Mombasa Beach and Tsavo West Holiday
Trip Summary:
This tour combines Kenya's twin attractions- the safari and beach
experience. You begin your safari experience at Tsavo West, home to
elephants, crocodiles, vervet monkeys, antelope, baboons, giraffes,
hippos and lions. The park is a marvel in terms of geo-physical
character and plant diversity. You end up at Mombasa enjoying activities
at the beach and the leisurely pace of life at the Kenyan coast. The
city is a cosmopolitan metropolis reflecting the influence of Africans,
Persians, Arabs, Turks, Indians, Portuguese and the British
Trip Info:
You will enjoy and experience nature, wildlife, habit and habitat of the
fauna and flora in the natural areas, also peoples and culture.
Availability 90%
Minimum Rate Per Adult: US$
Departing From: Mombasa
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Departure Time: 0830 Hrs (possible to leave
earlier than)
Departures: Daily
Minimum Persons Required: 2
Best Time: All the year round
Itinerary:
Mombasa Short Safaris and Excursions Tours
MOMBASA EXCURSIONS SAFARIS
Mombasa 1/2 Day City Tour
The tour presents some of the best highlights of this
colorful old city. You tour will visit the bustling fruit
and vegetable market, which has been in operation since
colonial days. As you wonder the streets of The Old Arab
town, you will see the intricate hand carved doors, and
balconies hanging over the narrow streets, unchanged for
hundreds of years. Protecting the harbor stands Fort Jesus
in Mombasa which was built by the Portuguese 400
years ago, to protect their interest in east Africa. See how
it went from Fort to prison to tourist attraction. Walk
under the famous elephant tusks on Moi Ave, which you
probably have seen in those old African adventure movies.
Finally we visit the Akumba wood carvers center. Here you
can purchase a fine hand carved African memento, that you
would have to pay so dearly for back home. A short excursion
full of culture, history and not to be missed. For the
photographer, sights and opportunities for great photos
abound.
Mamba Village afternoon visit
Mamba Village
in Mombasa hosts Africa's largest Crocodile Farm. You
visit will coincide with feeding time at 5:00pm.This one is
great for the kids, and even the kid that lives in all of us
This trip will also include the beautiful botanical in this
area. Nature in all here glory with the assistance of man
presents breathtaking views. Great places to take pictures
to send back home, or just to put on the mantle. Imagine
having all that flora and fauna color for a background when
your picture is taken.
Mombasa at Night & Dinner in the Castle
The enjoyment and romance begins when you are picked up from
your Mombasa hotel at 5:30pm. You
will be taken to the the old port and escorted onto to an
authentic Arab Dhow. As the sun sets, you set sail into the
harbor and past Fort Jesus. The dark African night sky full
of stars, the lapping of waves against the dhow, truly a
romantic setting if ever there was one. Then as you glide
past Fort Jesus you are treated to a sound and light show
that is absolutely spectacular . After the show you will
make your landing and venture into the Fort for supper. When
supper is done and you have had your fill, the night life
begins. Next comes a trip to a casino where you can gamble
for a couple of hours, if you choose. The evening then
concludes with a visit to the world famous BORA BORA club.
At midnight native dancers put on a spectacular floor show.
The costumes of the female dancers alone are worth seeing
even if they don't dance. After the show the music goes on
until the early hours of the morning. You can dance all
night long if you want to.
Tamarind Evening Dhow
Spend the evening aboard a traditional Arab Dhow. Music,
Romance and fine food. As the dhow leisurely cruises in old
Mombasa harbor past peaceful creeks flowing from the island
you will dine on a Sumptuous Seafood meal. Later you can
dance under the stars. The black African night, the stars as
you have never seen them, music, and the sound of water
against the dhow sets the mood for romance. As you cruise
you can almost sense bygone time when life went at a much
slower pace. Don't miss this one, its the GEM in the crown
of any Safari.
Ngomongo Cultural Tour
For centuries there existed a thriving culture and society
in Mombasa, East Africa. This
society was a mix of Arab and native peoples cultures. Then
the white man came into this part of the world and put his
mark on it. For several centuries his influence only went a
short distance inland from the settlements along the coast.
During the 19th century ( 1800"s) the white man came in
force and pushed into the heart of Africa, and changed it
forever. Ngomongo Cultural center is a look back in time in
miniature of tribal life and community groundings. Here you
are able to get a glimpse of the lifestyle and cultures that
existed for centuries before " civilization" came to Africa.
Different traditional tribal huts are set up in this themed
village, with peoples from the different tribes portraying
their ancestors. Watch and even participate in different
food preparation, its hard work, no labor saving devices
here. You are in for a surprise when you sample the local
brews. Enjoy, marvel or participate in the various tribal
dances, nothing to stop you from having a great time. As a
matter of fact they will encourage you to join in. but then
as all good things, they all have to come to an end. Hope
that you brought along your camera, for the photo
opportunities are plentiful. The memories will last a
lifetime.
