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Malindi City Tours 1 Day Trips Safaris; Malindi Town is located some 120 kilometers north east of the city of Mombasa. It is an idyllic seaside town that is deeply rooted in a colorful history that began in 1498 when Vasco de Gama first visited the location.
From the winding streets to the centuries-old houses, you will see the story of Malindi unfold before your eyes. Malindi town and its environs have many excursions and activities to keep even the most active entertained. Some of the places of interest include;
Snorkeling in the Marine Park – take a glass bottom boat out to the coral gardens and swim with an amazing array of reef fish, turtles, octopus, star fish, etc.
Malindi Museum – open daily, this interesting excursion covers Malindi’s history from Vasco da Gamma’s Visit to the slave trade and a 400-million-year-old living fossil, the Coelacanth caught off Malindi.
Bird Watching in the Arabuko Sokoke Forest and Mida Creek – take a drive down to Watamu and visit the largest natural coastal forest left in East Africa; the Sokoke Forest or Mida Creek to experience some of the best bird watching in Kenya.
Gedi Ruins and Kipepeo Butterfly Project – while in Watamu visit the ancient ruins of Gedi, an ancient 13th century fortress used to house slaves before they were shipped on to Zanzibar.
At Kipepeo you can see thousands of different butterflies whose pupa is sold overseas by the local community. Guides are available at the visitors centre.
BioKen Snake Park – in Watamu. Set up by James Ashe a giant in the snake world. The farm is a major world leader in the production of anti-venom to reduce snake bite deaths in the local community and for export. The Snake Park is run by his surviving wife Sande and Royjan Taylor.
Horse Riding at Sea View Resort – take a ride along the beaches north of Malindi. Have a look at our Malindi City Tours 1 Day Trips Safaris below and contact us to book for you.
Malindi City Tours 1 Day Trips Safaris
Arabuko-Sokoke Forest Nature Walks Day Trip from Malindi
Arabuko-Sokoke Forest Day Tour is a 4 hour trip from Malindi to Watamu's largest remaining section of dry coastal forest found in Eastern and Southern Africa. It is a key site for the global survival of six bird species and three mammal species including the elephant shrew. The best times to discover Arabuko-Sokoke Forest are the early morning hours around dawn or the early evening hours around dusk when wildlife and birds of the forest are most active.
BioKen Snake Farm Half Day Trip from Malindi
Bio Ken Snake Farm Tour is a half day trip from Malindi to BioKen Snake Farm in Watamu. Anyone with an interest in Snakes should definitely visit BioKen Snake Farm. This farm produces snake venoms for antivenin purposes, and has a wide range of local species on display. It is the base for Kenya Snake Safaris – tracking, catching and releasing the ‘Big Five’ African snakes: The Python, Cobra, Puff Adder, Boomslang and Mamba. Day trips to find snakes in the Watamu region are also possible.
Deep Sea Fishing Day Trips in Malindi
Deep Sea fishing in Malindi takes place in Malindi’s waters which offer some of the finest fishing in the world. Fish include broadbill swordfish; black, blue and striped marlin etc. Deep sea Fishing trips offer a wide variety of angling, inshore fishing for marlin, sailfish and many other game fish; fly fishing for the sailfish, tuna etc; Reef fishing for trevally, barracuda, etc and bottom fishing for a multitude of species. Full Day – 0630 Hours to 1630 Hours Short Day – 0630 Hours to 1330 Hours.
Gedi Ruins and Kipepeo Butterfly Farm Tour from Malindi
Gedi Ruins and Kipepeo Butterfly Farm Tour is a half day trip from Malindi to Gedi Ruins and Kipepeo Butterfly Farm. Right at the entrance to Gedi Ruins is the Kipepeo Butterfly Project. Kipepeo Butterfly Farm is a communal initiative aimed at enabling surrounding communities earns a living through the forest. Gedi Ruins is a 12th Century Swahili village that was mysteriously abandoned some 600 years ago.
Malindi Full Day City Tour
Malindi City tour includes a walk in the winding streets to the centuries-old houses with a guide. Visit the Church of St. Francis Xavier, one of the oldest in East Africa that is situated near the Vasco da Gama Pillar. You also visit the Juma Mosque, the ruins of Gedi near Watamu, a glass bottom boat ride in the Malindi Marine Park and lunch at Hemingways Hotel, named for one of Malindi's most prominent beach visitors – Ernest Hemingway.
Malindi Museum Tour
Malindi Museum tour takes you to one of Malindi's popular attractions, the Malindi Museum located east of Malindi town, next to Uhuru gardens on Uhuru road, along the seafront and a few meters from Malindi jetty and Fish Market. The museum is also known as House of Columns. The tour includes a visit three other places: House of Columns, Vasco Da Gama pillar and the 400-year-old Portuguese Chapel. A wander through the museum will allow visitors to enjoy Malindi's colonial history.
Malindi Marine National Park Day Tour – Malindi
Malindi Marine National Park day tour: Explore the crystal-clear tropical waters of Malindi Marine National Park located in the Indian Ocean, off the coast of Kenya. The park claimed to be the oldest marine park in Africa holds a vast treasure-trove of underwater delights. Turquoise waters gently lap exposed sandbanks at low tide, the perfect place to soak up the warm African sun. Then slip below the surface of the water to explore the wonderful coral gardens and swim with a multitude of colorful fish.
