Shimba Hills Safari | 1-Day Wildlife & Waterfall Tour from Mombasa

1-Day Shimba Hills National Reserve Safari with Lunch at Shimba Rainforest Lodge

Duration: Full Day (Approx. 10 hours)
Start Time: 7:00 AM
Tour Type: Private or Small Group Safari
Transportation: Safari van with pop-up roof
Pick-Up Included: Yes – from hotels in Diani Beach, Ukunda, or Mombasa
Location: Shimba Hills National Reserve, Kenya

Tour Overview

Escape the coastal heat and explore one of Kenya’s most lush and peaceful safari escapes — the Shimba Hills National Reserve. This day trip takes you deep into a coastal rainforest known for its rare Sable Antelope, scenic Sheldrick Falls, and Kenya’s highest elephant population density outside Tsavo. Top it all off with a wildlife-viewing lunch at the elevated Shimba Rainforest Lodge, Kenya’s only tree lodge on the coast.

Ideal for nature lovers, birdwatchers, couples, and families looking for a quiet, off-the-beaten-path safari experience.

️ Full-Day Itinerary

7:00 AM – Hotel Pick-Up

• Begin with a scenic drive from your hotel in Mombasa or Diani Beach to Shimba Hills, approx. 45–60 minutes away.

Morning Game Drive

• Embark on a guided safari through this dense coastal forest.

• Search for:

  • Large herds of African elephants

  • The elusive and endangered Sable Antelope (found only here in East Africa)

  • Giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs

  • Rare birds like the Zanzibar red bishop, hornbills, and turacos

Visit to Sheldrick Falls

• Take a 45-minute guided walk through the forest to the stunning 30-meter Sheldrick Falls.

• Enjoy a swim in the natural pool and breathtaking views. (Moderate fitness required)

12:30 PM – Lunch at Shimba Rainforest Lodge

• Enjoy a delicious lunch overlooking a wildlife waterhole, where animals like bushbuck and elephants frequently visit.

• Relax in the serene forest ambiance at Kenya’s only tree lodge on the coast.

Afternoon Game Drive & Return Transfer

• Take one last game drive before heading back to your hotel.

• Drop-off by approximately 5:00 PM.

✅ What’s Included

• ✔️ Round-trip hotel transfers (Mombasa or Diani Beach)

• ✔️ Park entry fees for Shimba Hills Reserve

• ✔️ Guided walk to Sheldrick Falls

• ✔️ Game drives in a safari vehicle with pop-up roof

• ✔️ Lunch at Shimba Rainforest Lodge

• ✔️ 2 liters of bottled water per person

• ✔️ Services of an English-speaking professional safari guide

❌ Not Included

• ✖️ Soft or alcoholic drinks

• ✖️ Tips and personal expenses

• ✖️ Optional Yellow Fever vaccination

• ✖️ Kenya Visa fees

Recommended Packing List

• Comfortable walking/hiking shoes

• ☀️ Sunhat, sunglasses & sunscreen

• Light daywear + warm layers for cooler hours

• Camera, binoculars, extra batteries/memory cards

• Insect repellent

• Swimwear (if you plan to swim at the falls or lodge pool)

Why Travelers Love This Safari

• ✅ Visit a rare wildlife sanctuary just minutes from the coast

• ✅ Encounter unique wildlife not seen in other Kenyan parks

• ✅ Enjoy treehouse dining overlooking a wildlife watering hole

• ✅ Hike to a hidden waterfall inside a tropical rainforest

• ✅ Perfect for short stays, families, or couples

Pack smart and get ready for an unforgettable safari experience!

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