Blue Pineapple boat approaching the historic Fort Jesus harbour on the Mombasa coastline, Kenya

Fort Jesus Historical Boat Tour from Mombasa

A premium coastal cruise to Fort Jesus with iconic views and time to explore Old Town.

Reserve spot

From

Ksh 500

Per Person

Return Transport
Professional Guide
Fort Entry Tickets
Bottled Water
Reserve Spot

Duration

8 hours

Vessel

Big Boat

Departure Times

Route & fares

Hop-On. Hop-Off. Your Coast.

Board anywhere from Mtwapa Beach to Fort Jesus. See stops, timetable, and live fare estimate — without scrolling a long page.

Quick fares
1 stopKES 5002 stopsKES 7503 stopsKES 1,000Full route (8 stops)KES 3,000

4–7 stops: KES 1,400 – 2,600 (add KES 400 per stop after 3)

Timetable preview
Depart Mtwapa Beach9:30 AM daily
Arrive Mombasa Beach10:30 AM
Arrive Fort Jesus11:30 AM

9 stops along the coast

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Itinerary

Your route

Journey highlights

6 stops along the way

1
Depart from Mombasa Beach
Departure pointAccess via Maasai Bar

Step aboard at Mombasa Beach — your captain and crew will brief you on safety before casting off. Life jackets are distributed and the GPS system is confirmed active.

2
Cruise past Nyali Beach
Scenic

The boat hugs the coastline past Nyali's white-sand shores. A great moment to settle in, take photos, and feel the ocean breeze. Bamburi Beach is a possible stop on request.

3
Pass Mombasa Marine Park
Protected waters

Glide over the crystal-clear waters of Mombasa Marine Park. Keep an eye out for marine life — turtles and reef fish are commonly spotted here.

4
View Likoni & Shelly Beach
Landmarks

From the water you'll spot the Likoni ferry crossing, Ras Serani Lighthouse, State House, and Mombasa Hospital — a rare perspective of the city most visitors never see.

5
Arrive at Fort Jesus Harbour
UNESCO World Heritage Site

Dock at the historic harbour beneath the imposing walls of Fort Jesus. Built by the Portuguese in 1593, the fort commands panoramic views of the old harbour and Mombasa's ancient skyline.

6
Explore Old Town
~1 hr ashoreOptional

Step into Old Town's winding streets lined with carved Swahili doorways, antique shops, and the smell of Kenyan coastal spices. A living piece of history that feels entirely apart from modern Mombasa.

Return journey back to Mombasa Beach — same scenic route in reverse.

Safety & Comfort

Life jackets for all passengers
GPS navigation system
CCTV surveillance
Experienced captain with 20+ years experience
Fully insured & certified
European safety standards

From

Ksh 500

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Hop-On Hop-Off Fares

Starting from

Ksh 500

Pay on board · Board at any stop · Under 5s free

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Available Offers

  • 10% OFF couple bookings
  • 20% OFF group/family bookings (4+ paying passengers)
  • 50% OFF children 5-15
  • FREE under 5 years

Trip Details

Departure Point

Hop on at any stop along the route

Departure Times

9:30 AM daily

Stops

Mtwapa Beach → Fort Jesus (9 stops)

Vessel

Big Boat