Kenya · City Tours

6-Hour Private Mombasa City Tour with Fort Jesus and Old Town

6 Hours Round trip from Mombasa Harbour Moderate pace

Infront of Elephant Tusk landmark in Mombasa

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy Mombasa's landmark, the Elephant Tusks, built in 1952
02 Walk through the Old Town and visit Fort Jesus
03 Engage your senses at the Spice Market, Mackinnon Market, built in 1914
04 Visit the Hindu Temple and discover the Hindu community's influence in Mombasa
05 Explore Akamba wood carvings, an economic activity in the Kamba community

Step into Mombasa's rich history and culture, from the iconic Elephant Tusks, built in 1952 by the British Royal Navy, to the ancient walls of Fort Jesus and a walk through the Old Town. Engage your senses at the aromatic Spice Market, Mackinnon Market, built in 1914 during East Africa's British protectorate era, and visit the Hindu Temple to discover the religious influence of the Hindu community in Mombasa. You will also explore Akamba wood carvings, an important economic activity in the Kamba community.

Step into Mombasa's rich history and culture, from the iconic Elephant Tusks, built in 1952 by the British Royal Navy, to the ancient walls of Fort Jesus and a walk through the Old Town.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Mombasa

Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mombasa City Highlights and Cultural Heritage Tour

Your half-day Mombasa city tour will start at the meeting point, which can be at the port or railway terminal. Thereafter, you will proceed to the town's attractions.
- Mombasa's landmark, the Elephant Tusks, was built in 1952 by the British Royal Navy during the British era.
- Visit Fort Jesus, followed by a walk through the Old Town.
- Explore the Spice Market, Mackinnon Market, which was built in 1914 during East Africa's British protectorate era.
- Visit the Hindu Temple and learn about the religious influence of the Hindu community in Mombasa.
- Discover Akamba wood carvings, an important economic activity in the Kamba community.
Lunch between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm.
Between 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm, drop-off at the port or airport terminal.

This tour can be customised to resonate well with your preference.

Where this trip takes you

Elephant Tusks, Fort Jesus, Old Town, Spice Market

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Mombasa Harbour 1 city · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Experienced English-, German-, or French-speaking guide
Private transportation
Admission tickets
A private tour guide shall offer guiding services from pick-up to the drop-off point
We shall use a Toyota Noah, Toyota Hiace, Toyota Wish, or Toyota Voxy during this tour
Drinking mineral water during the tour

What's Not Included

Personal expenses
Souvenirs
Public transportation tickets
Food, soft drinks, and snacks
Lunch

What to bring

Hat and sunglasses
Suncream
Pocket money for souvenirs
Sports shoes for a walk in the Old Town

Know before you go

Welcome to Mombasa City: there is a rhythm to the name itself. You sense the excitement and musical quality in how people talk and move, and in the tapping hammers of the Old Town, where craftsmen beat out brass fittings for elaborately carved chests. The odours of scent, dust, coffee, and camphor wood hang in this torrid and humid island city, linked by causeways to the west, ferry services to the south, and the Nyali Bridge to the northern coast. A substantial double arch of four sheet-metal tusks spans Moi Avenue as a welcome gateway to visitors from Kilindini Harbour or the port of Mombasa. This symbol of Africa's wealth was erected in 1952 in honour of a British royal visit. Nearby, the Uhuru Gardens (freedom) Fountain is built in the shape of the African continent.
Any health condition is to be highlighted before the tour.
An air-conditioned vehicle is available upon request.

Logistics