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Mombasa Holidays from the UK

Plan your Mombasa holiday from the UK: flights, hotel, transfers and visa guidance, planned by a team that knows the destination.

From UK4–6 nightsQuotes in GBP or USD

Mombasa holidays from the UK

Easy, affordable beach time with Swahili culture, fresh seafood and lively resort strips. If you are travelling from the UK, we plan the whole trip, including the right flights, a hotel that suits your style and the transfers and tours that make the holiday easy.

Getting to Mombasa from the UK

Seasonal direct flights have operated, otherwise via Nairobi or the Gulf. We compare options for your dates and look at total travel time, not just price.

Time difference

Mombasa is about 2 to 3 hours ahead of London, depending on daylight saving, so most travellers adjust quickly.

How long to stay

For travellers from the UK, a Mombasa holiday is usually 7 to 10 nights. We recommend 4–6 nights on the ground.

Best time to go

January to March and July to October are the driest and sunniest months. These are the best times for beach holidays on the Kenyan coast.

Entry requirements

Kenya requires most visitors to apply for an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) online before travel, and citizens of East African Community countries are generally exempt. Please check the current rules for your passport, and whether a yellow fever certificate is needed for your route.

Top experiences to include

  • Fort Jesus and Old Town. A 16th-century fort and the winding streets of Mombasa's old quarter.
  • Haller Park. Animals, a giraffe feeding platform and a nature trail close to Bamburi.
  • Wasini Island and Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park. A dhow trip for dolphins, snorkelling and a seafood lunch.
  • Diani Beach days. Long white sand, kitesurfing and palm-lined beach bars.
  • Colobus monkey trail. Meet colobus monkeys in the Diani forest.

Why plan your Mombasa holiday with us

  • A real travel team who reply on WhatsApp, email or a planning call that suits your time zone
  • Local knowledge of East Africa, the Indian Ocean and the Gulf, through Ameera Africa Safaris
  • One clear quote for flights, hotel and transfers, in your currency or USD
  • Easy add-ons: safaris, honeymoon touches and extra nights

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Mombasa holiday packages

Sample packages we tailor to your departure city, dates and budget.

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Questions from British travellers

How do I get to Mombasa from the UK?

Seasonal direct flights have operated, otherwise via Nairobi or the Gulf. Routes and airlines change, so we check live options for your dates.

Do UK passport holders need a visa for Mombasa?

Kenya requires most visitors to apply for an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) online before travel, and citizens of East African Community countries are generally exempt. Please confirm the latest rules for your passport.

How long should I stay in Mombasa?

For travellers from the UK, we suggest usually 7 to 10 nights. For Mombasa specifically we recommend 4–6 nights.

What is the best time to visit Mombasa from the UK?

January to March and July to October are the driest and sunniest months. These are the best times for beach holidays on the Kenyan coast.

Can I book a Mombasa holiday with Holidays by Ameera from the UK?

Yes. We plan Mombasa holidays for British travellers. Message us on WhatsApp or request a quote, and we reply with flights, hotel and transfers in GBP or USD.

Ready for Mombasa?

Tell us your dates, budget and where you are flying from. We will send a clear Mombasa quote.