Mamba Village Centre
Explore Mamba Village Centre, East Africa’s biggest crocodile farm, located along the Beach Road Roundabout. Mamba Village Centre, Mombasa, is found in the Nyali region in Kenya. Mamba is an ideal location for exploring crocodiles and other reptiles. It comprises lush gardens, boat ride opportunities, and enriching walking trails.
Visitors can also visit the Nairobi Mamba Village Centre, located in the Karen suburbs, 13 km along Langata N road. The Nairobi Mamba Village is in a strategic location, allowing guests to explore other sites such as the Giraffe Centre, Nairobi National Park, and the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. The Nairobi Mamba Village Crocodile Farm spans 30 acres and houses 70 Nile crocodiles.
Mamba Village Centre is an educational hub that provides tourists with deep insights into the unique local wildlife and ecosystems. It is a family-friendly destination where you can have a combination of exciting adventures and learning. The word “Mamba” in Swahili means crocodile. While at Mamba, you can be amazed by the crocodile concentration and expect to learn in depth about crocodiles.
At Mamba, expect to explore 1000s of crocodiles in their varying ages and sizes. Visitors witness the different life stages of crocodiles, including eggs and babies, as well as the old ones that are even 100 years old. Guests embark on the reptile exploration with an experienced guide. The guides are equipped with every detail about the crocodiles and their behaviours.
To brave guests, you can hold baby crocodiles and snakes. This offers distinct and unforgettable interaction. Mamba contains not only crocodiles but also tortoises, snakes, ostriches, and tilapia.
What to Expect on Mamba Village Centre Tour
Educational tours
Mamba Village offers amazing educational opportunities to explore crocodiles with an experienced guide. During the guided educational tours, you can also learn more about other reptile species. The guides on the lead share unique insights into the reptile behaviours.
Crocodile feeding
You can also engage in the daily crocodile feeding sessions that make up the key highlights of any tour in the Mamba Village Centre. Get a chance to watch the crocodiles leap and compete for the food. It is such a remarkable moment and something not to forget. Every Sunday at 4:30 pm, you can watch the crocodiles as they actively feed.
Engage in family-friendly experiences.
Mamba is an ideal location for family tours. Visitors can embark on exciting family activities/experiences, including horseback rides, camel rides, or engage in the children’s games.
Close interaction with animals
At Mamba Village Centre, guests can hold a baby crocodile and a snake. Thus offering classic hands-on experiences, distinct photography opportunities, and lasting memories.
Up close with crocodiles
Expect to watch crocodiles of all sizes from hatching to what many refer to as Big Daddy size. The site offers an incredible avenue to observe and explore crocodile behaviours at close range.
Activities to enjoy at Nairobi/Mombasa Mamba Village Centre
Horse riding
Embark on a fun-filled horse riding experience. Horse riding lessons often begin from 8:00 am and end at 6:00 pm. There are opportunities for all participants, including beginners. Experienced instructors guide visitors to ensure a safe ride.
Camel tours
Guests can also enjoy guided camel rides. The Somali camels are used to help you navigate around the reptile village. It is fun-filled and offers a fantastic opportunity to experience the town in a new way.
Botanical Garden tour
Explore the lush botanical garden, which is filled with diverse plant life and flowers. The majority of them are tropical plants that thrive in warm weather. The pitcher plant is a common plant species to expect to explore in this botanical garden. There are also lilies available in the pond. The best way to explore the scenic botanical garden is by embarking on a guided walk with an experienced guide from Mamba Village Centre, Mombasa/Nairobi.
Boat ride excursions
In the middle of Nairobi’s/Mombasa’s Mamba Village, there is a lake for you to explore on a boat ride. The charge for boat rides in Mombasa’s Mamba Village ranges from KSH 100 for adults and KSH 50 for children. Boat tours offer an incredible alternative for you to end the day after a guided walk in the crocodile farm.
Explore the snake park.
Snakes shouldn’t be missed on a tour in the Mamba Village, Mombasa. The snake park features several snake types, including the Eastern-stripe bellied sand snakes, rock pythons, and more. The snake park consists mainly of non-venomous snakes, and they are protected in glass enclosures.
In addition to the snake park, there are also tortoises to explore, including the Leopard and Speke’s hinged tortoises.
Visit Mamba Restaurant
Don’t forget to try the delicious dishes prepared by an experienced chef. At Mamba Croco Villa Restaurant, we prepare local and international dishes, including crocodile steak.
When to visit Mamba Village Centre
Mamba Village Centre can be visited at any time of year. The site is open to guests from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. The afternoon session offers an incredible opportunity to observe crocodile feeding sessions. Once you have access to the reptile site, expect to indulge in the various activities, including crocodile feeding, horse rides, feeding ostriches, and more.
Entry fees for Mamba Village Centre
Visitors can access the Nairobi Mamba Village Centre provided they have paid the entry fees. The entry fee is KSh 200 for all Kenyans, and foreigners pay KSH 1000.
Entrance fees for Mamba Farm Centre, Mombasa, range from KSH 350 for adult residents to KSH 200 for children. Non-residents (adults) KSH 800, and children KSH 400.
Entrance fees to Mamba village in Mombasa for School tours: Nursery: KSH 50 per child; primary: KSH 100 per person; secondary students: KSH 170; university students: KSH 200; then a Group of 10 adults: KSH 250. Photography and videography fees include KSH 1500 and KSH 3500, respectively.
Essential Travel Tips to Consider Before You Visit
Report to the crocodile farm early
To catch up on the daily activities in the crocodile village, please make sure you report to the farm early enough. Certain activities usually take time and don’t need to be rushed. You should be at the site early to get briefed on the guidelines.
Carry comfortable clothes
Consider packing the proper attire for your Kenya tour to Mamba Village Centre. Get something that makes you comfortable, including footwear and clothes. Take note that Mombasa can be hot so that you may need light clothing.
Come with a camera & extra storage.
A lot awaits you at the Mamba Village Centre in Nairobi/Mombasa. You need a good camera to capture incredible photos of the crocodile farm, the lake, and the Botanical Gardens.
Why Visit the Mamba Village?
The Mamba Village offers more than crocodile exploration. You have multiple things to engage in or explore. It is an ideal location for nature enthusiasts seeking an exceptional reptile tour.
Planning to visit the coast of Kenya or Nairobi, and not sure of fun places to visit? Then contact Native Africa Tours to arrange your trip to explore Mamba Village Centre. Mamba offers fun-filled experiences and educational excursions.
