Destination
Mombasa Holidays
Calm waters and soft sands
As Kenya's oldest and second largest city, Mombasa offers a cosmoplitan mix of cultures. Wander past Arabic, African, Swahili, and European influenced architecture, listen to the rhythm of Taarab music and taste the traditional Swahili street food. We love the rich heritage of Mombasa's Old Town, where you can put your finger on the pulse of Africa's diverse culture.
Leave the heat of the city behind and you'll discover the stunning east African coastline. Retreat to one of our tranquil resorts, located on some of Kenya's top beaches, and you'll feel like you're in paradise with stretches of powdery white sands caressed by turquoise waters.
Idyllic coastal Mombasa provides a relaxing contrast to the thrills of an action-packed safari – call and speak to one of our Destination Specialists and we'll put together your perfect itinerary.
Destination Highlights
Essential Information
- Time Zone GMT +3
- Currency KES - Kenyan shilling
- Visa Information British citizens need to obtain a visa for Kenya. This can be booked online before travel or bought on arrival.
- Language English is widely spoken.
- Flight Time Approximately 12 hours, there are no direct flights from the UK. Mombasa is a 1 hour flight from Nairobi, which is served directly by Kenya Airways and British Airways.
- Health Information Special vaccines are required for travel to Kenya. Speak to your GP about the latest medical advice.
Top Tips from our Experts
Natalie
Destination Specialist
“Don’t worry if you don’t decide to book a safari before you go. Most hotels offer one night safaris or even just day safaris – but make sure to book through your hotel or rep in resort.”
George
Destination Specialist
“The best decision I made during my trip was to visit Mombasa town – take a stroll down the streets of the Old Town, rich in history and filled with a mixture of Arabic, Portuguese, British and Asian culture.”
Nick
Senior Destination Manager
“If you’re a foodie, plan a visit to The Moorings in Mtwapa. It's a fabulous floating restaurant that serves great seafood.”
Great sample itineraries
Here's a selection of popular itineraries to give you some ideas – almost anything is possible so call us now and we'll create an amazing holiday just for you.
Mombasa Rendezvous Safari
Guide Price £809 pp
The Mombasa Rendezvous is ideal if you're staying in one of the beach resorts near Mombasa and looking to experience a short safari. Travelling through Tsavo National Park – Kenya's largest national park – and Amboseli National Park , the...
Adventure holidays
Kenya Safari and Beach Multi Centre
Guide Price £2,509 pp
With this exciting itinerary of contrasts you'll first take in some of Kenya's most popular national parks, including the Masai Mara with its wide range of wildlife from birds and gazelle, up to big cats and elephants. After a safari...
Beach holidays
Kenya Fly-In Safari with Beach Multi Centre
Guide Price £4,239 pp
With this amazing and compact itinerary you can take in one of Kenya's best known safari areas: the Masai Mara. Arrive in style by flying to the camp before spending three days spotting a wide range of animals, from birds...
Couples Holidays
Masai Mara to Coast Safari
Guide Price £3,219 pp
Starting in Nairobi and ending in Mombasa, on the beautiful shores of the Indian Ocean, this is a comprehensive safari that visits four extremely diverse wilderness areas. From the lakes of the Great Rift Valley and open plains of the...
Beach holidays
Our favourite hotels
Our favourite places to stay are below. We know everyone is different, so if you can’t see something you like, we'd be more than happy to help.
Types of Mombasa holidays
Frequently Asked Questions
The main beaches in Mombasa are Nyali Beach, Mombasa Beach and Bamburi Beach - these are some of the most popular. Most beaches here are occupied by hotels, with watersports and diving facilities and swimming is usually possible outside of the monsoon season.
You can take an internal 50-minute flight from Mombasa to Nairobi and then either take the 4–5-hour drive to the Masai Mara or fly via safari plane into an airstrip within the reserve. You can also fly from Ukunda Airport near Diani to the Masai Mara, via Nairobi.
