Smart is not always alive. I found Mombasa a very exciting place to visit. The Likoni ferry is an experience not to miss. The ambience in the main shopping area is very mixed. I wonder how they photograph the famous tusks?
Having been there many years ago, when I came back in 2004, it had evolved into a very busy, bustling, dusty city. The most surprising aspect apart from the pot-holes, were the hundreds of satellite dishes! The potholes are now used as a measure against which I measure all others! Clean and ordered it is not, but happening and very active, it most certainly is. Well worth a visit.
Favourite spots:
Fort Jesus in the early morning is inspiring, and the carved doors in the old city are what I went around spotting - love old doors and gates. Regret not taking a dhou ride round the harbour - might have added to the maritime aspect of the city.
What's really great:
Ice-cold beers in the heat of the day - ever one for contrasts. Accessibility to excellent beaches north and south of the city.
Accommodations:
I found the New Palm Tree Hotel on Nkrumah Road most agreeable. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Restaurants:
I enjoyed eating at the Geetanjali restaurant, always did like Indian food! The coffee at the Mombasa coffee house was surprisingly good too.
hi carol!!How are you?I'm Doug from Toronto, Canada, and am planning a trip to Mombasa this year(2006) for about 2 months -oct-dec.
Read your notes and liked them, maybe we can be friends, would like to get some more info about your trip to mombasa,
email me at
doug_lucas766@hotmail.com
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