Mombasa

The Mombasa Grand experience

Destination

Mombasa

Mombasa

On a guided interpretative tour of Kenya's second-largest town, Mombasa, you can fully experience the rich cultural heritage of the region. Mombasa, which has an estimated 2000-year history, comes to life as you meander through crowded bazaars, stop by charming antique shops, and make your way through winding alleyways in the fascinating old Arab town. Here, surrounded by intertwined labyrinths and Arab-inspired buildings, Mombasa's pulsating heart may be located. The air is fragrant with spices.

Discover the majestic Lord Shiva Hindu Temple, a breathtaking example of exquisite design that draws a lot of visitors. It is crowned with a magnificent gold tower.

Admire the skilled woodwork of the Akamba craftspeople. African creatures, bowls, bookends, wooden jewelry, and ceremonial masks are just a few examples of the many shapes that kamba chip carving can take.

Discover the old Fort Jesus, this massive fort guards the harbor from its commanding position at the edge of the water. This fort, which was created by the Italian Joao Batista Cairato, is a reminder of a turbulent past. This 16th century fort's tall gun turrets, battlements, and underground passages served as the climax of a long-running conflict between the Shirazi Arabs and the Portuguese troops over control of the Kenyan coast. The fight was fought all around Mombasa and lasted for hundreds of years.

Mombasa's immensely varied fusion of Indian, Arabic, and African cultures is incredibly exciting, and this pulsating, heaving, colorful commercial, and cosmopolitan port town is a thrilling, intriguing experience. Modern Mombasa is a fascinating city where you instantly become a part of its ambiance and are woven into its rich fabric.

Ready for your safari? Let us help you plan it through these interesting packages!