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Arabuko Sokoke Forest is a 358 sq Km stretch of coastal forest in Kenya. The forest extends from the coast inwards to the town of Jilore and extends in a north-south direction, from Kilifi to Gedi. The forest extends along the Kenyan coast beside the Watamu beaches, which are washed by the waves of the Indian Ocean.
The Arabuko Skoke Forest is a vital bird conservation area and is being considered for inclusion in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The forest extends to the source of the Sabaki River. Elephants sometimes pass through the forest in groups on their way to the river and provide tourists with an enthralling sight.
The Arabuko Sokoke forest is considered a model of sustainable development because the local people are involved in the upkeep and maintenance of the National Park. Income generated from tourism helps the local economy and ensures that the local people are not driven to denuding the forest for their survival.
The Arabuko Sokoke forest has many rare species of plants, animals, birds and reptiles. The National Park was created in Arabuko Sokoke forest to protect six rare species of birds, a deer called the Ader's duiker and a small mammal, the yellow-rumped elephant shrew. The Kipepeo Butterfly Farm Project is a conservation effort aimed at preserving the ecosystem and the many rare and beautiful butterflies seen in it.
The town of Gedi is a historic site. This town, now deserted, was a thriving township in the 13th century. Today its deserted ruins can be seen, overgrown by the forest on your tour to Arabuko Sokoke Forest in Kenya.
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