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Mombasa half-day city tour

3.8/5
10 reviews

Enjoy a morning tour of Mombasa where the city dates back to the 12th century when spice traders from Arabia crossed paths with the southern part of Africa along their trade winds. Begin your adventure in the heart of the city, where you’ll encounter the iconic elephant tusks monumental structures that symbolize Mombasa.

Learn about Fort Jesus, a historic fortification built by the Portuguese in the 16th century to protect their trade route and continue to explore the historical Old Town, experiencing the fascinating fusion of Swahili, Arab, and Portuguese influences. Stroll through narrow streets lined with beautifully carved wooden doors and colourful buildings. At the local market, be captivated by the array of spices, fruits, and vegetables on display.

Pass by the beautifully adorned temples and visit the Akamba Handicraft Centre, where you can admire the skill of Akamba artisans through their stunning wood carvings, sculptures, and traditional crafts making for unique souvenirs to remember your visit.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Mombasa
Duration: up to 6 hours
Language:English
Availability: Tuesday and Thursday
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided tour
Local touch
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up
Transport included

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Why you’ll love this…

  • Explore historic Mombasa Old Town and visit Fort Jesus
  • Capture a photo at the iconic Mombasa Monumental Elephant Tusks
  • Visit the market for a vibrant display of local goods
  • Discover Mombasa's temples and the Akamba Handicraft Centre

Important to know

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • Entrance to Fort Jesus is not included; if you wish to visit, fees of $15 per adult and $8 per child (ages 2-11) are payable on site

Know in advance:

  • Please make sure to fill in all the requests at check-out and carefully read the voucher after booking
  • Please contact the local tour operator 48 hours before the tour to confirm your pickup location and time. You'll find the contacts in the voucher after booking
  • Pickup time and duration of the tour will vary depending on the location of your hotel, weather and traffic conditions

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Water
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Tour guide

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Meeting point:

Pickup from hotels in Mombasa. You will select your pickup location at checkout and confirm your pickup location and time directly with the local operator after booking.

Provider

Pollmans Tours & Safaris Ltd


What people say about this experience

3.8/5

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  • M

    Magicp

    Travelled as a couple


    17 August 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Really enjoyed our half-day trip to Mombasa. We visited the famous Tusks, Fort Jesus and explored Old Town. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable and gave us a great insight into Mombasa’s history and culture. A fascinating trip and a great way to see another side of Kenya. Definitely recommended!

  • A

    Andy

    Travelled with family


    17 March 2026
    1.4

    United Kingdom

    Waste of time and money, bus came late after 40 min waiting driver call to reception said will be another 20 to 25 min later when arrive blaming other people. First stop handcarving arts 20 min break not enough time, market 5 min in out not time to buy nothing this same ford the last stop 10 min not enough to get what you want. When we ask him he said not enough time because he going on 1 pm to feed giraffe ,and going for lunch with another group .When we come back to the bus he said is not ours

  • N

    NW

    Travelled with family


    18 June 2026
    4.6

    Germany

    Nicht im Ford Jesus gewesen. Sehr positiv, dass die englisch geführte Tour vom Guid auch in deutsch und französisch übersetzt wurde.

  • P

    Peter

    Travelled as a couple


    4 December 2025
    1.8

    Germany

    Alles war perfekt

  • O

    Otto

    Travelled as a couple


    2 January 2025
    3.8

    Germany

    Ausgewählte Orte waren sehr interessant und für Mombasa / Kenia wichtig gesehen zu haben - hätten jedoch auch schon zuvor angekündigt worden sein, um sich darauf vorbereiten zu können!

  • O

    Oliver

    Travelled as a couple


    30 October 2025
    5

    Germany