Shimba Hills National Reserve Full Day Tour

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“Shimba Hills National Reserve : The Sable Antelope Paradise”

Welcome to Shimba Hills National Reserve, as one of the largest coastal forests in East Africa after Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, this reserve is rich in flora and fauna and hosts the highest density of African elephant in Kenya. Other animal species found in the area are Sable antelope, elephant shrew, bushy tailed mongoose and other small mammals like fruit bats.

The Shimba Hills National Reserve 60km from Mombasa, is ideal for a day visit. It contains one of the largest coastal forests in East Africa and is where a great diversity of Kenya’s plant species are found, many of which are endangered.

 Highlights and Attractions
  • The only place in Kenya you can see Sable Antelope
  • Guided forest walks up to the scenically beautiful Sheldrick Falls
  • It is known for its herds of Elephants
  • Visit the Mwalunganje Elephant Sanctuary
  • Scenic viewpoints and five picnic areas

 
 

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All about the Shimba Hills National Reserve Full Day Tour.

Welcome to Shimba Hills National Reserve, as one of the largest coastal forests in East Africa after Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, this reserve is rich in flora and fauna and hosts the highest density of African elephant in Kenya. Other animal species found in the area are Sable antelope, elephant shrew, bushy tailed mongoose and other small mammals like fruit bats.

The Shimba Hills Reserve is 60km from Mombasa, is ideal for a day visit. It contains one of the largest coastal forests in East Africa and is where a great diversity of Kenya’s plant species are found, many of which are endangered.

The forest is an important bird area and is endowed with forest birdlife while the grasslands hold localized species such as red-necked-Spur fowl, Croaking Cisticola and Zanzibar Red Bishop. The scenic Sheldrick Falls and the dense Mwaluganje Forest are also found here along with four campsites.

Wildlife: Include Endangered Sable Antelope, Elephants, Giraffes, Leopard, Genet, Civet cat, Hyenas, Waterbuck, Bush pig, Buffalo, African Bush Baby, Bushbuck, Coastal Black and white Colobus, Blue Duiker, Bush Duiker, Red Duiker, Greater Galago,Black-faced Vervet Monkey, Sykes Monkey, Serval cat, Black and Red Shrew, and Knob-bristled Suni Shrew.

Birds: 111 bird species have been recorded, of which 22 are coastal endemic among them are: Ostrich Eagle, African Hawk; Falcon, Cuckoo; Guinea-fowl, Kenya Crested; Honey guide, Greater; Hornbill, Crowned; Quail, Blue; Sunbird, Uluguru

Reptiles: Python, Cobra, Lizard, and Gecko.

The Kenya Wildlife Service offers guided walks to the Sheldrick Falls – a great opportunity to see the birdlife in the forest. Game drives are more adventurous than on the savannahs as animals are harder to spot. You can also go for sundowners on Pengo Hill, which faces west and watch the sun drop down below the horizon. On a clear day you can see the Tsavo Plains and Mt Kilimanjaro.

Shimba Hills Highlights and Attractions
  • The only place in Kenya you can see Sable Antelope
  • Guided forest walks up to the scenically beautiful Sheldrick Falls
  • It is known for its herds of Elephants
  • Visit the Mwalunganje Elephant Sanctuary
  • Scenic viewpoints and five picnic areas

At ksh 4500 per Kenyan adult citizen.

 

The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
  • All lunches
  • All transportation to and from pick-up point
  • Tour and sailing guide for entire journey
What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
  • Items and services of a personal nature and tips & gratuities.
  • Liquors, beers and bottled beverages
  • Photography accessories like cameras etc.
  1. Day1 Shimba Hills Excursion

    You will be picked from your hotel at around 6.00 am and drive to Shimba Hills, a distance of 35 kms from Diani arriving at the gate at around 6.30 am.

    Your game drive will start from the gate, where the roof of the safari van is lifted up to enable you to look for the many game animals found here, such as Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Warthog, the rare Sable Antelope and Leopards if you are lucky.

    Proceed with lunch at the lodge. (12:30pm)

    Visit the magnificent Shedrick’s Falls on the slope of the hills after lunch . The lodge is built around a very large tree and is the only tree hotel on the Coast. Extra game viewing drive at the park

    After a hot day of tracking wildlife, relax in an infinity pool as enjoy the amazing view of the Shimba Hills and later drive back to the hotel arriving at around 4.00 pm.

    End of the Day Tour:

Makadara Campsite

The Kenya wildlife service manages the campsite that included the professional campsite, Ocean Front campsite, Makadara campsite and Sheldrick Walk falls. The cost is affordable to citizens at Kshs. 200/- per night for those camping plus park fees.

One Day Shimba Hills Safari - Almasi Tours and Safaris Mombasa Kenya

Shimba Green Lodge

The Shimba Green lodge also known as The Shimba Hills Green Safari Lodge has seven tented chalets in canvas that accommodates upto 2 Guests is located in the South Coast of Mombasa Kenya. Our Lodge is situated on a Hill crest viewing the Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary on the northern foothills of the Shimba Hills National Reserve and is just over sixteen kilometers from the Diani Beach. The resort, which enjoys a cool and breezy climate, is placed on the edge of the reserve in a lush garden.
One Day Shimba Hills Safari - Almasi Tours and Safaris Mombasa Kenya