Wasini Island & Kisite Sea Adventure
The day starts early from Mombasa
as you head south towards Tanzania. On the drive south you
pass through the lush Coconut and Cashew Plantations. Here
we have Plantations that have thrived since the early days
of settlement along the coast. As you drive by look at the
coconut trees and you will see foot holds carved into the
trunks. There are some trees as high as 60 feet or more.
Imagine how many years these trees have been climbed for
their bounty. Soon you will pass thru the colorful villages
of the Digo Peoples. When you reach you destination of
Shimoni you will board a motorized Lamu Dhow. Now the best
part of the journey begins as you sail through an enchanting
seascape of islands set in a pristine sea of unbelievable
blue. Then you arrive at Kisite Marine park, that's right an
underwater park. It is here that underwater splendors await
you. In the shallow warm water that surround Kisite Island
the water abounds with marine life. Here you can snorkel and
marvel at the incredible variety of marine life. Scuba
Divers can explore a number of excellent dive sites in the
coral reefs. Their is an astounding amount of and variety of
marine life at all levels of the reefs. To top off the trip
sumptuous Swahili style seafood lunch is served at Wasini
island restaurant After lunch when you have had your fill we
visit a traditional Muslim village before retuning back to
Mombasa in the late Afternoon. . Bring your snorkel and
bathing suit, and underwater camera if you have one.
Shimba National Reserve
This one is a day trip. As you drive along
from Mombasa you have the
opportunity to take in the sights along the road. Arriving
at Shimba Lodge at around noon, we take our lunch at the
lodge. The afternoon is spent in the reserve on a game
drive. As the day draws to a close you are returned to your
hotel in Mombasa. A good deal for a road trip, lunch and a
game drive.
Day trip to Shimba Hills
National Reserve
Depart from your Mombasa hotel in the Morning for Shimba
Hills National park arriving Shimba Lodge in time for lunch.
Afternoon game drive. Return to Mombasa arriving in the
evening. Drop at your hotel.
Price per person: US$
Tsavo East National Park
Before sun even rises you are taken from your
Mombasa hotel for a drive along
the Mombasa Nairobi highway. The highway follows very
closely the rail line to Nairobi. There is a lot of history
in this area, and you will just go flying by it for 140
Kilometers. Now how many miles is that, why not check this
one out for yourself. Tsavo East National Park will be
entered via the Bachuma Gate. This will start your game
viewing, for wildlife is abundant in the park. Lunch will be
at Voi Safari Lodge. After lunch you will return to your
game viewing. Wildlife in the park include the "RED"
Elephants, Lions, Buffalo, Giraffes, zebras and many other
plains animals. When you finish your game viewing in the
afternoon you will be returned to your hotel in Mombasa in
the early evening. For a quick view of African wildlife this
is the one to go on. Plenty of photo opportunities, good
food, and excellent guides. Well worth the time, when you
don't have much time
1 Day Tsavo East National Park
Pick up from your Mombasa hotel at
dawn. As day breaks, drive along Mombasa-Nairobi Highway for
a distance of 140 km entering Tsavo East National Park
through the Bachuma gate and start your game viewing.
Wildlife in the park include the "red" elephants, lions,
buffalo, giraffes, zebras and other plains game. Lunch will
be at Lion Hill Zomeni Lodge followed by another game drive
as you depart to return to Mombasa arriving early evening.
Drop at your hotel.
Price per person: US$
Nature Trail Park
This is an afternoon trip from
Mombasa, headed just outside of the city. Here is an
example of how a wasteland and Hamburi stone quarry has been
reclaimed and made an attraction. An abundance of wildlife
and birds resides in and amongst the Casuarina trees. Here
you will see Eland, Buffalo, Crocodiles and many reptiles.
Majestic crowned cranes inhabit the area, and add beauty and
grace to the area. The end the afternoon trip you will visit
the commercial aquaculture in the area. Now that should be
something to see . There are lessons to be learned here.
Mombasa
Mombasa is a place steeped in history, yet at the same time fascinating
commercial and cosmopolitan port town.
Mombasa is an island connected to the mainland by bridges and ferries.
The town over looks a wide harbor, where commercial shipping mingles
with traditional sailing dhows.
The true heart of Mombasa is found in the exotic old town, among the
narrow winding streets and Arab architecture. The air here is always
heavy with the scent of spices. Women wearing the traditional bui bui
fill the narrow streets and busy markets. At the dhow docks fresh fish
and goods from all along the coast arrive daily. The streets are alive
with the bright colours of the traditional coastal khanga and kikoy, the
all purpose wrap around cloth worn by both men and women.
At the waters edge is Fort Jesus, an imposing fort that stands watch
over the harbor. The high gun turrets, battlements and underground
passages of this 16th Century Fort were the centre of a historic
struggle for control of the Kenya coast between the Portuguese army and
the Shirazi Arabs. This war was waged around Mombasa over hundreds of
years and countless battles, and the Fort stands as a testament to this
tumultuous past.
Modern Mombasa is a city of great diversity and life. This is a town
were all are welcomed and quickly absorbed into this great coastal
melting pot. Mosques, Hindu Temples and Christian churches surround
streets that thrive with a world of cultures.
Mombasa is a place where both history and progress are greatly valued,
where a busy harbor existence is lived at its own unique, tropical pace.
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