Island heritage half-day
- Fort Jesus
- Old Town walking tour
- Photo stop at the Tusks
KES 1,650 – 6,950
Delegate excursions · 24–27 November 2026
Discover Mombasa, one slideshow at a time
Fourteen sites around the forum city — each with a photo gallery, the procurement angle delegates can take away, and an estimated budget per person so you can plan your free time with confidence.
Where to stay
Recommended 4- and 5-star hotels
Hotels are grouped by distance from the forum venue, the Tembo International Convention Centre (TICC) in Shanzu. Delegates book and pay for their own rooms. Quote code EAPF2026 where conference rates apply, and book early because late November is high season on the coast.
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Tembo International Convention Centre (TICC)
Serena Road, Shanzu Beach, Mombasa North Coast · at PrideInn Flamingo Beach Resort · about 25 km from Moi International Airport
At the venue & Shanzu
Walking distance or a 5-minute shuttle4 hotels- ★★★★4-star
PrideInn Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa
📍 Shanzu · Serena Road · TICC is part of this resort — no transfer needed.
On siteNo transfer needed - ★★★★★5-star
Serena Beach Resort & Spa
📍 Shanzu · Serena Road · Swahili-style beachfront resort with spa and pools, next door to TICC.
0.5 km≈ 2 min - ★★★★★5-star
PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort, Convention Centre & Spa
📍 Shanzu · Large beach resort with its own convention centre.
1.5 km≈ 5 min - ★★★★4-star
Mombasa Continental Resort
📍 Shanzu · Beach resort with pools and meeting rooms on Shanzu Beach.
1.5 km≈ 5 min
Bamburi
10–20 minutes by road4 hotels- ★★★★★5-star
Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
📍 Bamburi · Long-established beach resort with several pools, restaurants and a spa.
5 km≈ 12 min - ★★★★4-star
Severin Sea Lodge
📍 Bamburi · Beach hotel with makuti-roof rondavels and a spa.
6 km≈ 15 min - ★★★★4-star
Travellers Beach Hotel
📍 Bamburi · Family beach hotel with pools and restaurants.
7 km≈ 15 min - ★★★★4-star
Sai Rock Beach Hotel & Spa
📍 Bamburi · Beachfront hotel with spa, close to Haller Park.
8 km≈ 18 min
Nyali & Kenyatta Beach
20–35 minutes by road5 hotels- ★★★★4-star
Mombasa Beach Hotel
📍 Kenyatta Beach · Clifftop hotel above Kenyatta Beach.
10 km≈ 20 min - ★★★★4-star
Voyager Beach Resort
📍 Nyali · Large beach resort near Nyali's malls and restaurants.
13 km≈ 25 min - ★★★★4-star
Nyali International Beach Hotel & Spa
📍 Nyali · Beach hotel set in gardens on Nyali Beach.
13 km≈ 25 min - ★★★★4-star
Nyali Sun Africa Beach Hotel & Spa
📍 Nyali · Beach hotel with pools and spa on Nyali Beach.
13 km≈ 25 min - ★★★★★5-star
English Point Marina
📍 Nyali (Mkomani) · Waterfront hotel and marina facing Mombasa Old Town.
17 km≈ 35 min
South Coast
For delegates extending their stay1 hotels- ★★★★★5-star
Swahili Beach Resort
📍 Diani · Luxury resort on Diani Beach — best for a pre- or post-forum break.
60 km≈ 1.5–2 hrs via Likoni ferry
Please note: distances and drive times from TICC are approximate and depend on traffic, so use "Directions to TICC" for a live route. Star categories are as published by each hotel. This list is for delegates' convenience and is not an endorsement. The Secretariat will confirm designated partner hotels, negotiated rates and shuttle routes; see the Logistics Note.
Ready-made plans
Four ways to spend a free afternoon
Indicative per-person budgets combining the estimates below. Use “Add to my day” on any site to build your own.
North-coast nature day
- Haller Park (giraffe feeding 3pm)
- Mamba Village
- Sunset at Nguuni
KES 5,450 – 10,700
After-sessions evening
- Nyali Beach swim
- Sunset dhow cruise on Tudor Creek
KES 4,500 – 15,000
Procurement study tour
- Port of Mombasa (KPA visit)
- Likoni Ferry crossing
- Coast Crafts Trail
KES 1,000 – 11,800
Recommended sites
Find a site that fits your free time
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Please check fees before you visit. Entry fees are set by each site and can change at short notice. Rates shown are per adult for Kenyan (citizens, incl. EAC where stated), Resident (foreign nationals living in Kenya, and other African citizens where stated) and Non-resident visitors. Official schedules: National Museums of Kenya (Fort Jesus, Jumba la Mtwana, Malindi sites) ↗ · Kenya Wildlife Service (Mombasa Marine Park) ↗. Bring your passport or alien/ID card, as the resident and citizen rates require proof.
