Mombasa Airport to Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island Transfer
80 kmfrom MBA ~1 hr 30 mindrive time From KSh 8,000fixed price 24/7available CoastLine Transfers offers a private, fixed-price transfer from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to Shimoni Caves &...
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CoastLine Transfers offers a private, fixed-price transfer from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island — 80 km, approximately ~1 hr 30 min. Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name board and assists with luggage to the vehicle.
Transfer Options & Prices to Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island
| Vehicle | Capacity | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon Premio · Camry |
1–3 pax | KSh 8,000 | Solo & couples |
| SUV Fortuner · Prado |
1–4 pax | KSh 11,000 | Families & luggage |
| 7-Seater Van Noah · Voxy |
5–7 pax | KSh 13,500 | Groups |
What’s Included in Your Transfer to Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island
- Meet & greet at MBA arrivals — name board, luggage assistance, escort to vehicle
- Flight tracking — driver adjusts for early or late landings
- 60 minutes free waiting after landing
- Fixed price — confirmed at booking, no surprises
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Direct transfer — your private vehicle only
About Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island
Shimoni, 80 km south of Mombasa Airport, is a fishing village at the tip of the Shimoni Peninsula, directly opposite Wasini Island across a narrow tidal channel. The village is known for the Shimoni Slave Caves — a series of coral-rag caverns used by Arab slave traders in the 18th and 19th centuries, now preserved and interpreted by the National Museums of Kenya. The caves extend several hundred metres beneath the peninsula.
Wasini Island across the channel is the departure point for dolphin watching tours into Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park — Kenya’s southernmost protected reef system. The park hosts Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins year-round and is one of only two sites in Kenya with a reliable dugong sighting record. The Kisite reef offers some of the clearest water diving on the East African coast — visibility routinely exceeds 20 metres.
The full Shimoni–Wasini itinerary — caves, dhow crossing, dolphin tour, seafood lunch on Wasini, return — takes 6–7 hours and is best run as a full-day excursion departing Mombasa Airport by 07:30. The B8 to Lunga Lunga handles a saloon without difficulty. CoastLine provides the road transfer; boat operators at Shimoni jetty handle the marine portion.
What to See & Do
Shimoni Slave Caves guided tour, dhow crossing to Wasini Island, dolphin watching in Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park (bottlenose dolphins year-round), snorkelling on the Kisite reef (20m+ visibility), crab and seafood lunch on Wasini, and the Wasini coral garden walk at low tide.
Practical Information
- Entry fee: Shimoni Caves KSh 500 adults / Dolphin tour USD 60 all-inclusive
- Opening hours: Caves: 08:00–17:00 | Dolphin boats: 06:30–15:00
- What to bring: Sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, camera, cash for entry
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a transfer from Mombasa Airport to Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island cost?
A private transfer from Mombasa Airport to Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island starts from KSh 8,000 for a saloon (1–3 passengers). An SUV starts from KSh 11,000 and a 7-seater van for groups starts from KSh 13,500. All prices are fixed — confirmed at booking.
How long does the transfer from Mombasa Airport to Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island take?
The drive from Mombasa Airport to Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island takes approximately ~1 hr 30 min, covering 80 km. Journey times may vary with traffic. CoastLine tracks your flight and times your driver accordingly.
Are dolphins guaranteed at Shimoni and Wasini?
Kisite-Mpunguti is one of Kenya’s most reliable dolphin watching sites — Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins are resident year-round and sighted on the majority of tours. Sightings are not guaranteed (marine wildlife is wild), but experienced local boat operators know the dolphins’ daily patterns well.
How do I book a transfer to Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island?
Book via WhatsApp — send your travel date, flight details, passenger count, and vehicle choice and we confirm within minutes. No advance payment; you pay the driver on the day.
Can I combine Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island with other attractions on the same day?
Yes — CoastLine can build a multi-stop itinerary combining Shimoni Caves & Wasini Island with other nearby sites, routing you back to your hotel or Mombasa Airport at the end of the day. Contact us on WhatsApp with your preferred stops and we will suggest the best order and timing.
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