Mombasa Excursions

 For those without much time for long safaris, here is a list of short excursions from Mombasa. these are particularly ideal for travellers with stop-overs in Mombasa or those in Nairobi for business
JTSEM-1 Day Wasini Island Tour - Dolphin Dhow
We Pick up from your hotel very early ion the morning and start you journey to Shimoni passing Digo homesteads (Kenyan Tribesmen - coastal natives) and large coconut palm plantations, where we arrive at the jetty in the mid morning in time to catch Arab dhow as it sails towards the reef.

Enjoy a fascinating guided snorkeling safari in the famous Kisite - Mpunguti Marine Park. Kisite’s extensive reef system is home of dolphins, turtles and over 350 species of vibrantly colored tropical fish and an exciting variety of coral life. For the more adventurous diving options are offered at an additional fee.
At around 1.00pm depart to Wasini Island for full lunch – mostly Seafood (non-fish options also available). After lunch relax as you can either choose to relax at the sea view lounge or talk nature walk in search for birds.

At around 4.00pm sail back to the Jetty and depart there after for your hotel, arriving at your hotel of residence in the early evening
JTSEM-1 Day Tsavo East Safari
This 1 day safari excursion from Mombasa begins in the early morning with a transfer from your hotel for your inland journey via the Mombasa - Nairobi highway To Tsavo East National park. Enter Tsavo East through the Bachuma gate where we stop briefly for refreshments. We commence game viewing drive upon entry in the direction of Aruba dam - a man-made water-hole that attract a myriad wild animals in the dry season, proceed with game drive around the areas of the seasonal Voi river as we head to Voi safari lodge for lunch. Enjoy a buffet lunch at the safari lodge. We relax and then embark on the afternoon game viewing drive when the wild animals comes alive after the midday heatl. We transverse the park, looking out for game, enjoying the scenery. Our expert Safari driver guides us through the tracks. We finally exit Tsavo East and drive back to Mombasa, arrive in your hotel in the evening. While on this excursion form Mombasa we can expect to see elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, kudu, zebra and hartebeest among other mammals and a wide variety of birds
JTSEM-1 day Watamu Marine National Park Excursion
Highlights: This is a 1 day excursion from your hotel or beach resort starting after breakfast and ending in the evening. (Leaev the hotel with picnic lunch)

Watamu Marine National Park, located in Mombasa North; this is possibly the finest Marine National Park in Kenya. The coral gardens are merely 300 meters from the shore and are home to a vast number of fish (over 600 species) and other weird and wonderful sea-creatures.  There are approximately 600 species of fish in the Marine Park, 110 species of stony coral and countless invertebrates, crustaceans and molluscs.

Water temperatures vary from 20-30 degrees Celsius depending on the season, the coldest being June-October and the warmest being from December to May. It is easy to spend 4 or 5 hours marveling at the wonders of the sea.

Watamu has a number of resident expert guides who will be able to name many of the fish and corals encountered during your snorkeling. As well as the main Coral Gardens, there are countless other interesting places to snorkel in the park, especially for the confident and intrepid snorkeler! The Larder, where shoals of pick handle barracuda (Sphyraena jello) are sometimes encountered. Turtle Reef, although a bit deep, may show a turtle or two, as will The Pothole which sits on the inner edge of the main, seaward reef. Scuba diving can be arranged at Ocean Sports Hotel. This is a full day marine excursion sailing in a transparent base boat and a quite sea to reach the ideal place for snorkeling and admiring the colors of the coral reefs. A white sandy neck in the Indian Ocean

JTSEM-Tamarind Dhow Cruise - Mombasa

The Tamarind Dhow Cruise is the ultimate in romantic experiences. This is a romantic evening cruise aboard an authentic Arab dhow - The Mv 'Nawalilkher' which is 23 meters long, the largest dhow on the Mombasa. Kenya coast. The Tamarind Dhow cruise takes you around Tudor Creek, affording the participants panoramic views of Mombasa's Old Town, the old habour and Fort Jesus.

