MOMBASA EXCURSIONS
Kenya has a coastline approximately 536 k.m. fronting the Indian Ocean, with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, from long white sandy beaches to some of the most diverse marine life in the oceans. The beautiful bright corals (soft and hard) are abundant as well as dolphins, butterfly fish, sharks and turtle. The colorful beauty of the coral, complimented by the large number of yellow and red tuna and snappers are unmatched.
Be spoilt for choice in beach sports with protective reefs creating a perfect haven for swimming, water-skiing, sailing, jet skiing, parasailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, boating e.t.c. Charter yachts and sea kayaks are widely available.
Excursions From Mombasa
For beach holiday lovers, the East African Coast
guarantees you total relaxation.
The resorts are a hive of activities ranging from sunbathing, water sports, fishing, goggling, to wind surfing, all adding up to sheer relaxation.
To enhance your holiday excitement you may wish to visit the neighboring islands on a day trip in a sailboat. Our list of tours and excursions from Mombasa will be worth looking at. A combination of beach holiday and an adventure safari has continually been a highly popular great delight. Short but highly worthwhile trips to various landmarks by air for those on limited time are experiences to treasure.
Safari and beach holidays have perpetually topped the list of favorite combinations.
MOMBASA ISLAND TOUR
Tour historic Mombasa, the Old Town, Fort Jesus and see the traditional wood carvers at work. The Arab and the Swahili cultures dominate.
DINNER IN A DHOW
Enjoy seafood dinner on board a dhow with entertainment by a resident band. Transport (pick-up & drop off) can be arranged from your hotel / resort.
FULL-DAY MOMBASA JAHAZI CREEK SAFARI
Tour the historic Mombasa Island on a dhow cruise. This is a full-day activity that takes you to a floating market and other sights along the coastline.
FULL-DAY MALINDI TOUR AND GEDI RUINS
Embark on a full-day tour of the historic Malindi Town, including the Gedi Ruins. Pass through the indigenous Arabuko Sokoke Forest. Visit the marine parks, the highlight of the tour. After lunch, return to Mombasa
FULL-DAY WASINI ISLAND TOUR
A day's excursion to one of the neighboring islands. Cross over to Wasini Island in a boat as you are greeted by a host of dolphins. A guided tour of the island follows before a seafood lunch. Afternoon is packed with water games, which include snorkeling, diving, swimming etc. Return to your hotel before sunset.
Beach and Wildlife Adventure Options
FULL-DAY TSAVO EAST TOUR
Depart early in the morning for Tsavo East National Park and after one and a-half hours you are already on a game drive in this game-studded park. Lunch at Voi Safari Lodge, whose location on a cliff affords you the view of the animals as they take turns in the nearby water hole. Enjoy an afternoon game-drive before embarking on your return journey to Mombasa.
ONE-NIGHT TSAVO EAST/SALT LICK
Depart early for Tsavo East National Park arriving in good time for a morning game drive. Lunch at Voi Safari Lodge. Afternoon, depart for Taita Hills Lodge, located in a private game ranch. Retire to the stilt-erected Salt Lick Lodge. The watering hole adjacent to the lodge is a hive of activities, with the animals taking turns to salt-lick and drink water. An early morning game drive the following day will be followed by breakfast at your lodge. You will thereafter leave leisurely for Mombasa.
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