Old Town & Fort Jesus Tour
Tour Details
At the designated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Mombasa and begin a tour that will take you on a journey to the past of this Kenyan city. Ready to explore the Old Town of Mombasa and Fort Jesus? It's the best way to learn Mombasa's history!
Mombasa is one of the main cities in Kenya, so on this tour, you'll discover the country's history, culture, and traditions. First, we'll start to stroll around the Old Town of Mombasa, where we'll follow the footprints left behind in Mombasa by Swahili, Arab, Persian, Indian, Asian, Portuguese, and British cultures.
During the tour, you'll travel back to the 13th century, when the city was founded, and see buildings that will transport you to that period. This neighborhood is full of houses, markets, and temples that perfectly reflect the rich cultural heritage present on its streets, such as its mosques, Hindu temples, and buildings with a marked Swahili architecture.
Afterward, we'll pass by the famous Mombasa Tusk arcs, one of the city's most iconic monuments. Don't forget to take a picture! We'll continue learning about Mombasa's past by reaching Fort Jesus, a Portuguese bastion from the 16th century, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, that marked a turning point in the city's development.
We'll step inside the fort and discover how this historic site played a crucial role in the history of Mombasa as we stroll along its murals and towers.
Finally, after 3 hours, we'll conclude this tour at the entrance of Fort Jesus.
Hotel Pickup
This tour includes pickup for hotels located on the northern coast of Mombasa (Nyali) and on the island of Mombasa. If you're staying in another area, we'll meet at Camel's Joint Fort.
Please note that this tour ends at Fort Jesus, not at your hotel or the meeting point.
More Information
Duration
3 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup
English–speaking guide
Admission to Fort Jesus
Not included
Return transfer to hotel
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. Free wheelchair loan service available. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- The show represents local culture.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity promotes local production.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - John David Mwangi Irungu Corporate name: John David Mwangi Irungu Registered Office: Fort Jesus, Mombasa, Kenya Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): A008726238F Contact information Email: shanzutours@gmail.com Phone: 0702148164
If you have any other questions please contact us.