Cruisers on the Tamarind Dhow Cruise are picked up from their resorts or hotels and driven to the pier too start an evening of ultimate romantic cruise. A traditionally dressed waiter shows you to your table on the magnificentent dhow. You are served a delightful cocktail made with vodka, lime, honey, sugar and crushed ice to enjoy with the melting sun. Non-alcoholics will be served a choice of fruit juice or sodas.

It is a picturesque setting as the Tamarind dhow sails off into the sunset with a live band entertaining the guests. The dhow is then moored in a sheltered bay at the head of the creek. Awaiting the guests is the smell of finely grilled lobster and steak, as chefs begin to cook the sumptuous meals. A four-course gourmet meal can be expected. After you finish your delicious meal, a waiter serves Arabic coffee in an original brass pot. Once the meals is over, you are returned safely to your hotel. A choice between evening and day trips is available.

This cruise is the perfect opportunity for newly weds to bask in their newly professed love, or is perfect for those ultimate romantic proposals, or for treating a partner to a romantic evening out while enjoying each other's company
 

JTSEM-1:mombasa city tour:
The colourful island town of Mombasa with its blend of ancient and modern buildings on the Indian Ocean is Kenya’s principal port and the country’s second largest city. A comprehensive tour of the island include the old Arab town, with it’s maze of narrow twisting alleys displaying the beautifully curved doors and verandahs, bazaars with curio and antique shops, the Dhow harbour still in use, a Hindu temple, a visit to the Akamba wood carvers and a drive to the bazaar for a short shopping expedition. The high light of the tour is probably the visit to Fort Jesus. Built in 1593 by the Portuguese to guard the entrance to the old Dhow harbour, it is the island’s Landmark. Four hundred years old, the port still stands and serves as a historical museum.

JTSEM-2:bush tour                :

The coastal countryside and its people offer a different perspective to Kenya’s tribal heritage. The tour provides a glimpse into the traditions and cultures of the coastal people with a visit to a Giriama or Digo Village with our local guide. Continue to Kaloleni to visit the local market and thereafter drive to Kenya Marine land on the North coast, which offers an opportunity to observe numerous species of tropical marine life in giant aquariums. A snake park, situated nearby is also visited and you can watch carvers at work producing the famous “Makonde” pieces of art.

JTSEM-3:shimba hills/mwaluganje elephant sanctuary:

The Shimba Hills are a short drive from Mombasa. South of the island, they are reached via the Likoni Ferry and are over a thousand feet high which offers one a view of both the Indian Ocean and the African bush. A visit to the MES is highly recommended and is located about 30 minutes from the glistening beaches of south coast. At MES you will experience a unique safari in a spectacular landscape. Elephants here never forget. Like them, you’ll always remember Mwaluganje. MES’s 60,000 acres feature dramatic cliffs and forested hills as well as bush land with baobabs – all striking for the wildlife. Apart from the elephant, you might see warthog, impala, bushbuck, sable, Cape buffalo and leopard.

JTSEM-4:malindi and gedi tour:

Depart from your coastal hotel and drive north to Kilifi through attractive country covered by extensive sisal plantations dotted with huge baobab trees. Cross the scenic creek and continue onto the ancient city of Gedi-a 13th century ruin in the heart of a dense forest. Thereafter proceed onto the coastal town of Malindi for lunch and an exploration of the marine park in a glass-bottomed boat where an experienced guide takes you on goggling and snorkelling. Later, visit a nearby village and watch the Giriama tribe perform exciting tribal dances before driving back to Mombasa by sundown

JTSEM-5:bamburi nature trail:A comprehensive morning tour of the island including a visit to Fort Jesus is followed by lunch at Mamba Village. Mamba is the Swahili name for crocodile and this “village” is really a crocodile farm. Depart after lunch for the Bamburi Quarry Nature Trail. The wasteland of the stone quarry has been reclaimed and amongst the casuarinas trees and other tropical flora reside a variety of wildlife and birds, Eland and Buffalo, Crocodiles and other reptiles can be seen wandering with crowned cranes. The commercially viable aquaculture complex is also visited.

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