Explore Mombasa
Mombasa is considered to be a paradise on earth because of it,s sunny and warm weather throughout the year. Mombasa is Kenya,s second largest city and an island connected by bridges and ferries to the Kenyan Coast. Mombasa,s beach resorts preside over palm-studded strands fringed by shimmering coral reefs. Tourists from Europe and beyond flock here to enjoy the many things to do.
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Cuisine
Meals
Casual local dining for two people average at around 1,800 KES (R318). Mombasa does however offer a large cultural variety in gastronomy and local cuisine should average at 2,200 KES or (R380).Drinks
A Domestic beer can be purchased for 300 KES (R53.13) and imported beers can run you up to 350 KES (R61.99).
Transportation
Taxis
Uber is available in Mombasa with a base fee of 50KES (R8.86),35KES (R6.20) per kilometer, and 3KES (R0.53) per minute. These are just average prices. Accurate prices can be found on the Uber App.General Transport
Making use of Public transport like local busses run at an average of 1,829 KSh (R323.94) per person for general travel in Mombasa per day.Things to do in Mombasa
There are beautiful dolphin spotting trips on traditional dhows. Explore the wrecks, reefs, and sunny sea shores by going deep-sea fishing, diving and snorkeling. A world of history and culture awaits on the this bustling island.
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
These recommended vaccines need to be taken 4-8 weeks prior to departure:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Typhoid
- Cholera
- Rabies
- Yellow Fever
- Meningitis
- Polio
- Measles
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Tdap
- Chickenpox
- Shingles
- Pneumonia
- Influenza
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- Copy of Travel documents
- Insect repellent
- Portable power bank
- Hand sanitizer
- Water bottle
- Quick dry towel
- Local phrase book
- Neck Wallet
- Power adaptor
- Camara
