Mombasa Holidays

Accommodation description

Whilst the hotel has no direct beach access, a short walk through the lush, tropical grounds and down a steep flight of steps takes you to the palm-fringed, white-sand Shanzu Beach.

The hotel caters particularly for those guests who would be traveling as a couple, perhaps two friends traveling together, who would like the privacy of having their own bedroom, bathroom and living space on holiday. Each of the new accommodation units has its own entry door which leads to a communal lobby area with shared wardrobe. From here, two open archways each lead to a separate bedroom which has a single bed, a private shower and wc and a large balcony or terrace. There is no single supplement at this hotel.

Location: Shanzu Beach

The Vasco da Gama Hotel is 20kms north of Mombasa. Transfer time is approximately 30 minutes from Mombasa Airport.

Hotel facilities

• Swimming pool with surrounding sun terrace
• Souvenir/gift shop
• Massage facilities (payable locally)
• Cafeteria
• Laundry service
• Occasional evening entertainment
• Transfer service to our other hotels along Shanzu Beach

Standard Room facilities

• Private shower and wc
• Air conditioning or ceiling fan
• Large balcony or terrace
• Safe (for which a small charge is made)

Please note: Shared rooms must be booked by two passengers on the same booking

Food and beverage

• A hot and cold breakfast is served buffet style.
• Lunch and dinner are part buffet and part waiter service from a table d’hote menu.
• For that special occasion, you can dine at the Seaview Terrace à la carte restaurant.
• Refreshing drinks are available form the hotel’s two bars.

Please note

• Children’s reductions:

• Aged 2-15 - First child receives a 20% discount off brochure price.
• Aged 2-15 - All additional children receive a 10% discount off brochure price.
  
  

  Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking.

• All payments made by credit card will incur a 2% charge
• A booking form is required to be completed, this will be sent to you by the Tour Operator once the booking has been confirmed.
  
  

  As hotel grading systems in Kenya differ considerably from those you are accustomed to in Europe, we have developed our own unique system to give you an idea of the standard of our hotels. Our classifications range from 1 to 6 shields; from basic accommodation to an excellent standard with a wide range of facilities but should not be confused with the usual international star ratings.

4.5 Shields - Good standards of accommodation, food, service, facilities and entertainment

Your holiday price includes

• Return economy class flights between London Gatwick and Mombasa
• All airport taxes and fuel surcharges
• Coach transfers between Mombasa Airport and your hotel
• Full board accommodation including breakfast, lunch and dinner. 14 nights hotel stay (unless otherwise stated). Outbound flight is overnight.

Useful information

• Currency: Euro (within the hotel), however the official currency of Kenya is the Kenyan Shilling
• Language: English and Swahili
• Visa: All British passport holders require a visa for entry into Kenya, single entry visa which is valid for stays up to 3 months are £30 per visa. These can be obtained on arrival in Mombasa Airport or you may alternatively obtain these before you travel from the Kenya High Commission.
• Time difference: Kenya is 3 hours ahead of GMT and 2 hours ahead of BST
• Passport Information: All British passengers require a passport which must be valid for at least 3 months after your intended return.

Safari Options:

One, Two, Four or Six Night safari's
(Park entrance fees are not included: range from £22 to £152 per person, payable locally)

Please note

• You will be telephoned after completing your booking to confirm the availability of your chosen safari.
• If your chosen safari is unavailable we will endeavour to offer a safari of similar price and duration.
• Please note that all Safaris are unsuitable for Children under the age of 6
• Single room supplement on safari = 30% - this cost will be advised to you by the tour operator
• Children between 6 and 15 years will receive a 20% reduction on safari
  
  

  Red Elephant Safari Duration: 1 night
  Departs: Alternate days
  Price: £185 per person

  Visiting Tsavo East, and sleeping under canvas at the Crocodile Camp this safari is for those with a true sense of adventure.

  Day 1: In the morning, you fly from Bamburi airstrip to the Crocodile Camp. On arrival a full-day game drive begins and enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush. Look out for zebra, antelope, buffalo, giraffe and the famous 'Red Elephant', the effect created by the vivid colour of the earth. Stay overnight at the romantic Crocodile Camp which is situated on the banks of the Galana River.

  Day 2: After an early breakfast, you start your game drive through Tsavo East when the animals are coming to life. After lunch at Sagala Lodge you continue on your journey back to Mombasa arriving at your hotel in time for dinner.

  This itinerary sometimes operates in reverse.

  Masai Safari Duration: 1 night
  Departs: Alternate days
  Price: £219 per person

  At the Kilimanjaro-Kimana Game Sanctuary, the snows of Mount Kilimanjaro provide the only water source for miles; the natural springs are home to a wide variety of bird and wildlife.

