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About Mombasa

Mombasa, the second largest city in Kenya, is located on the coast of Kenya. Due its location on the gulf along the Indian Ocean, Mombasa is also the main port of Kenya. Haller Park, Mombasa Marine National Park and Reserve, Fort Jesus, Diani Beach, and Shimba Hills National Reserve are some of the most important places to visit. Although the exact date of the establishment of Mombasa is unknown, it is thought to have a long history. Until 1963, Mombasa was part of the Zanzibar State. It is currently part of the Republic of Kenya which was founded in 1963. The climate of the city is temperate, rainy, and tropical. The city is a trading center where the agricultural products of the region are marketed. Mombasa has shipbuilding repair workshops as well as other various factories throughout the city. In addition, Mombasa, a coastal tourism center, has many luxury hotels.

Mombasa especially attracts tourists with its natural areas. The parks and reservoirs where various animals and plant species are located are some of the must-visit areas when visiting the region. Another touristic place to visit, Diani Beach, which is known for its all natural beauty, is about 1 hour away from the city center.

Fort Jesus, a rather old castle, draws attention with its historic and impressive architecture. Air transportation in Mombasa is available from Moi International Airport. The airport is only a 15 minute drive from the city center. Flights from Istanbul to Mombasa with 1 or more transfers, take at least 8 hours and 40 minutes.

Transportation to Mombasa City Center from Airport

Moi Intl. Airport

Moi International Airport, which offers service to the city of Mombasa of Kenya, welcomes many domestic and foreign visitors every day. The airport can be reached from the airport by using many alternatives such as bus, hotel shuttle, car rental or taxi.

Car Rental

There are a few car rental companies offering service at Moi International Airport. You can make a reservation in advance or request your hotel to direct you to a reliable company. Those who don’t want to lose time with other means of transportation can provide their transportation to Mombasa city center from the airport by renting a car.

Hotel Shuttle

You can have a comfortable travel by using a hotel shuttle that will pick you up from the airport. You can get information about this issue by contacting your hotel or make a reservation in advance if you don’t want to lose time. The amount you need pay may increase depending on the number of luggage and passengers. You can comfortable travel to the city center from Moi International Airport by using a hotel shuttle.

Bus

You can reach the city center in about 30-35 minutes thanks to the red buses that you can find in the terminal of Moi International Airport. The ticket prices are affordable and the buses operate every 30 minutes. Therefore, it is easy to reach the city center from Moi International Airport by using a bus.

Weather in Mombasa

DayMin - Max
SaturdayMin 25ºC - Max 29ºC
SundayMin 24ºC - Max 31ºC
MondayMin 25ºC - Max 32ºC
TuesdayMin 25ºC - Max 30ºC
WednesdayMin 25ºC - Max 30ºC

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