Built1593
by the Portuguese to guard the Old Port — inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2011.
Forum angle
Heritage asset management and conservation procurement.
Heritage & cultureUNESCO World Heritage Site
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Fort Jesus
A 16th-century Portuguese fort overlooking the harbour entrance, with a museum on Swahili and coastal history.
Entry fee per adultOfficial rates
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| KES 550 | USD 9 | USD 17 |
Kenyan includes EAC citizens; Resident rate also applies to citizens of other African countries. Children: KES 300 / USD 6 / USD 8. From 7 May 2026. National Museums of Kenya fee schedule ↗
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 850 – 2,850 /person
| Tuk-tuk or taxi from island hotels (return) | KES 300–800 |
| Licensed guide (optional, per person) | KES 0–1,500 |
Getting there: Nkrumah Road, Old Town · open daily, about 8am–6pm
Access: Ramped entrance; interior paths are uneven in places. Managed by National Museums of Kenya.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Walk2–3 hrs
Narrow lanes of Swahili, Arab and Indian architecture right beside Fort Jesus — shops, mosques and the spice market.
Forum angle
Local economy and SMEs, cultural tourism and conservation of a living heritage district.
Heritage & cultureLiving Swahili quarter
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Mombasa Old Town
Narrow lanes of Swahili, Arab and Indian-influenced architecture around Fort Jesus, still home to working shops, mosques and the spice market.
Entry fee per adult
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Free |
Guided walks are optional and paid separately.
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 800 – 3,600 /person
| Entry | Free |
| Guided walking tour (per person) | KES 500–1,500 |
| Tuk-tuk (return) | KES 300–600 |
| Swahili coffee, snacks or lunch | KES 0–1,500 |
Getting there: Adjoins Fort Jesus on Mombasa Island — explore on foot or by tuk-tuk
Access: Narrow, sometimes uneven streets; limited step-free access in the oldest lanes.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Built1952
Erected to mark a royal visit — now the most photographed landmark in the city.
Forum angle
Urban identity, public civic assets and city branding.
Heritage & cultureCity landmark
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Mombasa Tusks
Two pairs of crossed aluminium tusks arching over Moi Avenue — the symbol of Mombasa and an easy photo stop between sessions.
Entry fee per adult
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Free |
Public landmark.
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesFree – 500 /person
| Entry | Free |
| Tuk-tuk or walk from the CBD | KES 0–500 |
Getting there: Moi Avenue, city centre
Access: Street-side on a paved, level pavement.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Serves6+
countries — Kenya and its landlocked neighbours route trade through Kilindini Harbour.
Forum angle
Infrastructure and equipment procurement, logistics and regional trade facilitation at scale.
Infrastructure & transportEast Africa's gateway
1 / 5
Port of Mombasa
The region's principal logistics gateway, handling cargo for Kenya and its landlocked neighbours through Kilindini Harbour.
Entry fee per adult
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| By arrangement | By arrangement | By arrangement |
Study visits are arranged through Kenya Ports Authority via the Secretariat.
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesFree – 1,000 /person
| Study visit (by KPA arrangement) | No public fee |
| Shared delegate bus / taxi | KES 0–1,000 |
| Note | Group visit via the Secretariat |
Getting there: Kilindini Harbour, south-west of Mombasa Island
Access: An operational port — study visits need advance clearance through Kenya Ports Authority.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Daily300k+
pedestrians and thousands of vehicles cross the channel, run by Kenya Ferry Services.
Forum angle
Public transport infrastructure, service delivery at volume and safety management.
Infrastructure & transportPublic transport at scale
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Likoni Ferry
The free pedestrian and vehicle ferry linking Mombasa Island to Likoni and the south coast — a lesson in service delivery at volume.
Entry fee per adult
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Free |
Free for pedestrians; vehicles pay by class.
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesFree – 800 /person
| Pedestrian crossing | Free |
| Vehicle crossing | Fee by vehicle class |
| Taxi to the ferry (return) | KES 0–800 |
Getting there: Likoni Channel, southern tip of Mombasa Island
Access: Pedestrian ramps and a walkway; very crowded at peak hours.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Feeding11am · 3pm
Giraffe feeding times; hippos at 4pm and crocodiles at 4:30pm. Includes the Butterfly Pavilion.
Forum angle
Green procurement, environmental rehabilitation and long-term sustainability planning.
Nature & wildlifeQuarry turned ecosystem
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Haller Park
A former Bamburi limestone quarry rehabilitated since the 1970s into forest, grassland and wetland — home to giraffes, hippos, buffalo and giant tortoises.
Entry fee per adultCheck before you go
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| KES 800 | KES 800 | KES 2,200 |
Operator's published East African resident and non-resident rates (2025). Children: KES 400 / KES 1,000. Published rates (Visit Haller Park) ↗
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 2,000 – 4,000 /person
| Taxi from the island (return, shared) | KES 1,200–2,400 |
| Snacks / curio shop | KES 0–800 |
Getting there: Bamburi, north coast — about 12 km from the city centre · open daily 8am–5pm
Access: Natural terrain, not fully wheelchair-friendly; the Butterfly Pavilion walkway is level.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Best at4–6pm
Guided walks among giraffe, oryx and eland below the Nguu Tatu hills, ending with sundowners.
Run byCommunity
A community-managed sanctuary on rehabilitated land — a working example of local land-use stewardship.
Forum angle
Community-based environmental sustainability, tourism and land-use management.
Nature & wildlifeGiraffes at sunset
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Nguuni Nature Sanctuary
A sanctuary of savannah and doum-palm forest below the Nguu Tatu hills, with resident giraffe, oryx and eland.
Entry fee per adultCheck before you go
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| Book ahead | Book ahead | Book ahead |
Guided walks are booked directly with the sanctuary; fees are quoted on booking. Nguuni Nature Sanctuary ↗
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 2,500 – 5,000 /person
| Entry & guided walk (book ahead, approx.) | KES 1,000–2,000 |
| Taxi from the island (return, shared) | KES 1,500–2,500 |
| Sundowner drinks (optional) | KES 0–500 |
Getting there: Off Bamburi, north coast — about 10 minutes from Bamburi Beach
Access: Guided walks on natural ground; vehicle viewing possible.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Go atLow tide
Snorkel over reef fish and sea turtles; check tide tables and book a licensed boat operator.
Forum angle
Green procurement, marine conservation and sustainable tourism management.
Nature & wildlifeCoral reef & glass-bottom boats
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Mombasa Marine Park
A Kenya Wildlife Service marine reserve off the north-coast beaches, explored by glass-bottom boat and snorkel.
Entry fee per adultOfficial rates
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| KES 500 | KES 675 | USD 25 |
Kenyan rate covers East African citizens; other African citizens pay USD 15. Children: KES 250 / KES 350 / USD 15. Boat and snorkel hire are extra. Kenya Wildlife Service conservation fees ↗
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 3,000 – 6,000 /person
| Glass-bottom boat & snorkel (shared, approx.) | KES 2,000–4,000 |
| Taxi (return) | KES 500–1,500 |
Getting there: Offshore from Nyali and Bamburi beaches
Access: Boat-based; boarding assistance may be needed at the beach launch.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Water~28°C
Late November is warm and between the long and short rains — ideal for an evening swim.
Forum angle
Sustainable tourism and hospitality supply chains.
Coast & leisureWhite sand, warm Indian Ocean
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Nyali & Bamburi Beaches
A long run of white-sand, palm-shaded beach on the north coast, lined with hotels, cafés and water-sports operators.
Entry fee per adult
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Free |
Public beach access.
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 1,000 – 4,000 /person
| Public beach access | Free |
| Taxi (return) | KES 800–1,500 |
| Drinks, lunch or sunbed | KES 200–2,500 |
Getting there: North coast — 15–20 minutes from the city centre
Access: Firm sand near hotel frontages; softer sand further from access points.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Departs6:30pm
Classic dinner cruises leave Tamarind Jetty, sail past Fort Jesus and return around 10:30pm.
Forum angle
Hospitality value chains and support for local operators and suppliers.
Coast & leisureEvening on Tudor Creek
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Sunset Dhow Cruise
An evening sail on a traditional wooden dhow along Tudor Creek, past Fort Jesus and the Old Port — often with a seafood dinner on board.
Entry fee per adultCheck before you go
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| ≈ USD 77 | ≈ USD 77 | ≈ USD 77 |
Typical dinner-cruise price, the same for all visitors; shorter sunset sails cost less. Operator listing ↗
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 3,500 – 11,000 /person
| Sunset sail only (approx.) | KES 3,000–6,000 |
| Dinner cruise with seafood (approx. USD 77) | ≈ KES 10,000 |
| Taxi (return) | KES 500–1,000 |
Getting there: Departs Tamarind Jetty / the Old Port
Access: A step down from the jetty; assistance usually available on request.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Name“Large house of the slave”
Ruins of houses, mosques and tombs abandoned some five centuries ago beside Mtwapa Creek.
EntryKES 200
Kenyan/EAC adult fee at National Museums of Kenya heritage sites (from May 2026).
Forum angle
Heritage conservation and public asset management outside the main city footprint.
Heritage & culture14th-century Swahili ruins
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Jumba la Mtwana
Fourteenth-century Swahili ruins — including a seafront mosque — in a quiet coastal forest near Mtwapa Creek.
Entry fee per adultOfficial rates
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| KES 200 | USD 6 | USD 8 |
Kenyan includes EAC citizens; Resident rate also applies to citizens of other African countries. Children: KES 100 / USD 3 / USD 4. From 7 May 2026. National Museums of Kenya fee schedule ↗
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 1,400 – 4,200 /person
| Taxi (return, shared) | KES 1,200–3,000 |
| Lunch at Mtwapa | KES 0–1,000 |
Getting there: Near Mtwapa Creek, Kilifi County — about 15 km north of the city
Access: Uneven archaeological ground; limited wheelchair access.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Feeding5pm
Guided pool-side tours of one of Kenya's largest crocodile farms, with a botanical garden and restaurant.
Close byNyali
Easy to combine with the beach or Haller Park on a north-coast afternoon.
Forum angle
Tourism-enterprise operations, animal management and private-sector concession models.
Nature & wildlifeCrocodiles & botanical garden
1 / 5
Mamba Village
One of Kenya's largest crocodile farms on the north coast, with guided pool-side tours, a botanical garden and a restaurant.
Entry fee per adultCheck before you go
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| ≈ KES 350 | Ask at gate | Ask at gate |
Last published Kenyan adult rate; group discounts available. Resident and non-resident rates are set at the gate. Mamba Village Tour booking↗
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 950 – 1,700 /person
| Taxi (return) | KES 600–1,200 |
Getting there: Links Road, Nyali
Access: Paved paths between pools; some gravel sections.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
InclusionBombolulu
Bombolulu Workshops employ artisans with disabilities making jewellery, textiles and carvings — a live case study for inclusive procurement.
CooperativeAkamba
Thousands of carvers work through the Akamba Handicraft cooperative at Changamwe, near the airport.
Forum angle
Inclusive procurement, disability-inclusive employment, SMEs, cooperatives and local sourcing.
Heritage & cultureAkamba Handicraft & Bombolulu
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Coast Crafts Trail
Two social enterprises in one afternoon: the Akamba Handicraft carvers' cooperative and the disability-inclusive Bombolulu Workshops.
Entry fee per adult
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Free |
Free to visit; crafts are for sale.
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 1,000 – 10,000 /person
| Entry | Free |
| Taxi between both sites (return) | KES 1,000–2,000 |
| Crafts & gifts (your choice) | KES 0–8,000 |
Getting there: Akamba: Changamwe, near the airport · Bombolulu: 3 km north of Nyali Bridge (weekdays)
Access: Bombolulu is purpose-built for accessibility.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
Distance125 km
About 2.5 hours north of Mombasa — combine Mambrui's pillar tomb and sand dunes with Malindi town.
HighlightChe Shale
Wind-carved dunes run down to the beach; go with a local guide.
Forum angle
Conservation of an at-risk heritage site and community-based tourism development.
Heritage & cultureA full-day coastal escape
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Mambrui & Malindi
A once-thriving 14th–15th century Swahili-Arab trading town beside Malindi, with a pillar tomb inlaid with Chinese porcelain, old mosques and sand dunes.
Entry fee per adultOfficial rates
| Kenyan | Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| KES 200 | USD 6 | USD 8 |
Rate for National Museums heritage sites around Malindi (e.g. Malindi Museum, Gede). Mambrui village and its dunes are free to walk. National Museums of Kenya fee schedule ↗
Estimated day budget · Kenyan ratesKES 4,000 – 7,000 /person
| Car hire with driver, shared by 4 (approx.) | KES 2,500–4,000 |
| Local guide | KES 500–1,000 |
| Lunch in Malindi | KES 1,000–2,000 |
Getting there: Just north of Malindi, Kilifi County
Access: Informal sandy paths; no formal visitor infrastructure.
Totals use Kenyan/EAC rates
About the budgets: estimates are per person in Kenya shillings for Kenyan/EAC delegates, based on published 2025–2026 entry fees (National Museums of Kenya, Kenya Wildlife Service, site operators) plus typical taxi and tuk-tuk fares from Mombasa Island. Fees for non-EAC visitors are shown alongside. USD prices converted at about KES 129. Prices change — confirm with each site before you go.
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