Walking Tour Through Old Town Mombasa Including Fort Jesus and Mombasa Tusks
by Humphrey Ndungu Tours Ltd
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$100Overview
This walking tour in Mombasa takes about 2 to 4 hours and covers key local landmarks including the Mombasa Tusks, the Spice Market, Old Town, and Fort Jesus. The tour begins with a stop at the Mombasa Tusks on Moi Avenue, where participants can take photos and learn about the tusks’ history commemorating Queen Elizabeth’s 1952 visit. Next, the group visits the Spice Market, established in 1914, where various spices like cardamom, pepper, and turmeric are available. The walk continues through Old Town Mombasa, passing the Fish Market, Old Port, and the Hindu Temple, with a stop at Akamba Handicraft for local crafts. The final part of the tour is a detailed visit to Fort Jesus Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where a guide explains the fort’s history under Portuguese, Oman Arab, and British control. Entrance to Fort Jesus is not included in the tour price. The tour is led by a licensed guide familiar with Mombasa’s history and culture.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mombasa Tusks
Stop for photos at the Elephant Tusks located on Moi Avenue. These tusks were commissioned to mark Queen Elizabeth's visit in 1952.
10 min
Mombasa
Visit the oldest market in Mombasa, built in 1914 by the British Colony. The market offers a wide variety of spices such as cardamom, pepper, turmeric, and curry powders.
20 min
Old Town
Walk through Old Town including the Fish Market, Old Port, and Hindu Temple. The route includes a stop at Akamba Handicraft where local crafts are available.
60 min
Fort Jesus Museum
Take a guided tour of Fort Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the Portuguese, Oman Arab, and British influences on the fort while walking through its grounds and visiting the museum.
75 min
Meeting point
We will meet at the yellow Coffee Pot outside of Fort Mombasa.
End point
We will meet at the yellow Coffee Pot outside of Fort Mombasa.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Walking Tour Through Old Town Mombasa Including Fort Jesus and Mombasa Tusks
by Humphrey Ndungu Tours Ltd
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$100Overview
This walking tour in Mombasa takes about 2 to 4 hours and covers key local landmarks including the Mombasa Tusks, the Spice Market, Old Town, and Fort Jesus. The tour begins with a stop at the Mombasa Tusks on Moi Avenue, where participants can take photos and learn about the tusks’ history commemorating Queen Elizabeth’s 1952 visit. Next, the group visits the Spice Market, established in 1914, where various spices like cardamom, pepper, and turmeric are available. The walk continues through Old Town Mombasa, passing the Fish Market, Old Port, and the Hindu Temple, with a stop at Akamba Handicraft for local crafts. The final part of the tour is a detailed visit to Fort Jesus Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where a guide explains the fort’s history under Portuguese, Oman Arab, and British control. Entrance to Fort Jesus is not included in the tour price. The tour is led by a licensed guide familiar with Mombasa’s history and culture.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mombasa Tusks
Stop for photos at the Elephant Tusks located on Moi Avenue. These tusks were commissioned to mark Queen Elizabeth's visit in 1952.
10 min
Mombasa
Visit the oldest market in Mombasa, built in 1914 by the British Colony. The market offers a wide variety of spices such as cardamom, pepper, turmeric, and curry powders.
20 min
Old Town
Walk through Old Town including the Fish Market, Old Port, and Hindu Temple. The route includes a stop at Akamba Handicraft where local crafts are available.
60 min
Fort Jesus Museum
Take a guided tour of Fort Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the Portuguese, Oman Arab, and British influences on the fort while walking through its grounds and visiting the museum.
75 min
Meeting point
We will meet at the yellow Coffee Pot outside of Fort Mombasa.
End point
We will meet at the yellow Coffee Pot outside of Fort Mombasa.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.