1 Day Gede Ruins Tour Package

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Duration : 1 Day

Destination Covered : Malindi

Tour Activities : Jungle Safari

Tour Themes : Wildlife, Beaches and Islands

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Malindi Tour Overview

Discover the mysterious Gede Ruins on a captivating afternoon excursion to the remains of a 13th-century Arab-Swahili city hidden in the coastal forest near Watamu. Departing at 3:30 PM, you’ll explore ancient coral-stone palaces and mosques surrounded by towering baobabs and lush vegetation. As you walk through the ruins, expect to see monkeys, baboons, butterflies, and lizards, adding a wild charm to the historical experience. With a rich history of trade and unexplained abandonment, Gede offers both cultural intrigue and natural beauty. You’ll return to Watamu by 5:30–6:00 PM.

Malindi Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Gede Ruins

Departure: 3:30 PM | Return: 5:30 – 6:00 PM
Duration: Approx. 90 minutes on site

Step back in time with an afternoon visit to the mysterious Gede Ruins, the remains of a once-thriving 13th-century Arab-Swahili city that was mysteriously abandoned in the 17th or 18th century. Nestled within lush coastal forest just outside Watamu, Gede is steeped in history, legend, and a touch of mystique—local tradition warns against entering after sunset.

Excavations have uncovered treasures such as Ming porcelain, Persian glassware, and glazed terracotta, hinting at Gede’s rich trading past. The coral-stone ruins, framed by towering baobabs and dense vegetation, include mosques, palaces, and homes, all built with lime and earth-based coral stone.

During your 90-minute guided walk, you’ll encounter playful monkeys, baboons calling from the treetops, colorful butterflies, and quick-footed lizards darting through the ruins, making the visit both culturally and naturally enriching.

We’ll return to Watamu by 5:30 – 6:00 PM, leaving you with unforgettable memories of one of Kenya’s most intriguing historical sites.