dhow Safaris to Kisite Marine Park & Wasini Island. The dhow can be rent for few hours or whole day. Dhow rental rates per hour and per day. Diani Beach is located at Kenya South Coast and has a wonderful beach, islands excursions, fun activities that attracts tourists from all over the world as well as local residents and citizens.
Scuba Diving at Kisite Marine Park Mombasa 1 Day Tour – Kenya
Scuba Diving at Kisite Marine Park Mombasa 1 Day Tour is a full day scuba diving and fun dive excursion in Kisite Marine Park in Mombasa. Two dives will be done in the morning giving you a chance to enjoy a sumptuous late lunch. Introductory Dives (Fun Dive) – a short dive (around 30 minutes) is offered for those who have never tried diving before. Scuba Diving (For Qualified Divers) is offered for all levels of divers.
Shimba Hills National Reserve 1 Day Safari from Mombasa – Kenya
Shimba Hills National Reserve 1 Day Safari from Mombasa departs daily from Mombasa Island to Shimba National Reserve – Kenya's last remaining habitat of the Rare Sable Antelope and home to elephants, buffalo, black and white colobus monkeys, leopard, bush babies and a variety of birds. The Reserve located 56 kilometers from Mombasa and covers 74 Square Miles in size. The access to the Park is via Diani South Coast.
Snorkeling, Dolphin Spotting at Kisite Park Mombasa 1 Day Tour – Kenya
Snorkeling & Dolphin Spotting at Kisite Marine Park Mombasa 1 Day Tour is a private day trip to Wasini Island and Kisite Marine Park. This is a day full of fun and includes snorkeling and dolphin spotting. You get to ride by dhow, enjoy sea food lunch, visit Shimoni slave cave and Mukriro Village. While at the Indian Ocean in the deep waters you have chances of spotting Dolphins. Snorkel and marvel at the rich marine life where corals, exotic fish and sea plants are protected.
Swahili Cultural Tour to Seba Farm Mombasa Half Day Trip – Kenya
Swahili Cultural Tour to Seba Farm Mombasa Half Day Trip visits Seba Farm to see how papaya and Piri Piri grow. Visit a local traditional Giriama Village which gives you a true insight into the Swahili culture and tradition. You will also visit the village school, where you meet the teacher and students of different classes and Nguuni Wildlife Sanctuary to witness a spectacular sunset with giraffes, ostriches e.t.c at close range.
Tamarind Dhow Dinner Cruise Mombasa Island – Kenya
Tamarind Dhow Mombasa Dinner Cruise: Tamarind Dhow Dinner Cruise commencing at 6.30 pm, begins with a welcome "Dawa" cocktail as the Dhow sails smoothly towards Fort Jesus. The twinkling lights of Mombasa and the starlit skies provide idyllic surroundings for a delicious seafood dinner meticulously prepared in Swahili style on the deck in front of the guests. Tamarind Dhow Dinner Cruise starts at 6.30 pm and the Dhow gently glides back to the Tamarind Jetty by 10.30 pm.
Tamarind Dhow Lunch Cruise Mombasa Island – Kenya
Tamarind Dhow Mombasa Lunch Cruise: Enjoy lunch while sailing in a Dhow in Mombasa Island. Tamarind Dhow is an authentic ocean going Jahazi (Traditional Arab Sailing Boats), formerly used for cargo trading along the Kenyan Coast and to the Arab States. Tamarind Dhow has been completely refurbished as floating Restaurant. Tamarind Dhow Mombasa Lunch-time Cruise departs from the Tamarind jetty at.1.00 pm and the Dhow returns to the jetty at 3.00 pm.
Tsavo East National Park 1 Day Trip Safari from Mombasa – Kenya
Tsavo East National Park 1 Day Trip Safari from Mombasa is a quick and affordable 1 day getaway in Kenya's famous Tsavo East National Park from Mombasa. The park is located about 160 kilometers – approximately 2½ hours drive from Mombasa. You will enjoy 6 hours of wildlife game drives. Major attractions include Yatta plateau, Mudanda rock, Aruba dam, Galana river, Lugard's falls, man-eaters of Tsavo. There are buffalo's, zebras, rhinos, hippo, lion, giraffe, oryx etc.
Visit & Help in a local Orphanage Mombasa Day Tour – Kenya
Visit & Help in a local Orphanage Mombasa Day Tour offers you an opportunity to visit a local children’s orphanage in Mombasa. You can choose to bring food, like wheat flour, oil, bread, toilet rolls, cleaning items, washing powder etc bought from the local supermarkets. You could bring clothes and shoes from home, friends and workmates. Some of the orphanages visited include Wa Salama, Lioness Cubs Home, Shikamana School, Footprints, Hermann Nursery & Primary School etc.
Wasini Island Mombasa Sunset Dhow Cruise & Seafood Dinner Tour – Kenya
Wasini Island Mombasa Sunset Dhow Cruise & Seafood Dinner tour departs at 1530 Hours to Shimoni jetty. You sail away on the spacious and comfortable deck. Enjoy a glass of wine or fresh coconut. Watch the beautiful tropical sunset colors of the sky change from bright pinks and blues to magnificent golden colors. After sunset enjoy your favorite drink as you sail back to Wasini Island. Enjoy a sumptuous 7 course dinner at the Coral Spirit restaurant.
Wasini Island Dolphin Spotting, Snorkeling, Lunch & Sunset Cruise – Kenya
Wasini Island Dolphin Spotting, Snorkeling, Lunch & Sunset Cruise Tour is a Mombasa full day Trip at Wasini Island, South Coast and includes Dolphin spotting, Snorkeling, lunch and the amazing sunset. Wasini Island is located on the Southern coast of Kenya next to Shimoni. The island is next to the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park and is well known for the cultural Wasini Village as well the restaurant that serves fresh succulent seafood.
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