1-Day Shimba Hills National Reserve Safari with Lunch
Price: USD 180 per person (Minimum 2 people)
Includes: Park entry fees, Sheldrick Falls hike, lunch at Shimba Rainforest Lodge, game drives, 2L bottled water, transportation in 4x4 safari vehicle
Excludes: Drinks, tips, visa, yellow fever vaccination, personal items
Itinerary
06:00 – 07:00: Pickup from your hotel (time depends on location)
08:00: Arrival at Shimba Hills National Reserve – begin game drive in search of elephants, giraffes, sable antelope, and more
10:30: Guided walk to Sheldrick Waterfalls (45-minute gentle descent – for physically fit guests)
12:30: Lunch at Shimba Rainforest Lodge overlooking a forest waterhole
14:00: Optional nature walk around the lodge or additional game drive
17:00: Return transfer to your hotel
About Shimba Hills
Shimba Hills is one of East Africa’s largest coastal rainforests, home to the endangered sable antelope, elephants, monkeys, and unique birds. The park also hosts Sheldrick Falls, a 30m scenic cascade, and Mwaluganje Forest. Ideal for nature lovers and day trippers from Mombasa or Diani.
Wildlife Highlights
- Sable Antelope (exclusive to this region)
- Elephants, giraffes, leopards, hyenas, buffalo
- Rare monkeys including black-and-white colobus and Sykes monkey
Birdlife
- Over 110 species including coastal endemics like the Uluguru sunbird, crowned hornbill, and African hawk eagle
Tips & Gear
Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, sunglasses, and a camera. Light casual clothing for the day, and a sweater or jacket for the evening return.
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