Fort Jesus Tours

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Fort Jesus played a key defensive role during its time. Now a historic site, you can only imagine some of the spectacles its mighty walls have witnessed.

You'll soon learn why this Mombasa history-filled fortress is visited by many travelers. If you're searching for more to see and do here, Mombasa Marine National Park, City Mall, and Wild Waters are in this area as well. They won't take you very long to reach from Fort Jesus.

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Tours & day trips

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Mombasa City Tour

Mombasa City Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
5.0 out of 5 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $40 per adult
Mombasa City Tour

Adventure & outdoor

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8 Days 7 Nights Masai Mara: Mombasa Safari by Ghalib

8 Days 7 Nights Masai Mara: Mombasa Safari by Ghalib

Activity duration is 8 days
Free cancellation available
Price is $3,197 per adult
8 Days 7 Nights Masai Mara: Mombasa Safari by Ghalib

History & culture

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Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Cultural Tour of Mombasa from Diani.

Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Cultural Tour of Mombasa from Diani.

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $170 per adult*
Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Cultural Tour of Mombasa from Diani.

Food, drink & nightlife

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Tsavo East and West: 3-Day Wildlife Safari From Mombasa

Tsavo East and West: 3-Day Wildlife Safari From Mombasa

Activity duration is 3 days
Free cancellation available
Price is $1,225 per adult
Tsavo East and West: 3-Day Wildlife Safari From Mombasa

Shopping & fashion

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7 Days Mombasa Beach-Tsavo West-Voyager Ziwani Holiday Safari(minimum 2 per...

7 Days Mombasa Beach-Tsavo West-Voyager Ziwani Holiday Safari(minimum 2 per...

Activity duration is 7 days
Price is $2,000 per adult
7 Days Mombasa Beach-Tsavo West-Voyager Ziwani Holiday Safari(minimum 2 per...

Reviews of Fort Jesus

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Dec 28, 2018

After touring the fort, walk around Old Town with the help of a guide (they will seek you out and are very helpful). If venturing out by yourself, be wary of young hooligans.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Dec 13, 2018

Dress comfortably and carry enough water..:)

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4 out of 5
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New Palm Tree Hotel
New Palm Tree Hotel
3 out of 5
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Tulia Old Town
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The Beautiful 3Br All En-suite Apt
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