Industries in Mombasa

Kilindini Harbour: Mombasa’s Maritime Port

Travellers to Mombasa on cruise ships reach it at Kilindini Harbour on the western side of the island. In addition to being the busiest in Kenya, handling most of the cargo shipping for East Africa, it also accommodates passenger cruise ships. The port is visited by small and medium sized cruise vessels usually operating on Indian Ocean itineraries. The cruising season runs from September through March. In 2013, 6 cruise ships called in, bringing 3,000 passengers. In October 2016, 1,880 cruise tourists arrived on mainly small-sized ships including Oceania Nautica (591 pax, 400 crew) and Silver Cloud (216 pax, 222 crew). For season 2017-2018, the port had scheduled 5 cruise ships with passengers mainly from the USA, Canada and the UK. The first liner of season 2018-2019 (Oceania Nautica) docked at Port Mombasa on December 24th, 2018, carrying 1,048 travellers (648 pax, 400 crew). Other schedules in 2019 were Seabourn Sojourn (February 4), Silver Whisper (April 3) and Albatros (November 3). The new cruise terminal at Berth 1 was completed in July 2019 to boost its potential to attract cruise ships.

Its docking capacity is now two Oasis-class ships, simultaneously. Kilindini, which in Swahili translates to a channel of deep water, is one of three main harbours along Kenya’s coast whose name bears meaning to its deep quays. It is 25-30 fathoms (150-180 meters) at its deepest center. The other two are Kilifi and Malindi. It was inaugurated in 1896, when work started on the construction of the Uganda Railway, and is managed by Kenya Ports Authority. The unbusy Mtongwe Ferry crosses Kilindini Channel, which extends northerly to Tudor Creek and west to Mteza Creek and Port Reitz. The Port of Mombasa is the gateway and exit point for cargo belonging to a vast hinterland that include Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, South Sudan, Somalia and Ethiopia. The Port of Mombasa is managed by the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), a parastatal fully owned by the Government. The Port of Mombasa comprises of Kilindini Harbour, Port Reitz, the Old Port, Port Tudor and the whole of the tidal waters encircling Mombasa Island. The port has a capacity of 2.65 million TEUs

Cottage industries play a vital role in Kenya’s economy, particularly in rural areas where they provide employment and preserve traditional skills. These small-scale, home-based enterprises are diverse and contribute significantly to local economies. Cottage industries In Kenya are diverse and integral to the cultural and economic fabric. For the travellers, these offer colourful and friendly markets.

Index of Cottage Industries in Kenya

Embu County - Ancient Mbeere Terraces , Kakamega County - Ilesi Pottery Centre , Rosterman Mines , Kisii County - Tabaka Soapstone , Kwale County - Lima Self Help Group, Lamu County - Matondoni Boat Workshop , Manda Coral Mining , Machakos County - The Masaku Flea & Curio Market , Wamunyu Handicraft Society , Makueni County - Makueni Fruit Plant , Makindu Handicrafts , Migori County - Macalder Mines , Mombasa County - Fort Jesus Curio , The Bombolulu Workshop, Akamba Handicraft Society , Nairobi County - Masai Market, Utamaduni Craft Centre, Narok County - Kikoy Market, Vihiga County - Kichutu Gold Mine , Givavei Artisans , Obida Ombima Mill , Wajir County - Wajir Livestock Market , West Pokot County - Alale Gold Mines

Well-famous for its rich Swahili culture, stunning beaches, and vibrant nightlife – acclaimed as one of the top destinations in Kenya – Mombasa County is home to Mombasa City, Kenya’s second-largest city and a primary port town that has been a key trade center for centuries. Mombasa County is more than just beaches—it’s a cultural melting pot with history, adventure, and guaranteed coastal vibes.

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80 Destinations in Mombasa County , arranged as one would visit these - south, north then east - with the aid of in-depth narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart:

Arab Rifle's Monument , Buli Monument , Fort Jesus Curio Shop , Camel Joint, Old Town Mombasa , Fort Jesus Museum I World Heritage Site , Mombasa Butterfly House , Santo Antonio de Tanna , Swahili Cultural Center , Sanaa Gallery , Old Port Mombasa , Leven House I Steps , Forodhani Restaurant , The Mandhry Mosque , Burhani Mosque , Tulia Backpackers , Bahdala Mosque , Mazrui Cemetery , Old Law Courts , Treasury Square , Africa Hotel , Kizingo BBQ, St. Joseph's Fort , Ras Serani Lighthouse , Kizingo War Camp , Mombasa Golf Club , Mama Ngina Waterfront Park , Shelly Beach , The Likoni Floating Bridge , Mbaraki Creek, Mombasa Yatch Club , Mbaraki Pillar , The Mombasa Mbaraki Cemetery , The Little Theatre Club , Kilindini Harbour , The Mombasa Memorial Church , The Holy Ghost Catholic Cathedral , Lord Shiva Temple , The Old Mombasa Railway Station , Railways Park , Mombasa African Memorial , Mombasa’s Tusks , Fort Makupa , Kibarani Recreation Park , Akamba Handicraft Shop , Manyimbo War Cemetery , Tudor Water Sports Marina , Nyali Bridge , ACK Emmanuel , The Kengeleni Monument , Bahari Beach Resort , Tamarind Dhow Cruise , Krapf Memorial Heritage Park , Kenyatta Public Beach , Bombolulu Workshop , Haller Park , Mombasa Butterfly Pavilion , Bamburi Rifle Range , Mombasa Go-Kart , Suli Suli Fishing , Nguuni Nature Sanctuary , Mamba Village , Nyali Golf & Country Club , Wild Waters , Nyali Shopping Mall , Mombasa Marine Park I Reserve , Ngomongo Village , Shimo la Tewa Site , The Moorings , La Marina Restaurant

Know More About Mombasa County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - with the aid of a distance chart, Airports, Climate & National Monuments

What’s The Lay Of The Land In C.01?

Mombasa County can be split into 3 zones: 1. Coastal plain, covering parts the Island; 2. The hilly areas rising gently from 45 ms to 132 ms asl in the west; and 3. The Indian Ocean and the shoreline.

What’s The Air Like In Mombasa?

May is generally the wettest month, then April and June. Average temperatures are always high, rarely falling below 24 o C across the year.

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