Of the coastal forest in Kenya, Arabuko Sokoke forest stretches for 358 sq km.
The extension of this in the North-South direction is from Kilifi to Gedi and it also goes from the coast inwards Silore town. This forest still extends beside the Watamu, which are washed by the Indian Ocean waves along the Kenyan coast.

This forest is being considered for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage sites’ list due to the fact that it is a very important area for bird conservation.
The extension of this forest also goes as far as the source of Sabaki River.
Tourists are thrilled by the sight of magnificent elephants, which sometimes pass through the forest in herds, on their way to the river.

Due to the fact that the local people are the ones involved in the up keep and maintenance of the Arabuko Sokoke National park, the forest is considered a model of sustainable development.
Tourism generates income, which sees to it that the forest is not denuded by the local people in order to survive and as well, the local economy gains from it.

Many of reptile, plant, bird and animal species which are quite rare find home in Arabuko Sokoke forest protection. A small mammal called the yellow-rumped elephant shrew, six rare bird species and a deer known as the Ader’s duiker, was the major reason, which led to the creation of a National Park in Arabuko Sokoke Forest.
A conservation effort with an aim of preserving the ecosystem, together with extraordinary butterflies in plenty observed in it, is the Kipepeo Butterfly Farm Project.

One of the historic sites is Gedi town.
It was such a thrilling township in the 13th Century, though now deserted.
On your Safari to Arabulo Sokoke Forest in Kenya, you will be able to observe and view the town’s deserted ruins, which are now overgrown by the forest.

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