Gedi (or Gede) Ruins are the remains of a once-thriving 13th-century Swahili town, later abandoned and reclaimed by forest. Visitors explore coral-stone mosques, a palace, houses and deep wells amid towering trees. The site is a National Monument managed by the National Museums of Kenya and includes a museum and guided walks.
Activities
Guided heritage tourNature walkMuseum visitBirdwatching
Best time to visit
Year-round; early morning avoids heat
Entry fee
Check latest information with National Museums of Kenya
How to get there
About 25 km south of Malindi, near Watamu
