Mombasa/Diani: Day tour to Malindi town and Gede Ruins Malindi: City tour and Gede Ruins
ID: GYG1187033-1923418
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Land: Kenia
Duur:
07:00 uren
Beschrijving
Comfort and convenience are assured with hotel pickup, drop-off, and inclusive entrance fees. Authentic historical sites like Gede Ruins and Vasco da Gama Pillar offer a glimpse into Kenya’s past.
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
Hoogtepunten
- 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
Talen
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
All entrance fees are not included in the price
INCLUDED
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Professional guide and driver
- Our assistance at any point
NIET INBEGREPEN.
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
- All entrance fees
Wanneer moet ik boeken?
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Annuleringen
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