South Coast Beaches, Mombasa

Wild Waters is among the most unique places to visit in Mombasa with family and friends. The entertainment theme park has many amazing water based slides and rides, with plenty of swimming ride options. It also has a separate place for the air peace rights and even offers visitors a chance to enjoy bumper cars.

The south coast of Kenya has a far more rustic appeal in comparison to Nyali or the other suburb beaches that are located immediately north of the Mombasa. This can be largely attributed to the logistical dislocation from the island-bound city which is connected by the steady but slow Likoni ferry service and not the road bridge. Highlights: The three most prominent destinations here include the Diani Beach, Shimba Hills National Reserve and Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park. In the Southern edge of the ferry, the surfaced A14 sticks that go up to 1 to 2 miles of the sea shore for a major chunk of its length, veering the further inland just as it heads to the Lunga Lunga border with Tanzania that lies some 72 miles south of Mombasa. Location: These lie over 30 km south of Mombasa. Timings: Open round the year. Price: Entry is free.

Old Town is a prominent area located in the Mombasa region of Kenya. Spread over an area of 72 hectares of the land, the Old Town is inhabited by a blend of local British, Asian, Arab and Portuguese settlers. Highlights: In the year 1997, the Old Town and Fort Jesus were nominated by the National museums of Kenya for finding a place in the UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites. Buildings that you spot in the Old Town are largely inspired by the trade culture of Mombasa with several references from the Islamic and Portuguese architecture. One prominent tourist attraction here is the Portuguese Fort Jesus. Location: Old Town lies on the south east end of the Mombasa Island adjacent to the Tudor Creek in Kenya. Timings: Open all round the year. Price: Entry to the Old Town is free. You may however have to pay specific prices for visiting the attractions in the Old Town.

The coastline lying north of Mombasa is in itself a world of fascinating natural beauty and history. Highlights: Lined with pristine beaches filled with palm trees and the calm waters of the Indian Ocean, the beaches are broken by a huge mouth of the Kilifi Creek whose blue waters are a prominent port of call when it comes to the international yachting circuit. Kikambala, Vipingo, Shanzu and Nyali are a home to a vivid range of top rated resorts that serve fine cuisines and assure authentic services. On the other hand, the peaceful and quiet beach havens of Takaungu and Mtwapa offer the perfect escape from the outside world with its endless deserted beaches. Location: The gateway of the North Coast Beaches is Mombasa. So, to get there, you can directly fly to Malindi. Timings: Open round the year Price: Entry to the North Coast Beaches is free.

Mombasa Tusks is one of the most prominent landmarks of the Mombasa city of Kenya. These metal tusks though a prominent landmark have no specific attraction here.

Mombasa Marine National Park is a national reserve and a marine park situated in Mombasa in Kenya. Spread over an area of 2500 acres or 10 km square, the reserve of the park spans over 49.400 acres. Explore the wonders of Mombasa Marine National Park by including it in your Kenya packages for an unforgettable marine adventure.