At 0700hrs, our guide shall pick you up early in the morning from your beach or city hotel. Proceed to Fort Jesus, built by the Portuguese in the 16th Century. The site chosen was a coral ridge at the entrance to the harbor and was built to secure the safety of Portuguese living on the East Coast of Africa. It has had a long history of hostilities among the interested parties that used to live in Mombasa. Omani Arabs attacked the Fort from 1696 to 1698. Between 1837 and 1895, the Fort was used as barracks for soldiers.
Then walk to Mombasa Old Town. A visit to the old town reveals the rich culture and architectural heritage of Mombasa, with a fascinating history dating back to 200 AD. Mombasa is the largest port in East Africa. Your day takes you down an intriguing maze of cobbled, narrow streets, ancient mosques, and picturesque residential houses that evoke the island's medieval past, overhanging balconies, and mysterious doorways.
Visit Mwembe Tayari's open-air market, bustling markets filled with exotic spices, fruit, and colorful fabrics. Afterward, drive through the Elephant Tusks on Moi Avenue. The symbolic representations of entrance into the heart of town. After lunch, drive to Mama Ngina Waterfront for breath breathtaking view and a group photo session. Lunch at Tamarind Restaurant or Forodhani Restaurant.
Later evening visit Haller Park, former quarries now reforested and home to many animals. Currently, Haller Park plays host to a variety of wildlife, including hippos, giraffes, buffalo, antelopes, crocodiles, as well as smaller mammals and birds. The Park consists of a Game Sanctuary, a Reptile Park, a small demonstration Fish Farm area, a Palm Garden, Crocodile Pens, and a Giraffe viewing platform, offering a variety of attractions at various points to educate and entertain visitors. We will later drop you off at your hotel after this wonderful tour.
Included & Excluded
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Provision of lunch.
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All entry fees
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Guiding fee at Fort Jesus
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Transport
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Service of a tour guide
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Bottles of water during the tour
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Government Taxes
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International flights (we can arrange for you)
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Before and after the tour accommodation
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Tips and gratitude
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Personal items
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Increased taxes and park fees