Mombasa Island, Mombasa City

The island if Mombasa is Kenya’s second largest metropolis and the main sea gate to East Africa. It is adequately connected to up-country centers by road, rail and an efficient domestic air service. Mombasa has the harmonious mixture of the ancient and the modern. The old Town is a fascinating place of antiquity, characterized by narrow streets and old-fashioned houses. The 16th century Fort Jesus, a massive fortification built by the Portuguese, is a major attraction.

The old Dhow Harbour and the Mombasa Marine Reserve are other places of interest. A wide variety of social amenities and superb modern accommodation facilities make Mombasa the most popular holiday destination for both local and foreign tourists. It is a paradise for sun and sand lovers Water sports, deep sea expeditions, out-door activities and indoor entertainments are available in abundance. The South Coast resort area, linked by ferry to Mombasa Island, is very popular on account if its magnificent white sandy beaches.

Mombasa Paradise Safari - 7 Days
Mombasa Island, South Coast and Diani Beach

Day 1: Nairobi - Mombasa
The morning is spent relaxing while the afternoon is occupied by a visit to the nearby Nairobi National Park that nestles with the city as its backdrop. Take the "Lunatic Express" train to Mombasa arriving early the next morning. Dinner and overnight in the sleeper.

Day 2: Mombasa - South Coast
Transfer by vehicle to hotel on the renown Diani Beach, where the next few days are spent enjoying the unspoiled white sands of these beaches. Accommodation is on half board to enable you sample the varied cuisine that is found in the eateries of the many hotels that dot this coast.

Day 3 - Day 6: Diani Beach
These days are spent by the beach sunbathing or engaged in the numerous water sports that are available including:- Scuba diving, snorkeling, wind surfing, big game fishing and deep sea diving.

Day 7: Diani Beach - Nairobi
Morning flight to Nairobi after transfer by road to the coastal town of Mombasa. Dinner at Carnivore before flight back home.

Kenya Coast Adventure Holiday - 10 Days
Mombasa, Serena Beach, Malindi and Lamu Island

Day 1: Nairobi - Mombasa - North Coast
Morning flight to Mombasa. Transfer to Serena Beach Hotel after a tour of the city of Mombasa which includes a visit to Fort Jesus, Mamba Village or Crocodile farm, "Haller's Park" - a masterpiece in environmental conservation - and lunch. Dinner and overnight at this first class beach hotel.

Day 2: North Coast - Serena Beach
The day is spent at leisure in this beautiful stretch of white sands less than one hour's drive from the famous port of Mombasa. A lunch cruise on the famous Tamarind Dhow. Dinner and an overnight stay at the Serena Beach Hotel, one of the top hotels of the world.

Day 3 - Day 5: Serena Beach - Malindi
A mid morning drive via the Gedi Ruins to Turtle Bay Hotel in Malindi where for the next few days you are at leisure either relaxing by the beach, engaged in water sports or exploring the nearby nature trails and historic ruins.

Day 6: Malindi - Lamu Island
Afternoon flight to Lamu the northernmost island on the Kenyan coastline. Dinner and overnight at a Lamu Hotel.

Day 7 - Day 9: Lamu Island
The next few days are at leisure exploring this romantic and secluded island or just lazing on the beach where the endless white sands give an illusion of being on different plane from the rest of humanity. Accommodation in Lamu is on full board basis.

Day 10: Nairobi
Morning flight to Nairobi. Transfer to your hotel. Evening dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant before proceeding to the airport for your flight back home.

OTHER KENYA COAST SAFARIS