Book Your Holiday to Mombasa with Qatar Airways Holidays

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Mombasa

Mombasa,

Kenya

With its spectacular 300-mile long beaches, tranquil azure-blue waters and exotic blend of cultures, Mombasa is an amazing place to explore. Historical monuments, safari treks and mouth-watering cuisine all ensure this colourful Kenyan city is full of sights, sounds and activities for you to enjoy. Ideal for beach lovers, wildlife enthusiasts and adventurous families alike, a package holiday to Mombasa with Qatar Airways Holidays has everything you need for the perfect getaway.

• Take a picture in front of the iconic replica elephant tusk landmark that warmly welcomes you into Mombasa

• Head to the coast and relax on one of Mombasa’s several beautiful beaches

• Wander around the battlements and tree-shaded grounds of Mombasa’s most visited site; the 16th-century Fort Jesus

• Enjoy the exotic scent of pepper, turmeric, cardamom and curry powders as you browse the stalls at the city’s buzzing spice market

• View the local art and Kenyan crafts on display at the gallery within the old law courts

• Visit architectural and design blends of the Mandhry Mosque, with its Swahili, African and Arabic influences

Mombasa Holiday Packages

A cosmopolitan destination brimming with plenty of fun-filled activities and sights, holiday packages to Mombasa with Qatar Airways Holidays guarantee you’ll never be bored. Whether you prefer city centre hotels or beachside retreats, a Mombasa package holiday is for you. Taking all of the hassle out of planning your ideal getaway, flights, transfers and your perfect hotel stay is included.

Discover traditional Kenyan food, whether it’s at a restaurant in a 5-star hotel or a quick snack from a street vendor, Mombasa’s delicious coastal cuisine is something to enjoy. Make sure you try the city’s fresh seafood and signature dishes like Viazi Karanga (fried potatoes) and the coconut Kashata sweet.

Good to know

Time Zone

GMT+3 hours

Languages

Swahili, English

Dialing Code

+254

Electricity

240V 50Hz

Currency

Kenyan Shilling

When to visit

The best time to visit Mombasa is from December to January, and between July and August. The weather is warm and dry and there’s an abundance of sunshine; perfect for scuba diving, walking tours and safari expeditions.

Mombasa Experiences

• Explore Mombasa’s underwater sights and scuba dive or snorkel at the Mombasa Marine National Park. See the coral reef and mangroves through the crystal-clear waters beneath you as you swim, as you join eels, stingrays and seahorses in their natural habitat.

• Take your family to see the variety of wildlife at Haller Park. This thriving nature reserve has giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, and over 160 species of birds.

• Visit Wasini Island by Dhow and keep an eye out for the dolphins that swim by. There are also ancient Swahili villages situated around the small island’s coastal shrubs, making it this day’s excursion a rich cultural experience too.

• Mombasa is a great city for shopping, with shops and markets selling a variety of spices, wood carvings and masks, colourful sarongs and homemade sandals.

• Mombasa’s calendar is full of events and festivals that you can time with your package holiday. Visit in November for traditional Kenyan dancing and music at the annual Mombasa Carnival in November, or watch the sporting greats at the triathlon in September.

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