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A lighthouse with a person walking towards it. 1
A small church with a thatched roof and a cross on top, surrounded by palm trees and a stone pathway. 2
A person sitting in front of a tall white monument with a cross on top, surrounded by greenery and a blue sky with clouds. 3
A white monument with a cross on top, located near a coastal path with greenery and a view of the ocean. 4
A lighthouse surrounded by dense foliage. 5
By Susako Tours and Safaris
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp3.538.600 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • For a full-day experience that packs in a variety of highlights
    • Gede Ruins and Vasco da Gama Pillar offer a glimpse into Kenya’s past
    • Region’s past trade connections and cultural exchanges

Activity location

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      Malindi: City tour and Gede Ruins

      • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
        7h
      • English

      In this option, we pick clients from Malindi, Watamu and Kilifi areas only.

      Language options: English
      Starting time: 8:00
      Price details
      Rp3.538.600 x 1 AdultRp3.538.600
      Total
      Price is Rp3.538.600
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      What's included, what's not

      • Inclusions
        Hotel pick up and drop off
      • Inclusions
        Professional guide and driver
      • Inclusions
        Our assistance at any point
      • Exclusions
        Personal expenses
      • Exclusions
        Lunch
      • Exclusions
        All entrance fees

      Know before you book

        • Not allowed: Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Pets, Smoking in the vehicle

      What you can expect

      • Itinerary form Diani/Mombasa
        You will be picked up at 6 am to Gede Ruins- Start your day with a guided tour of the Gede Ruins, the remains of a mysterious 12th-century Swahili town nestled within a primeval forest. Explore the excavated mosques, palace, and houses made of coral stone and learn about the town's history and sudden abandonment from a local guide. You may spot monkeys and various bird species here.

        10:00 AM - 11:00 PM: Visit the Kipepeo Butterfly Project located at the Gede entrance to learn about the local butterfly farming initiative.

        11:00 PM - 12:00 PM: Have lunch (at own cost) at a local restaurant in Malindi, which offers a relaxed setting with views of the mangroves.

        12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Discover Historical Malindi- Head into Malindi town to explore its rich history.
        Vasco da Gama Pillar : Visit this iconic historical monument, one of the oldest European-built monuments in Africa, placed by the explorer in 1498.
        Portuguese Chapel of St. Francis Xavier: Located next to the pillar, this is one of the oldest East African churches still standing.
        Explore the Town- Walk through the narrow alleys of the Malindi Old Town to see the centuries-old houses and experience the daily local culture, stopping by the Malindi market for souvenirs.
        If time permits, visit the Falconry of Kenya to see various birds of prey.
        3:00 PM onwards: Depart for your hotel. The tour offers a great insight into the culture and history of the Swahili Coast

      Location

      Activity location

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        • Malindi
        • Malindi, Kilifi County, Kenya

      Meeting/Redemption Point

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        • Malindi
        • Malindi, Kilifi County, Kenya