Malindi/Watamu: Guided tour to Arabuko Sokoke Rain Forest
ID: GYG1206721-1852068
Category:
Country: Kenya
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Interact with the local Waata community and learn more about their unique way of life at cultural center in the forest
This last and largest coastal forest may be enchanted. Not only will you find giant elephants here but it’s also the only habitat for the tiny golden-rumped elephant shrew. Scurrying about on the forest floor, it looks uncannily like its enormous cousin. Just minutes from Watamu Beach and the Indian Ocean this wonderland of birds and butterflies has also secreted away a 13th century Swahili village, protected from time.
As you step under the reserve’s lush forest canopy, the colors and forest sounds of monkeys, owls, sunbirds, baboons, and bushbaby will amuse your senses. Exploring the reserve’s well-marked paths, you may also come upon a herd of buffalo, bushy-tailed mongoose, and the tiniest owl in Africa – the Sokoke scops owl. And filling out this magical realm, are the many flavors of birds and butterflies swirling about
Highlights
- One of the best places to view endangered Golden-rumped elephant shrew
- An exceptional birding experience with more than 482 bird species documented
- Enjoy sightings of elephant and buffalo
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Hotel/airport pick up and drop off
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee
- Local guide fee
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
