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Mombasa has a long, rich
history dating back over 1500 years when it started as a trading port.
The Portugese explorer, Vasco Da Gama, landed here in 1498 and
established a Portugese colony at the coast. Arabs from Oman later took
over the city, leaving their mark on the region. Mombasa has a vibrant
Swahili culture. There are a range of hotels to the north and south of
Mombasa, known as the North and South coast respectively.
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The northern coastline from Mombasa
is well developed with a host of
resort hotels. The concentration of
the hotels thins out while moving
towards Kilifi but intensifies again
whilst in the Malindi area. The main
beaches within this area include
Nyali, Bamburi, Shanzu & Kikambala.
There are various activities on
offer ranging from nature trails to
fishing and golf.
Browse Beach Hotels in the Mombasa
area.
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To get to the South Coast from
Mombasa, one takes the Ferry across
a narrow channel, usually a
colourful experience owing to lots
of noise and bustle of the swahili
people as they go about their daily
business. South Coast is generally a
quiter stretch of coastline than the
North coast, which does have its
advantages such as cleaner and less
touristy beaches. Diani Beach is the
most famous beach here and has
several accomodation options from 5
star to cottages.Browse Beach Hotels
in the Mombasa area.
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Lamu is an interesting, historic
place to visit, attracting lots of
visitors year round. The ancient
town has narrow winding streets,
historic mosques, a fort, colourful
markets and uses donkeys and dhows
for transport with barely any sight
of advanced modern technology. The
slow pace of life here, magnificent
and uncluttered beaches and the rich
culture make this an exotic place to
visit where time seems to stand
still. The perfect place for
honeymooners and couples. Browse
Beach Hotels in the Lamu area.
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