Private Tour
Gede Ruins & Malindi Tour
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
The Gede Ruins and Butterfly Pavilion Tour is perfect for history buffs and cultural enthusiasts. Explore the rich history of the Swahili people and their interactions with Arab traders, and discover the fascinating artifacts that tell the story of their trade and daily life. The site is surrounded by lush nature, offering stunning photo opportunities, while the on-site museum adds depth to the experience. With our knowledgeable guide by your side, you’ll gain insider insights and uncover the hidden details that make Gede Ruins and Butterfly Pavilion a truly memorable adventure. This tour is ideal for adventure seekers, families, and anyone eager to immerse themselves in history and culture. Malindi's uniqueness comes from its exceptional blend of rich Swahili history, diverse Italian culture, and stunning natural landscapes. It offers a less crowded coastal experience than Mombasa, with a variety of historical sites, geological wonders, and marine activities.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Malindi Market
The "Malindi tourist market" refers to several vibrant markets in Malindi, Kenya, where visitors can find a mix of authentic souvenirs, local handicrafts, textiles, fresh food, vegetables and fruis. While some stalls cater directly to tourists, other parts of the market offer a more local experience.
Gede Ruins
This extensive collection of 13th- to 17th-century coral palaces, mosques and town houses – some of Kenya's most important Swahili ruins – lies quietly in the jungle’s green grip. Excavation has unearthed many structures that were once inhabited by a mix of Arab and Bantu residents.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Local Guide fee
Entrance fee
In-Person Guide
Tips
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Meals
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
A group of 4 adults
Duration: 6 hours
Car
Pickup included
A group of 2 adults
Duration: 6 hours
Car
Pickup included
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour to the Ruins of Giede
Massimo2314,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They are part of the history of this country, they are a must visit if you come here, there are wonderful trees to admire, monkeys that welcome you and good guides who give you historical explanations.
Beautiful day in Watamu and Malindi with great local guide!
Matěj K,,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited Gede ruins and important landmarks in Malindi. The experience was overall very good. Juma picked us in our hotel exactly as he noted. He was very kind and helpful, answered all our questions. We even visited local manufacture of traditional Kenyan wooden statues and Juma helped us to pick some souvenirs for our way back home. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this trip!
Ruins of Gede to see
O1336JJmartinac,,Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Definitely a stop to do if you go to Kenya. Highly recommended to visit the ruins of Gede, with all its peculiarities and to have a close encounter with cute monkeys
Great tour with Juma
estherdee1000,,Feb 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour with Juma was great! Interesting and varied, from the ruins of Gedi to the historical places of Malindi, to the walk through the neighborhoods and the market. Juma was super nice - highly recommended!
Gede and the monkeys
H3683CJlarap,,Jan 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Accompanied by Nayl +254745383965 reliable punctual and accurate we made The excursion to the ruins of Gede As soon as we arrived we were greeted by monkeys jumping in search of bananas and peanuts but who, as they explained, are ‘civilized’ Immediately after we toured the ruins with the guide who explained us very well telling interesting anecdotes The boys also visited the reptile house It was a very nice hike
Top class
roba947,,Jan 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing time with Juma. Safe driver and great tour guide. Strongly recommend. He took us to the airport and we went past gede ruins en route
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