City Tour with Ghalib
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
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
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
Old Town
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.
What‘s Included
Tuktuk ride
Service of a tour guide
Entrance fee to Fort Jesus
Lunch
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City Tour with Ghalib
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
City tour with Ghalib
YaserMadrid,Aug 15, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great 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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