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Mombasa Half-Day City Tour with Fort Jesus and Haller Park

4.8/5 Mombasa from Humphrey Ndungu Tours
  • Duration5h 30m
  • Max Travelers30 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryAdditional fees, Bus Tours

Overview

Spend the day getting to know Mombasa. From walking the Old Town Mombasa streets and learning everything from the history of UNESCO World Heritage Site Fort Jesus and the secrets of the Spice traders to meeting the experienced artisans at Akamba Handicraft Market and having a one-of-a-kind wildlife encounter at Haller Park.

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Mombasa Half-Day City Tour with Fort Jesus and Haller Park Mombasa Half-Day City Tour with Fort Jesus and Haller Park Mombasa Half-Day City Tour with Fort Jesus and Haller Park Mombasa Half-Day City Tour with Fort Jesus and Haller Park Mombasa Half-Day City Tour with Fort Jesus and Haller Park Mombasa Half-Day City Tour with Fort Jesus and Haller Park

What's included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Certified Guide

What's Not included

  • Fort Jesus Entrance fee

  • Haller park entrance fee

Itinerary

  • Tour the outside and grounds of Fort Jesus, the UNESCO World Heritage Site, and experience one of the worldu2019s most well-preserved pieces of 16th Century Portuguese military architecture.nnBut wait! Fort Jesus is so much more than its impressive, still-standing walls. Inside the gates are an incredible collection of notable historic artifacts and structures, including Oman House which served as the house of the Sultan who governed the East African coast, cannons left behind by the British and Portuguese military, and more.

  • Take your photo at one of the most iconic spots in Mombasa, four iconic tusks that were erected for the arrival of Queen Elizabeth in 1952. They now serve as an introduction to the heart of Mombasa, welcoming visitors from all over the world.

  • Situated in the south-east part of Mombasa, visiting Mombasa Old Town is like living history. Descendants of the host of cultures whou2019ve lived here, including Swahili people, Arabs, Portuguese, and British settlers, make this area rich with life. Architectural details reflect each cultureu2019s influence, making Old Town a vibrant exhibit of life and culture from centuries past in Mombasa.

  • Experience coastal Kenya and the Old Town Mombasa Spice Market, where Mombasau2019s legacy as an important stop on the spice route can still be felt (and smelled!) today. This covered market filled with spices of every imaginable color is always bustling.

  • Haller Park is an animal sanctuary set on reclaimed land which was formerly a limestone mine wasteland. The park is home to giraffes, zebras, Cape buffalo, waterbuck, and hippo. Oh, and the one-time internet sensation 130-year-old tortoise named Mzee (Old Man) which adopted a baby hippo.

  • Carvings unlike any other. From decorative masks and shields to jewelry and home decor, the wood carvings at Akamba are internationally renowned. Here, youu2019ll learn about the Akamba legacy that dates back more than 100 years.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

Reviews

4.8/5 29 reviews
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