To get the best experience out of Mombasa you need to book one of our local friendly tour guides. They will be able to show you around, make you feel like a local. Whether you want to see the tourist sites or visit places off the beaten track and discover new experiences, then our Guides4me guide is there to make it happen.
Derias
Derias is 22 years old and speaks English, Swahili and Luo.
After secondary school, he moved to Nairobi to study at the Institute of Design. This is where he studied fashion design and has now become the CEO of his own fashion brand. His passion is adventure, travelling, singing and meeting new people. Therefore, if you are looking for an educated and fun guy with an interest in outdoor sport and adventure, then Derias is your guide. When you book Derias, it will be a unique and memorable experience of a lifetime. He will look after you and by the end of the trip you’ve made a best friend.
Total cost for the guide services of Derias for one day (8 hours) = a booking fee of USD 33 via Paypal, debit / credit cards, bank transfer or Crypto Currency plus USD 60 in cash to Derias after his services. This makes a total of USD 93.
This excludes any transport, entrance fees or any food & beverage costs.
“Derias is very friendly, educated and a fun guy, we had a great couple of days, he made Kenya special for us, we wish we could have stayed longer.” – John, Canada
Benedict
Benedict is 29 years old and speaks English, Swahili and Luo.
Having a degree in International Tourism Management, Benedict started working for as a tour consultant manager for a tour company offering safaris in Kenya. He has a great understanding of hospitality. Therefore Benedict is a good choice as a guide, along with his local knowledge of the tourism sector. He will be able to get you the best deals. More importantly you will be greeted with a big friendly smile that’s eager to please.
Total cost for the guide services of Benedict for one day (8 hours) = a booking fee of USD 33 via Paypal, debit / credit cards, bank transfer or Crypto Currency plus USD 60 in cash to Benedict after his services. This makes a total of USD 93.
This excludes any transport, entrance fees or any food & beverage costs.
“Benedict is a very friendly, knowledgable guy, who is very eager to please. He helped us with lots of arrangements and he made Kenya extra special for us, if only we could have stayed longer.” – John & Alice, USA
Located on the east coast of Kenya, Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya after Nairobi. It has a huge port and an international airport, hence it is an important regional tourism hub.
An interesting place to visit is Fort Jesus built between 1593 and 1596. By order of King Philip II of Spain, to guard the Old Port of Mombasa. UNESCO now lists Fort Jesus as a World Heritage site, therefore make sure you add it to your sightseeing list.
Why not escape the traffic and visit Haller Park? Its natural beauty will amaze you. It is set in Bamburi, Mombasa, on the Kenyan coast. Although originally a quarry wasteland, it has had a major facelift. Now It is an ecological area with a Nature Trail. You will find various animals such as hippos, giraffes, buffalos, zebras, waterbucks, and many more.
However many travellers simply come to Mombasa to enjoy the beach. Diani Beach is one such famous beach resort, located 30 kilometres south of Mombasa. It has been voted for the third consecutive time since 2015 as Africa’s leading beach destination. When you get there, you will see why.
If water activities is your thing, Then why not visit the Marine National Park and Reserve? This marine park is a nice spot for both snorkeling and diving.
In conclusion, Choose Mombasa for an unparalleled solo experience, where African hospitality and solo exploration converge in a symphony of discovery. With Guides4Me, rest assured that your solo journey around Kenya will be a tale of indulgence, nature, culture, and memorable moments crafted just for you.
Derias is 22 years old and speaks English, Swahili and Luo.
