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City Tour with Ghalib

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240 minutes (Approx.)
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This is the best tour that you will get to visit historical sites on the island of Mombasa learning the history of the Swahili people on the Kenyan coast together with the Mijikenda tribe which comprises of 9other subtribes. You will get to learn about the Indian Ocean trade in which locals traded with different people around the world for spice, gold and silver, giving back in return ivory, and other animal parts

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Adult

Ages 18 or above
2

Children

0

Things To Know

  • Tuktuk ride
  • Service of a tour guide
  • Entrance fee to Fort Jesus
  • Lunch
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Fort Jesus Museum

Fort jesus is an historical fortress built by Portuguese on 15 century to guard and protect the indian ocean trade together with the old port of Mombasa. Here you will get to learn about the history and culture of the swahili civilisation as well as influences left by the traders who came from different parts of the world on the coastvof Kenya.

Admission Ticket Not Included

Old Town (Pass-by Only)

An history town which has been existing since the 9th century with alot of influences from the Arabs, Portuguese, British and the Indians. This is one of the many arabic settlements on the Kenyan coast which flourished from the 13th century.

Mombasa Tusks (Pass-by Only)

Here is to commemorate the last steps of Queen Elizabeth when she was in Kenya in 1952 and when she was also pronounced as the Queen of England by the steel built elephant tusks. The tusks are also to mark the gateway to the city of Mombasa. Opposite tusks you will also get a chance to visit a public garden where local spend their free time relaxing their mind in the garden.

Shree Cutch Satsang Swaminarayan Temple

An Indian temple built on the 18th century by the Indian community who came for trade and for the construction of the railway line connecting Mombasa with Uganda. You will learn here about the Indians and Hinduism in Kenya.

Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting Points

  • Travellers should get my contact after reservation so that we can communicate on the exact location

End Points

  • We will end the tour infront of Fort jesus museum

Ticket Redemption

Direct access, no redemption is required

Reviews By Other Travelers

5
Based on 1 review

What do other 1 guests say about City Tour with Ghalib

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YaserMadrid
5
Aug 2023
Great Experience Ghalib is euper knowledgeable about Mombasa and Kenyan history. He took us to a half day tour on the city and he was super attentive, we felt great in his company and learnt loads about Swahili history and culture. 100% recommended. Thanks Ghalib

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SuMoTuWeThFrSa
All prices are shown in USD

Adult

Ages 18 or above
2

Children

0

Things to know

Included
  • Tuktuk ride
  • Service of a tour guide
Not Included
  • Entrance fee to Fort Jesus
  • Lunch
Additional Information
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness