Introducing Mombasa
Mombasa is the largest city on the Kenyan coast and also the largest coastal port in East Africa. Traders have been coming here since at least the 12th century, and during its bloody history Mombasa changed hands dozens of times between the Arab-Swahilis, Portuguese, Omanis and finally the British.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
Tips & articles
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The Kenyan coast: Mombasa to the Lamu Archipelago
18 April 2011
Do you know how you can travel on the Kenyan coast? By spice boat. There is possibly no more romantic...
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Travel in December: cities where the sun shines
20 December 2010
Ice, wind, rain. Sound familiar?If your winter is dominated by these three elements but you’re looking for some sunshine, then...
Thorn Tree forum discussion
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1 month in Uganda/Kenya/Tanzania
by Simon85 14 September 2011
Guys I need your help. I'm currently on my year off traveling the globe. I'm arriving the 14 of January in either Nairobi or Entebbe…
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RE: Mombasa bus to Malindi
by kaz 14 September 2011
I'd always avoid travelling at night if there was any possible alternative. I would also stay in Mombasa and head for Malindi early the…
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RE: Mombasa bus to Malindi
by catw 14 September 2011
No, it's never safe to travel at night outside cities in Kenya. I strongly advise you to travel only during the day.
Hotels & Hostels in Mombasa
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Mombasa Backpackers
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Villa Annchen
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Kenya Bay Beach Hotel
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