Mombasa Beach Escape

Mombasa, the second largest city in Kenya, is located on Mombasa Island. It is a steamy, tropical, low rise city with asymmetrical streets, a languid pace and a diverse and intriguing population. Mombasa is one of Kenya's most popular tourist destinations. The coastal city is located along the Indian Ocean and is the second largest city in Kenya. From thrilling safaris to relaxing beaches, this city has it all. It's also famous for its nightlife.

Mombasa is mostly a Swahili town. Women chatter by in dark bui-bui or wrapped in brilliant multi-coloured kangas. There are dozens of intricate mosques and temples, pungent open air markets, and mazes of narrow lanes crowded with street stalls.

The city of fun, games and adventure

Mombasa is culturally diverse - a blend of Indian, African and Arabic cultures. Mosques, Jain temples and more can be found dotted across the city. The Mombasa Tusks are an important landmark, built to form the letter M back in 1956 to commemorate Princess Margaret's visit. Other famous spots include the Spice Market and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fort Jesus.

Mombasa has developed into one of the busiest ports in Africa and an economic hub owing to its natural beauty, cultural diversity and rich history. With coral reefs, seafood, architectural wonders, and white sand beaches, there is so much to do in Mombasa.

Beaches of Mombasa

Stretching north of Mombasa there are miles of idyllic white sandy beaches. The nearest beach is Nyali Beach, and then Bamburi, Shanzu and Kikambala stretch north. All have a number of large hotels.

The beaches all have soft white sand and many are backed by profusions of palms. There are offshore coral reefs which protect the beach and make superb snorkel spots.

From June to September the beaches have a lot of seaweed washed up onto them. The best time to visit them is from October to April.