Malindi and Watamu Full Day Trip (8 Hours)
Malindi and Watamu Day Trip is a full day tour that begins from Malindi after breakfast at your hotel/ residence. The sightseeing tour takes you through Malindi town where you see ancient buildings and attractions like Jumaa mosque, village homes, shops, and Palace. After that, you will enjoy lunch at Watamu. You will also visit Watamu Snake Farm to see a large collection of snakes. Visit the Vasco da Gama pillar, one of the former European buildings in Africa and learn the history.
Malindi Full Day Trip Gedi Ruins + Watamu Marine Park & Hell's Kitchen
This exciting tour is a Malindi Full day excursion and begins from Malindi or Watamu hotels. It covers three Malindi must-visit attractions which are Gedi Ruins, Watamu Marine Park & Hells Kitchen. Begin the tour with a transfer to the Ruins of Gedi. The mysterious but enchanting Ruins of Gedi hold the secrets of a village that thrived in the 13th and 14th Century. We also visit Watamu Marine Park to see different species of fish, turtles and dugongs. Enjoy a glass-bottomed boat ride or snorkeling. Lunch in Watamu then later we visit Hell’s Kitchen (mini Grand Canyon in USA) located about an 1½ hours’ drive north of Malindi to see the sunset.
Marafa Hell's Kitchen Tour from Malindi
Marafa Hell's Kitchen is located 30 km's north of Malindi. The best time to visit is in the afternoon after lunch. The guide will offer you information and a walking tour. Rest on some benches as you enjoy the most beautiful sight of Sunset in Africa. Enjoy a minute by minute setting of the sun as it bids goodbye to the day, the colors of the African sun set and the variety of soils at hell's kitchen will leave you mesmerized.
Mida Creek Reserve Malindi Day Tour
Mida Creek is situated in western Kenya in the popular tourism region of Malindi-Watamu. Mida Creek is a large saline lagoon that merges with a 1 600 hectare Mangrove forest. The tour takes you along the 260 metre suspended boardwalk to the mangrove to see a colony of Greater Flamingos and a large number of Crab Plovers. At the end of the boardwalk there is a rustic bird hide from which you can see a number of water birds. There is a canoe ride into the mangrove forest,
Mombasa Town Full Day Tour from Malindi
Mombasa Island Full day Tour is a visit to Mombasa City. This tour includes Mombasa City highlights which include a visit to Fort Jesus Museum which the Portuguese built in 1593. A walk through the old town will take you to the old port, still used by fishermen, Arab Indian – style houses with wooden balconies. Shops for souvenirs. Visit the elephant tusks which are the symbol of Mombasa, Hindu temple, a mosque and see the market for exotic fruits and vegetables.
Robinson Island and Marafa Hell’s Kitchen Day Tour
Robinson Island and Marafa Hell’s Kitchen Day Tour is a full day tour from Malindi and combines a visit to Robinson Island located about an hour from Malindi, towards Lamu. On the way we make stops to view schools of hippos and flamingos along the banks of Sabaki River. The day is dedicated to relaxation, the sea and sun. Lunch includes fresh fish, crabs and shrimps. Later you proceed to Marafa, Hell’s Kitchen to enjoy the sunset.
Sabaki River Estuary Day Excursion from Malindi
Sabaki River Estuary Day Excursion from Malindi is a 4 hour tour to Sabaki River Estuary from Malindi. Sabaki River Estuary is one of the most popular bird-watching sites in North Coast. Walk along the banks of the river to the mangrove estuary where hundreds of waterfowl congregate. Hippos can occasionally be viewed. There is also a sand dune area, which provides a desert experience, complete with sweet water shallow wells. The tour departs at 0800 Hours or at 1400 Hours from Malindi.
Sawa Sawa Dhow Excursion Malindi Day Tour
Sawa Sawa Dhow Excursion is a sailing trip from Che Shale Retreat located 20 km’s (30 minutes) from Malindi Town. The sailing trips use a beautiful and spacious wood sailing boat built in the East African tradition. Sawa Sawa was hand built in Mozambique with teak and other hard wood. Enjoy sailing, snorkeling and lunch on board. Sawa Sawa comfortably seats up to 8 guests. The minimum number of guests is 4 and the maximum is 8 guests. Dhow excursions run from October through April.
Scuba Diving in Malindi Day Tour
Scuba Diving in Malindi Day Tour is a 3-hour guided tour of scuba diving on the best diving sites in Watamu Marine Park. We pick you up from your hotel in Malindi at 0900 Hours after breakfast, and transfer you to Aqua Ventures diving centre. You will see will see various species of colorful reef fish such as Butterfly & Angelfish, Damselfish etc. Also, see the bigger marine life such as Barracuda, Rays, Turtles etc. After that, you will enjoy scuba diving and later we drop back to your hotel.
Tsavo East National Park Safari Day Trip from Malindi
Tsavo East National Park 1 Day Safari from Malindi is a full day safari to Tsavo East National Park. Enjoy watching Lions, Elephants, Zebras, Giraffes, Buffalos etc. Depart from Hotel/ Residence at 0400 Hours and drive through Sala Gate. 0700 Hours; Arrive at Tsavo East National Park and proceed on a game drive. 1200 Hours; Enjoy your box lunch at a picnic site and continue with your game drive.1530 hours: Depart the park and drive back to Malindi to arrive at 1900 Hours.
Malindi 1 Day Tour Explore Malindi Marine Park & Sardegna 2 Island
Malindi 1 Day Tour Malindi Marine Park & Sardegna 2 Island is a full day excursion where you get to explore the white sands and crystal clear waters of Kenya's Northern Coast. Snorkel amongst the incredible underwater life including coral, turtles, and schools of fish at Malindi Marine Park. Savor delicious seafood barbecue on the beach which offers beautiful scenery and a great environment for you to relax.