What travelers say

“We had an amazing experience with Humphrey during our Fort Jesus and Old Town tour in Mombasa. He was very knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the history and culture of the area. He explained everything in such an engaging way and made the tour both educational and enjoyable. Humphrey was also patient, professional, and made sure we were comfortable throughout the tour. Highly recommend him to anyone visiting Mombasa and looking for a great tour guide experience!”

“We intended to be self-guided but we were introduced to Humphrey and we were glad we did. Learned some things that were not on the interpretive signs.”

“Humphrey is knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. He was happy to adjust the schedule to suit the day, we took a couple of tuk tuk rides instead of walking in the very hot sun. Also helped with finding a post office. Good guide and also a good guy!”

“Humphrey was amazing. Very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. Amazing tour that took you to everything there was to see and provided the history of each place visited. Would recommend to anyone visiting Mombasa.”

“Fun, and very knowledgeable guide. He really took his time to explain stuff and the history of things. You can tell he is experienced and he is very friendly too, felt safe while walking around with him. He also takes very good photos. Highly recommend him.”

“Humphrey delivered an A+ excellent tour, so grateful for the experience.”

“Humphrey was an engaging storyteller who truly brought the history of Fort Jesus to life. We had a wonderful guided tour around Mombasa's Old Town, and we felt both safe and secure in his company. He receives our very highest recommendations.”

“Very informative. I really appreciate your knowledge Mr Humphrey, I will never forget this experience!”

“Humphrey was great, amazing tour, lots of local knowledge, saw lots of the city and answered all of my questions. I had a great time.”

“I had the pleasure of touring Fort Jesus and Old Town Mombasa with Humphrey, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we met, he was friendly, professional, and eager to share his extensive knowledge of the history and culture of the area. If you're looking for a knowledgeable guide who is passionate about Mombasa's history and offers a personalized, thoughtful experience, Humphrey is the person you want. Highly recommend!”

“As Humphrey walked me through each part of the fort and explained the history, he took me into the past and I could visualise how Fort Jesus would have been at that time. Totally a marvelous experience with him. For those who want to explore, I definitely recommend this friendly guy — he also took my photos for memories to cherish.”

“Great tour and only the three of us so was very personal. Humphrey is a great guy and very knowledgeable and took lots of photos for us. The little rides on the tuk tuks between areas was fun also. Would thoroughly recommend.”

“I had originally planned to meet with Humphrey, but he was sick, so instead of cancelling he arranged for another experienced tour guide to meet me for my tour — I really appreciated that level of care. As a solo traveling woman, I felt safe the entire journey. Thank you so much for hosting me, Humphrey!”

“He is engaging and well informed. He is also vibrant and ensured we were served well wherever we went. Also good with photos. Highly recommend him and will refer to other friends.”

“We had a wonderful time on our tour with Humphrey, he is very knowledgeable both about the Fort and the Old Town, and had many great stories to tell. We would definitely recommend his tour and hope to be back soon for another tour with Humphrey!”

“Friendly, informative, easy to understand. Fun tour, no rush — he went on your pace and never felt rushed. You feel he loves to teach, not a job. Definitely recommend.”

“This was my first tour in Mombasa and it was excellent, I learned so much of the history of the area. I recommend Humphrey Tours to any visitor interested.”

“Humphrey is a good guide and knows a lot. Very friendly! He made the trip very interesting even though it was a warm day.”

“From the word go he made me feel welcomed and ensured that each part of the tour I had grasped the history of Fort Jesus. He took very great photos of me and gave time for me to explore the views and the surroundings. Thank you Humphrey for the amazing tour.”

“Humphrey is such a nice guide, very caring, he took us around and showed us everything with explanations. He also takes very nice pictures. I'll definitely look for him on my next trip here with my family.”

“Humphrey was a great tour guide with a genuine passion for his work. He took us to all the must-see places at our pace, took amazing photos of us, is calm and made sure we enjoyed our time and feel safe. Highly recommend booking a tour with him.”

“I'm a solo traveler. I planned visiting alone but at the last minute decided to get a guide for security and history telling. Mr Humphrey was the best guide I ever had since arriving in Kenya — what's better than a local guide who knows the history off the top of his head and is known by everyone. I'll recommend 100%.”

“Met Humphrey at the gates of Fort Jesus. He looked after us all the way and ensured we could stay in the shade as much as possible while telling us about the history of the fort. The walk through the old town was done at a leisurely pace, having told Humphrey in advance that my mobility was not so good. We felt totally comfortable with Humphrey, who was most engaging and for whom nothing was too much trouble.”

“Humphrey is a legend — his walking tour of Fort Jesus and Old Town Mombasa was full of great information and history. As there were only two of us (private tour), we were also very fortunate to experience a tuk-tuk drive through the streets to the spice market. I also need to mention that Humphrey is an ace photographer — took some lovely photos of myself and my partner to cherish the memory of our trip.”

“Entertaining and easy going tour of Mombasa old town, sharing insights and stories throughout. As we were leaving from the airport the same evening, Humphrey had also arranged a safe location to store our luggage while we were on tour, and took us to a restaurant after as we had an hour to spare. All in all a great way to learn about Mombasa in a safe and fun way!”

“Humphrey is engaging and clearly knowledgeable about the history of the fort. We took our time and walked through what I would call the 5 parts of it. Very impressed with Humphrey and his storytelling of this world heritage site — I don't think you'd find a better guide to take this tour with.”

“One of my best experiences was visiting Mombasa with my friends. We enjoyed the beautiful beaches, swam in the Indian Ocean, and tasted delicious Swahili food. We also visited Fort Jesus and explored the Old Town, where we learned about Mombasa's rich history.”

