Tour overview
Voyager African Safaris would like to take you on this tempting vaccation at one of Africa’s most prestine sandy beaches of MOMBASA …please remember to carry your swimsuits! Welcome and Discover Africa!
Mombasa is Kenya’s gateway from the coast of Indian Ocean, Mombasa is a hub for holiday adventures most especially beach vacations on the shoreline where visitors enjoy memorable experiences on the magical African sandy beaches. Mombasa is a moderate city offering good cultural back drop and ancient forts including Fort Jesus, tusks and Old town.· Like a premier hotspot, Mombasa is most often visited not only because of its idyllic sandy beaches but also the evergreen coastline which is breathtaking and scenic to most adventurers. Different cultural groups have merged at this stunning coast since slave trade, missionary and colonial times which attracted different foreign people such as Arabs, Indians, Portuguese and the British who intermarried with Africans leading to rise of new diverse cultures.
The Safari Highlights
This safari will take you to the beautiful Coastal town of Mombasa, a hub for holiday adventures most especially beach vacations on the magical sandy beaches.
The city is ancient with remnants of historical and rich cultural attractions from centuries ago.
Included
- All meals and Accommodation as per itinerary
- All ground transportation in a comfortable 4*4 vehicle
- A full time English speaking Guide / driver
- Water /Coffee/ Tea while on Safari
- Game drives and Ranger fees
- Park entrance fees
- All Government taxes / Levies
- All attraction sites and activities as per itinerary
Not Included
- Airfare To and from Uganda
- Visa and departure taxes at the Airport
- Activities not mentioned in the Itinerary
- Wines ,beers and spirits & all the beverages other than the mineral water on the safari
- Personal Insurance
- Items of personal nature e.g. telephone calls, tips and gratuity, laundry and souvenir
Day 1: Transfer to Mombasa
You will be received on arrival at Mombasa, and checked in, at the accommodation facility of your choice (budget or luxury)
Day 2: Full Day Relaxation
You will have a relaxed breakfast overlooking the beautiful white sand beaches. After breakfast just take it easy and enjoy the hotel facilities, experiencing the fresh breezes from the Oceans.
In the afternoon you may swim, or go for a relaxing spa, or simply bask in the afternoon Sun as you enjoy a relaxing day. Later you will have dinner by the pool, and retire to your room for the night.
Day 3: Wasini Island & Kisite Sea Adventure - Full Day
On this day you will experience a day of ultimate pleasure in th e ri chest Marine Park at the Kenyan Coast. Pick up after breakfast and a drive to Shimoni in time for the motorized Lamudhow and cruise through an enchanting seascape of the Islands to the underwater sp lendours of the Kisite Marine Park. Here snorkelers will marvel at the incredible variety of marine life in the shallow and warm waters around Kisite Island.
Scuba divers will be escorted to explore a number of excellent diving sites, also teeming with an astounding variety of Marine life which inhabits the magnificent coral reefs in and around the park.
You will then sail to Wasini Island Restaurant, where a sumptuous seafood lunch, Swahili style will be served. There after you will take a ride back to your hotel arriving in the evening.
Day 4: Mombasa Excursions
Morning: City Tour
After breakfast you will explore the old Swahili town of Mombasa. The tour will take you to the 16th Century Fort Jesus (the Island’s premier lure) built by the Portuguese in 1593. From here you will be driven to the "Ngomongo Village", a collection of 9 diverse rural Kenya tribal homesteads.
Each village has tribe-specific activities which you can engage in. After this you will cool off at the Mamba Village, for a sumptuous lunch (among the items on the menu is crocodile meat) and then return to the hotel relax and freshen up for a surprise evening!
Evening: Tamarind Dhow Cruise
You will be picked up at 5.30pm and swept off on a Romantic Cruise aboard an authentic Arab Dhow around Mombasa, a city breathing with living history. Once on board, you will be shown to your table on the dhow by a traditionally dressed waiter, and served a delightful cocktail to enjoy with the melting Sun. A picturesque setting as the dhow sails off into the Sunset with a live band entertaining the guests keeping you lively and excited. The cruise takes you around Tudor Creek with a panoramic view of Mombasa’s Old Town and Fort Jesus. A four course sumptuous meal is served and dessert is the delicious Arabic Coffee served in an original brass pot. You are then returned safely to your hotel for overnight.
Day 5: Departure
Today marks the end of your holiday, after breakfast you will be transferred to the airport in time for your flight home. We hope that you have had an awesome experience.