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The Kenya Beach

Mombasa Beach Safaris, Kenya Coast Beach Safaris,
Kenya Coast Safaris, Mombasa Island, Lamu, Malindi and Diani Beach

The Kenya Beach
Touring Mombasa

Mombasa City Tour - ATW 011X
The colorful island town of Mombasa with its blend of ancient and modern buildings on the Indian Ocean is Kenya principal port and the country's second's largest city. A comprehensive tour of the islands includes the Arab Old Town, with its maze of narrow twisting alleys displaying the beautiful carved doors and Arab verandas, bazaars with curio and antique shops, the Dhow Harbor (still in use), a Hindu temple, a visit to the Akamba wood carvers and a drive to the bazaar fir a short shopping expedition. The highlight of the tour is probably the visit to Fort Jesus. Built in 1593 by the Portuguese to guard the entrance to the Old Dhow Harbor, it is the Island's Landmark. Four hundred years old, the fort still stands and serves as a historical museum.


Cultural Village- ATW 013X
The tour provides a glimpse into the traditions and cultures of the coastal people with a visit to a Giriama or Digo village with our local guide. Continue to Kaloleni to visit the local market and thereafter drive to Kenya Marine land on the north Coast to observe numerous species of tropical marine life in giant aquariums. A snake park, situated nearby is also visited and you can watch carvers at work producing the famous "Makonde" pieces of art.


Full Day Malindi and Gedi Ruins - ATW 014X
Drive North to Kilifi through attractive country covered by extensive sisal plantations dotted with huge baobab trees. Continue on to the ancient city of Gedi - a 13th century ruin in the heart of the dense forest. Proceed to the coastal town of Malindi for lunch and an exploration of the marine park in a glass-bottomed boat where an experienced guide takes you goggling. Later visit a nearby village and watch the Giriama tribe perform exciting tribal dances before driving back to Mombasa by sundown.


Boating at the Coast

Tamarind Dhow Cruise/ City Tour/Nature Trail Lunch or Dinner Only - ATW 016X
A 12.00 hrs or 18.30 hrs departure from the Tamarind jetty for the lunch or evening cruise respectively. After a welcome cocktail, the Tamarind Dhow - Nawalicker (meaning Gateway to Heaven) cruises past the Old Town and fort Jesus. Fantastic seafood meals prepared by the world famous Tamarind Restaurant is enjoyed while a local band plays music to suit all tastes. A trio-lingual guide, fully ticked bar and friendly service all adds to the unforgettable atmosphere. At 14.45 hrs or 22.30 hrs return to the jetty and thereafter to your hotel.


Wasini And Kisite Dhow (South Coast) Full Day - ATW 018X
Board a traditional dhow from the south coast and sail to Kisite Marine National Park to snorkel in the coral gardens, cruise in a glass- bottomed boat or sunbathe on the tropical islands. Return under full sail to an isolated restaurant for a magnificent seafood lunch. Then visit the coral gardens or laze in the restaurant gardens by the water edge.


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