“We had a super good hike at Fort Jesus and in Old Town Mombasa. Humphrey was a super good narrator and he showed us many interesting places — we started on foot, then took a tuk-tuk to the spice market and the tusks. We give Humphrey our warmest recommendations.”

“It was such an interesting tour, Humphrey is a great tour guide, took us nice pictures and we were laughing throughout the tour. It was really good to learn about the history and heritage of Kenya. Asante.”

“I was very happy with my tour led by Humphrey. He was a very pleasant guide and I could learn a lot about Mombasa. I highly recommend it.”

“Humphrey was a friendly and knowledgeable guide. He explained the history of the fort and old town in great detail, making it a really interesting tour.”

“We are African American and came to Mombasa to learn about our history. I've learned so many new things about Fort Jesus and how Mombasa freed itself from Portuguese rule. I'll give Humphrey five stars plus plus because he was very friendly, very knowledgeable, and honestly he literally feels like family. He made us feel good about ourselves, inviting our minds and spirit to things that were not told to Black people in the diaspora, especially in the USA. When I come back to Mombasa I'm going to bring my family so they can also learn from Humphrey.”

“We had a guided tour with Humphrey, a local Kenyan guide, and it was a fantastic experience. He was extremely knowledgeable, very engaging, and passionate about sharing the history and culture of the city. We truly appreciated his professionalism and warmth.”

“I booked a group tour, but it was private. Very kind guide with great knowledge, a lot of nice impressions of the city and big knowledge about Mombasa. I would book again with Humphrey.”

“Very well spoken and knowledgeable guide — Humphrey took us through the wonderful old town with many stories to tell. Very practical and flexible to adjust everything according to your specific interests.”

“Humphrey told us just the right amount of lively information, but also answered all questions patiently and knowingly. The trip to the spice market was our highlight. Highly recommended!”

“Humphrey provided a very honest historical overview of Fort Jesus and Old Town. My comfort with him was never in question, traveling as a single female, and he was able to navigate through what I deemed chaos with much ease. There are absolutely no regrets. Asante sana!”

“I was in Mombasa for a weekend, looking for a fun and easy way to see the town as a solo woman traveller. Humphrey was perfect — he texted me the day before to confirm where to meet and was waiting with a smile at the agreed time. He gave me good advice at the spice market and waited with me for my Uber back to the hotel. 10 out of 10, highly recommend!”

“Our group of 6 really enjoyed the walking tour with Humphrey. He is friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable about the history of Fort Jesus as well as Old Town Mombasa. He explained everything in easy to understand language and also took us to the market for some Lamu Halwa.”

“It was an extremely pleasant and informative tour. Humphrey gladly accommodated our interest in spending additional time in the spice market and helped in negotiating purchases from vendors. At the end of the tour he recommended a very nice restaurant on the water where we could see the sunset and arranged our transportation. We highly recommend Humphrey's tours!”

“There was no question he couldn't answer. We had a wonderful time visiting each part of the old town, old market and Fort Jesus. Humphrey has a vast knowledge of the local history and, being a local, is able to give really detailed information about the smallest curiosities along the way. Maximum respect and endless thanks!”

“Great tour, Humphrey is very knowledgeable and super friendly. He showed us around Fort Jesus, Old Town and the market. We had a great time and were in safe hands.”

“The guide is very nice, speaks unhurried, softly. Very customer-friendly — he invites customers into the shade. The charges are reasonable and the Old Town is meticulously explained.”

“Humphrey was very welcoming and knowledgeable about history. He guided us safely through the old town with confidence and calm. He is very experienced, lets you enjoy the experience, helps you take pictures and shares his vast knowledge. He is honest and trustworthy.”

“Humphrey was a very knowledgeable and informative guide. He kept me safe throughout and adapted the stops to my interests. I would not hesitate to recommend.”

“Humphrey has an exceptional level of knowledge and shared fascinating historical, cultural, and local insights throughout the entire tour. His passion for Mombasa and its history really shines through and made the experience both educational and enjoyable. This tour was a highlight of our stay.”

“It was clear that he guided us through the fort with true passion and dedication, and we gained an incredible amount of new insight along the way. We are certain this was not our last meeting — because we didn't just come away with a wonderful experience, but also gained a friend. Thank you so much for everything, Humphrey!”

“Very good tour guide. Good explanation of the history of Fort Jesus and Old Town Mombasa. We also went with him to the spice market and I liked the way he explained the history and everything about the market.”

“I booked at the last minute and Humphrey was waiting for me when I arrived. I'm a solo traveller, and he helped me navigate the busy, bustling streets with care. Afterwards, he kindly led me to a coffee shop where I enjoyed cold sparkling water and Swahili coffee. Thanks Humphrey, 10/10.”

“Humphrey is a wonderful person and super kind, he lets you know the history of the old town of Mombasa with interest and passion. Very recommended!”

“Humphrey knew so much about the history of Mombasa and was so passionate telling us about it all. I especially enjoyed the spice market, where we got to sample lots of spices and fruits. Thank you so much Humphrey for an amazing tour and for being so kind and helpful!”

“Humphrey was very friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. He was able to tell us the complete Fort Jesus and Old Town history as well as escort us to some interesting places. We felt very safe traveling around Mombasa with Humphrey! We had a ton of fun.”

“As we wandered through the narrow, colorful streets of Old Town, our guide pointed out beautiful architecture, hidden gems, and shared insights about the cultural melting pot that makes Mombasa so unique. At Fort Jesus, his passion for history truly shone through. It was a highlight of our trip!”