1 Day Shimba Hills Kenya Safari Tour


STANDARD ECONOMY ADVENTURE TOUR PACKAGE
Departure from Mombasa:
- You’ll depart from Mombasa early in the morning, around 6:00 AM, for the 1.5 to 2-hour drive to Shimba Hills, which is about 33 kilometers (around 20 miles) from Mombasa, making it a relatively short journey.
Shimba Hills Game Reserve:
- Shimba Hills is a beautiful coastal forest reserve known for its rich biodiversity, lush landscapes, and peaceful atmosphere. It’s less crowded than other parks, offering a more serene experience.
- The reserve is home to the Sable Antelope, a rare species, as well as elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and many species of birds. The park is also home to the Shimba Hills Lodge, which overlooks a waterhole where wildlife frequently comes to drink.
Activities:
- Game Drive: Upon arrival, you’ll go on a game drive to explore the reserve. The terrain ranges from forested areas to open grasslands, making it a great spot to see a variety of animals.
- Sheldrick Falls: One of the main highlights of the visit is the Sheldrick Falls, a stunning waterfall located within the reserve. You can take a short hike to reach it and enjoy the cool, refreshing atmosphere.
- Bird Watching: Shimba Hills is a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 100 species of birds, including exotic and migratory varieties.
Lunch:
- You’ll likely enjoy lunch at Shimba Hills Lodge, which offers a beautiful view of the surrounding reserve. The lodge also provides a great opportunity for wildlife watching as animals come to drink from the nearby waterhole.
Return to Mombasa:
- After a relaxing afternoon of wildlife viewing, you’ll head back to Mombasa, typically arriving by late afternoon or early evening.
This day trip from Mombasa to Shimba Hills offers a perfect blend of wildlife, nature, and adventure, all within a short distance from the city. It’s ideal for anyone looking to escape to a quieter, more serene safari experience without venturing too far from the coast.
Early morning departure from your coastal hotel to Shimba Hills where you cross splendid tracks and villages with breathtaking views.
Make game drive in search for the rare Sable antelopes only found in this coastal tropical rainforest. These animals are well worth seeing, as are the herds of large elephants, monkeys, giraffes, warthogs and buffaloes. A walk down to the beautiful sheldrick falls where you can swim in the plunge pool or stand under the falls and enjoy a cool high pressure shower.
Have lunch at Shimba Hills Lodge, located in the middle of the tropical rainforest. Shimba Hills Lodge is a spectacular award winning wooden tree lodge overlooking a waterhole. After lunch, make game drive whilst checking out of the park and drive back to your hotel.
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Mombasa / Diani Beach | ||||||
DEPARTURE TIME | Get ready 30mins before pick-up time | ||||||
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High Season
November, December, January, February, March
Peak Season:
July, August, September, October
Low Season
April, May, June
- Bright Clothes (for Summer)
- Summer Shoes
- Power Back-Up
- Flash Light
- Sunglasses
- Medication (if needed)
- Personal Documents
- Binoculars (optional)
- Camera
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