Fort Jesus, spice markets and the winding alleys of Kenya's oldest city.
Mombasa has been a trading port for over a thousand years, where Africa, Arabia, Persia, India and Portugal met. The result is a city like no other in Kenya, with Swahili architecture, spicy food, and the massive Fort Jesus guarding the harbour.
This short private tour shows you the real Mombasa with a local guide: the history, the markets and the flavours. It combines easily with a beach stay in Diani or Watamu.
Best time to goAll year. Cooler and drier from July to October.
Great forHistory and culture lovers, food lovers, short city breaks.
Day-by-day itinerary
- Arrive in MombasaTrain or flight to Mombasa, then an evening walk along the waterfront and a Swahili dinner.
- Fort Jesus and Old TownExplore Fort Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the Portuguese in the 1590s, then wander the Old Town's carved doors, mosques, spice stalls and coffee sellers with a local guide.
- Markets, cooking and departureVisit the Marikiti market, learn to cook pilau or coconut fish in a Swahili kitchen, then depart.
Every Afritrek trip is private, so you can start on any date, add extra nights, and change any part of this plan.
What's included
Included
- Boat trips, park fees and guided visits listed in the itinerary
- Professional English-speaking guide for excursions
- Accommodation and meals as quoted
- All park and marine park fees on the itinerary
- Airport or station transfers
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides, boat crews and hotel staff
- Optional activities not listed, such as diving courses
- Drinks at hotels and lodges
