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Old Town Mombasa Tour: Explore Fort Jesus with a Local
4.9
382 Ratings
Mombasa
Humphrey, a Kenyan local with a 15-year tenure as a tour guide, offers an informative and personable tour through Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus, showcasing breathtaking views accessible only to the residents and introduces you to the warm locals he’s been familiar with for many years.
Humphrey, a Kenyan local with a 15-year tenure as a tour guide, offers an informative and personable tour through Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus, showcasing breathtaking views accessible only to the residents and introduces you to the warm locals he’s been familiar with for many years.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Mombasa Tusks - We’ll take a picture with the Elephant Tusks in Mombasa. They are on Moi Avenue, and they were commissioned to commemorate a visit of Queen Elizabeth in 1952.
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Mombasa - We’ll stop at the Spice Market.
It’s the oldest market in Mombasa. It was built in 1914 by the British Colony. We get tourists from all around the world who…
- Mombasa Tusks - We’ll take a picture with the Elephant Tusks in Mombasa. They are on Moi Avenue, and they were commissioned to commemorate a visit of Queen Elizabeth in 1952.
- Mombasa - We’ll stop at the Spice Market.
It’s the oldest market in Mombasa. It was built in 1914 by the British Colony. We get tourists from all around the world who visit the market.
In it you’ll find all kinds of Spices - what will you try? Will it be cardamom, pepper, turmeric… or some new curry powders?
- Old Town - Our Walking Tour will wind through Old Town Mombasa, including the Fish Market, the Old Port, and the Hindu Temple, as well as stopping for handicrafts at Akamba Handicraft.
- Fort Jesus Museum - You’ll get an extensive guided tour through Fort Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We’ll visit the Fort Jesus Museum, walk through the fort while learning about the Portuguese, Oman Arabs, and British influences.
What's Included
- All fees and taxes included
- All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
- Private transportation
- Entrance to Fort Jesus
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
- Private transportation
- Entrance to Fort Jesus
Location
Fort Jesus Museum
Nkurumah Road
We will meet at the yellow Coffee Pot outside of Fort Mombasa.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(382 Ratings)
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242laurentc
Feb 16, 2025
Ideal for understanding the country’s history - Humphrey is a good guide who explained the history of the country very well, it was very interesting
Being French, the Explanations were in English but easily understood
He listens and answers all questions
Beautiful walk in the old town and market
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595sannej
Feb 12, 2025
Highly recommend from Denmark 🇩🇰 - Humphrey was a perfect guide and very noticeable. All around Friendly and nice. Speaks good and understandable English. He was not in a rush and let us take our time in the shops and landmarks we visited. We felt very safe and in good hands with him. We saw everything we wanted and even more.. it was a bit pricey but definitely worth the extra money - highly recommend this trip and guide ! Thanks Hump 🤘🏻
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Changelab
Jan 29, 2025
Mombasa!! Such a Great Welcome! - I booked this tour to see Mombasa before heading to Diani as I was only in Kenya for 3 days. This was such an awesome experience! Humphrey is the BEST! He was patient, kind, knowledgeable and accommodating. Due to time restraints and the rain, we didn't get to see everything the tour included, but he showed me enough to say I will definitely be back this summer! I cannot wait! Book with Humphrey you won't regret it!
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Jacky_d
Jan 27, 2025
Great tour - Interesting tour. I appreciated the fact that Humphrey contacted me after I booked and again on the morning of the tour. He was also at the meeting point very early and came to introduce himself.
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Lyndajgibson
Jan 27, 2025
Highly recommended! - This was a terrific tour. Humphrey is very knowledgeable and a great communicator. He is very customer focused and focused on ensuring that you are getting what you need from the tour.
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Lcochy
Jan 26, 2025
Excellent Experience - Excellent, Excellent, Excellent! Humphrey is extremely knowledgeable and was patient to answer all my questions! We could tell he had a good relationship with the community, which made us feel safe and welcomed. Highly recommend this tour with him; it was a highlight of our trip!
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Oxana_d
Jan 22, 2025
It’s was very nice and... - It’s was very nice and well-planned walk with our wonderful guide Humphrey.We had a chance to know more about the history of Mombasa, walk through the streets of Old town, visit Fort Jesus.We’ve bought very nice handmade souvenirs and spices at a good price. We took a ride on a tuk-tuk, it was fun and exciting :) Highly recommend this tour, you will not remain indifferent to the history of the city.
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Karimf431
Jan 20, 2025
A highly recommended tour! - A highly recommended tour!
Humphrey is a personable and extremely knowledgeable. His statements were exciting and offered a deep insight into Kenya's history. I can highly recommend this tour to anyone!
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Roving10383178629
Jan 16, 2025
Very friendly, professional tour guide for interesting tour to Fort Jesus and Old Town Mombasa. - The Walking Tour through Old Town Mombasa and Fort Jesus is absolutely recommendable. Humphrey is a very friendly and professional guide and his historical knowledge is impressive. Humphrey takes care of your well-being, your safety, takes pictures and makes this tour memorable.
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518leej
Jan 3, 2025
Informative and thought provoking. Excellent. - Great tour and only the three of us so was very personal. Humphrey is a great guy and very knowledgeable and took lots of photos for us. The little rides on the tuk tuks between areas was fun also. In African terms the tour isn’t cheap but was nice as only us on this occasion. Don’t forget as in details that the Fort Jesus entrance is extra also. Would thoroughly recommend though. Thanks. Lee.
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