  Day 1: In the morning you fly from Bamburi airstrip to the Kilimanjaro-Kimana Game Sanctuary. After lunch at the camp, you set off on your first game drive. Keep a look out for a wide variety of animals in this well-populated reserve.

  Day 2: There is an early morning game drive and, after breakfast, a further game drive gives you the last opportunity to experience the beauty and diversity of the ever-changing landscapes of Kimana. After lunch at the camp, you fly back to Bamburi arriving at your hotel in time for dinner.

  Kilimanjaro-Kimana Safari Duration: 2 nights
  Departs: Alternate days
  Price: £269 per person

  The beautiful Kilimanjaro-Kimana Game Sanctuary is situated at the foot of majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro and is reserved exclusively for African Safari Club guests. Fed by the Kimana fresh water springs, the reserve is extremely rich in wildlife all year round.

  Day 1: Early afternoon you fly from Bamburi airstrip to the Kilimanjaro-Kimana Game Sanctuary. After settling in to your accommodation, you will set off on your first game drive. Keep a look out for elephant, zebra, antelope, giraffe and buffalo.

  Day 2: After breakfast you set off on your first game drive of the day, before returning to the camp for lunch. A further game drive in the afternoon will no doubt end a memorable day's game viewing.

  Day 3: Enjoy a traditional early morning game drive at sunrise and return to the camp for breakfast. A game drive after breakfast gives you the opportunity to take those last, memorable photographs. Return to the camp for lunch before flying back to Bamburi, arriving at your hotel in time for dinner.

  Mara Simba Safari Duration: 2 nights
  Departs: Alternate days
  Price: £449 per person

  The famous Masai Mara, with its varied scenery and great concentration of vast herds of animals, is the highlight of this fly/drive safari. Staying at a former 'big game hunters' camp on the banks of the Mara River.

  Day 1: In the morning transfer to Bamburi airstrip. From here you fly west, past majestic Mount Kilimanjaro to the Masai Mara, and stay at the Mara Buffalo Camp for two nights. Set off on your first game drive before returning to the camp for lunch. Another game drive will follow in the afternoon.

  Day 2: Enjoy a full day of game watching and look out for lion, cheetah, elephant and maybe even the elusive leopard.

  Day 3: Set off on an early morning game drive and return to the camp for breakfast before being taken to the airstrip for the two hour return flight to Bamburi, arriving back at your hotel in time for lunch.

  Big Five Safari Duration: 4 nights
  Departs: Alternate days
  Price: £589 per person

  This exciting four night safari is a must for real safari enthusiasts. Visit the wild and rugged landscape of Tsavo East National Park, the exclusive Kilimanjaro-Kimana Game Sanctuary and the unforgettable Masai Mara.

  Day 1: Leave your hotel in the morning and take lunch at the Sagala Lodge. Your first game drive through Tsavo East takes you to the picturesque Crocodile Camp.

  Day 2: Another game drive through Tsavo East before flying to the Kilimanjaro-Kimana game sanctuary.

  Day 3: After a morning game drive fly to the Masai Mara where you are taken to the Mara Buffalo lodge for a two night stay.

  Day 4: A day of game drives including a ‘big game hunter’s’ picnic lunch. With its innumerable species of animals, ‘the Mara’ is one of the most densely populated wildlife regions in Kenya.

  Day 5: Enjoy a morning game drive before breakfast and one after before your two hour return flight to Bamburi, arriving at your hotel in time for dinner.

  Out Of Africa Safari Duration: 6 nights
  Departs: Alternate days
  Price: £769 per person

  Discover the immense variety that Kenya has to offer on this exceptional fly/drive safari taking in three of the very best game reserves – Tsavo East National Park, Kilimanjaro-Kimana Game Sanctuary and the amazing Masai Mara.

  Day 1: In the morning drive to the Sagala Lodge where lunch is taken. Your first game drive takes you through Tsavo East, before arriving at the Crocodile Camp before sunset.

  Day 2: After breakfast fly to Nakuru and then start your game drive en route to Lake Nakuru. Experience the richness of Africa’s bird population here and witness the many flamingos that congregate here. After lunch fly to the Masai Mara for your three night stay at the Mara Buffalo Camp, right in the heart of this fabulous wildlife paradise.

  Days 3-4: Experience two days in the Masai Mara with various game drives included. Return to the camp each day in good time for dinner.

  Day 5: Following a morning game drive, you fly to ASC’s private Kilimanjaro-Kimana Game Sanctuary. On arrival you are taken to the Twiga Camp in time for dinner.

  Day 6: An early morning game drive before breakfast followed by an exciting full-day excursion into the fascinating Kimana region.

  Day 7: After an early morning game drive enjoy a champagne breakfast at the Hippo Pool. After lunch at the camp fly back to Bamburi, arriving at your hotel in time for dinner.