Excursion

Gede Ruins Watamu Tour

Explore ancient Swahili ruins, coastal forest, wildlife, and Gede’s fascinating history.

The itinerary

Gede Ruins Tour

Begin your day with a guided visit to Gede Ruins, an ancient Swahili settlement hidden within a coastal forest near Watamu.

Explore the Ancient Ruins

Walk through the remains of coral-built houses, mosques, and the palace that once formed part of a thriving Swahili settlement.

Walk Through the Coastal Forest

Explore the surrounding indigenous forest, home to baobab and tamarind trees. Keep an eye out for monkeys and birds along the way.

Visit the Gede Museum

Discover artifacts including Chinese porcelain and coins that reveal Gede’s historic trading connections with Arabia and Asia.

Return to Watamu

After exploring the ruins and museum, return to Watamu.

What to Bring

Quick facts

Duration

1 Day

From

$109

/ Per Person

Start

Watamu

Activities

Bird Watching, Cultural Visit, Guided Nature Walk, Photography

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What's included

What's excluded

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