Shimba Hills National Reserve Day Tour

Shimba Hills Day Tour – Forest Safari & Sheldrick Falls Experience

Escape the beach and immerse yourself in nature with our Shimba Hills Day Tour, a perfect short safari just an hour from Diani Beach. Shimba Hills National Reserve offers a refreshing blend of coastal rainforest, rolling hills, wildlife, and breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean.

This scenic day trip takes you through Kenya’s only coastal national park, home to the rare sable antelope, elephants, giraffes, and more. Combine your wildlife viewing with a guided nature walk to Sheldrick Falls, a stunning hidden waterfall nestled deep in the forest.

Afterwards, you will embark in your van and make a stop over at the famous Pengo hill viewpoint which is the highest point(450 m) within the Shimba Hills national reserve. From this view point spectacular view of the Tsavo plains, Taita Hills, wildlife and sorrounding grasslands can be seen. This Trip also gives you a chance to explore the largest Coastal Forest in East Africa after the Arabuko-Sokoke. At Shimba you can have a chance of spotting Kenya’s last remaining herd of the rare Sable Antelope. The Reserve is characterized by rolling hills blanketed by coastal forests with over 50% of the rare plants in Kenya found here including rare cycads and stunning orchids. Around noon, you will proceed for lunch and relaxation before deciding either to go for an afternoon game drive or drive back to your residence in Diani.

Highlights

• Explore Shimba Hills National Reserve – Kenya’s coastal forest gem
• Spot sable antelope, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and bush babies
• Enjoy panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary
• Guided hike to Sheldrick Falls through lush rainforest trails
• Perfect day escape from Diani, Ukunda, or Mombasa South Coast
• Picnic-style lunch or optional restaurant stop

Important That You May Know

• Any other information you feel worthwhile knowing regarding this excursion will be provided immediately on request
• Bring along your towels, sun cream, hats, sunglasses , drinking water , swimming costume, trekking shoes
• Reservation needs to be made latest a day in advance
• Guests can choose to go back for another game drive or go back to the hotel after lunch

Book Your Shimba Hills Safari Today

Looking for a quick, scenic, and nature-filled escape from the coast? Join us for a Shimba Hills Day Tour—an unforgettable mix of wildlife, waterfalls, and coastal forest beauty.