Most Popular Places and Activities to Explore in Mombasa

Haller Park

Animal enthusiasts will love Haller Park. Giraffes, Cape buffalo, zebras, waterbucks, and hippos are among the local wildlife. The giraffe feeding is a highlight, but make sure to confirm the times before going. The park is also teeming with birds. More than 160 species, including weaver birds, cranes, pelicans, and storks, have been introduced to the region. In addition to a reptile park, palm garden, butterfly pavilion, and crocodile pens, there are walking and cycling pathways that weave through casuarina groves.

Mombasa Marine National Park

Mombasa Marine National Park, one of Kenya's busiest offshore reserves, guards’ mangroves, seagrass meadows, sandy beaches, and coral reefs. Especially north of Mombasa, from Mtwapa Creek south to the entrance of Likoni, diving, and snorkelling are popular activities. The reserve is home to a variety of marine life, including seahorses, stingrays, and eels. The MV Dania is a well-known wreck dive in this area. You may observe the various marine species from a glass-bottom boat if you'd rather stay dry. The marine park is accessible from Nyali, Bamburi, and Shanzu - three well-known beaches.

North Coast Beaches

Mombasa's north coast beaches are a tad livelier than its south coast beaches. There is no shortage of tourist activity thanks to the palm-lined beaches, the beautiful waters, the coral reefs, and the abundance of water sports, resorts, and entertainment options. The resorts are also nearer to Mombasa City and the airport.

Nyali Beach is the first destination when traveling north from Mombasa. This beach has hotels and shops lining it, and the fine white sand makes it a wonderful place to wander. Further north, Bamburi Beach is another popular tourist destination with a variety of lodging options, including luxury 

resorts and beach cottages. Riding camels down the sand is one of the most well-liked activities on Bamburi Beach, as it is on many Mombasa beaches.

One of the best spots to visit in Mtwapa, which is located around 15 kilometres north of Mombasa, is Shanzu Beach. Popular activities around here

 include scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing, and glass-bottom boat excursions.

South Coast Beaches

The shoreline to the south of Mombasa is breathtakingly beautiful. The sun-bleached beaches are lapped by turquoise waters while vacationers lounge beneath rustling palms. Coral reefs shield the swimming areas from offshore swells, while lush rainforests teem with animals and birds aplenty. It makes sense that Mombasa's south coast beaches are among the most well-liked destinations to hang out.

One of the most well-known Mombasa beaches is Diani Beach. Although it is the most populous and urbanized region south of Mombasa, it

 nevertheless has stunning beach views. European tour groups come here to take advantage of the diverse selection of water sports, which range from water skiing and parasailing to windsurfing, sailing, snorkelling, kitesurfing, and diving. Additionally, Diani Beach has a thriving nightlife.

Tiwi Beach is a good option if you're searching for somewhere a little more tranquil. It's located 17 kilometres south of the Likoni Ferry. Here, snorkelers and sunbathers will find some picturesque vistas. One of the most romantic destinations in Mombasa is Tiwi Beach.

Mombasa Tusks

Queen Elizabeth's 1952 visit to Mombasa is commemorated by the Mombasa Tusks. The aluminium-built tusks serve as a landmark for entry to the central business district, which houses the majority of banks, stores, and marketplaces.

They make for an Instagram-worthy photo opportunity, but getting both sides will require you to first navigate the traffic on this busy road. Additionally, you'll see that the tusks' intersections create the letter "M" for Mombasa. 

Mombasa Go-Karts

All ages of children and speedsters like Mombasa Go-Kart. Drive go-karts around the smooth concrete track, bounce around in off-road buggies, or get excavation skills with a Bobcat excavator.

You may have a snack at the kid-friendly restaurant with video games, a giant playground, and a big screen displaying sporting events after all the 

excitement. At night, the Go-Kart course is floodlit.

The best time to visit Mombasa is during the months of July through October, since this is the dry spell after the rains. The sky switches between cloudy and sunny, which will make a perfect background for all your sunset snaps.