1 Day Shimba Hills National Reserve Safari
Located in Kwale County in the coastal region close to Mombasa, the 1 day Shimba Hills National Reserve tour is an exhilarating safari that takes you to one of Kenya’s most picturesque and varied reserves. The reserve is well-known for its diverse wildlife, which includes the endangered sable antelope, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, genets, leopards and a variety of bird species like the African hawk, sunbird, honeyguide and ostrich eagle, as well as its thick woods and rolling grasslands. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to see the magnificent Sheldrick Falls and take in the breathtaking vistas from the reserve’s perspectives.
Highlights of the 1 Day Shimba Hills National Reserve Tour
Pickup and Transfer to Shimba Hills National Reserve from Mombasa or Diani, followed by a game drive there
Guided Nature walk to Sheldrick Falls
A trip to a scenic viewpoint
Return to Mombasa or Diani
Detailed itinerary
Pick up and transfer to Shimba Hills National Reserve
Our driver guide will pick you up early in the morning and give you an overview of this Kenya tour, depending on where you are in Mombasa or Diani. After that, you will travel for 1 to 2 hours, taking in the beautiful scenery as you travel to Shimba Hills National Reserve.
Game drive in Shimba Hills National Reserve
You will go on an exhilarating game drive through the verdant surroundings as soon as you get to the reserve. Elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs and the endangered sable antelope are among the wildlife species you may see during the game drive. Along with taking in the peaceful ambience of the reserve, you will also witness many bird species.
Guided nature walk to Sheldrick Falls
You will have a guided nature walk to Sheldrick Falls, a stunning 25-metre cascade tucked away in the jungle, after the game drive. The 45-minute stroll offers the opportunity to witness exotic vegetation, butterflies and monkeys. After arriving, you can unwind by the waterfall, snap pictures and soak in the revitalising ambience before making the trek back.
Visit to a scenic viewpoint
You will stop by one of the picturesque vistas before departing the reserve, where you can take in expansive views of the trees, rolling hills and, on a clear day, the Indian Ocean.
Transfer back to Mombasa/Diani
Following the tour, you can choose to stop for lunch at a nearby restaurant before continuing on your way back to Mombasa or Diani. Your 1 day tour of the Shimba Hills National Reserve will come to an end when you are dropped off at your hotel or another selected place.
The tour includes
- Game drive and park admission fees.
- Nature walk with a guide to Sheldrick Falls
- The services of an English-speaking driver
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Pickup and drop-off in Diani or Mombasa
The tour excludes
- International/domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Optional activities
- Personal costs such as beverages, drinks, tips, and souvenirs
