The old town has narrow lanes that are lined with traditional Arabian wooden-balconied houses. The Biashara Street, the local market, full of tiny Indian and Arab stores is here. Visit the 15th century Mandhry Mosque and the exquisite Hindu Temples around the city.

Fort Jesus is the largest fort in Africa. Built by the Portuguese, it has been converted into a national museum and displays the historical past of Mombasa.  

The Haller’s Park is a luxuriant tropical garden which offers tortoise rides, horse riding and a snake park.

The Mamba Village is known for its crocodile farm. It also has a specialty restaurant where one can enjoy marine and game meats. Several marine parks and coral gardens exist at the coast.

Aquatic sporting facilities like snorkling, diving etc., are available on the beach front. The best beaches include Nyali, Kenyatta, Bamburi, and Tiwi.

A dhow (traditional boat) safari is the best way to see the sights around.

Kisumu Museum is a natural and social history exhibit. Apart from ancient relics, rock art, and nature displays, there is a full scale recreation of a traditiona...

The old town of Lamu is a display of unique Swahili architecture: narrow streets, local homes, intricately carved wooden doors and grand mosques. Automobiles aren’t allow...