Mombasa rose and engulfed a river that was flowing from the mainland. Mombasa is a centre of coastal tourism in Kenya. Mombasa Island itself is not a main attraction, although many people visit the Old Town and Fort Jesus. The Nyali, Bamburi, and Shanzu beaches are located north of the city. The Shelly, Tiwi, and Diani beaches are located south of Mombasa. Several luxury hotels exist on these beaches, while the less expensive hotels are located further away. Mombasa's northern shoreline is renowned for its vibrant 24-hour entertainment offers, including both family entertainment (water parks, cinemas, bowling, etc.), sports (watersports, mountain
Mombasa Mainland Desalination Plant 2018, the daily freshwater needed was , but prevailing sources could only supply . The MMDP is one of four desalination plants planned for construction in Mombasa County, to address the freshwater shortage. MMDP is being developed by "Almar Water Solutions", a Spanish company that specializes in the provision solutions to water-related issues, including infrastructure development, design, financing and operation. MMDP is the first to be developed, with construction planned to start in June 2019 and completion by January 2021. Other desalination plants in the pipeline include "Mombasa West Desalination Plant", located on the western side of Mombasa mainland, with