Overview
Escape the coast and discover the wildlife, forests and rolling green hills of southern Kenya on this 2-day Shimba Hills National Reserve safari from Mombasa.
Located within convenient driving distance of Mombasa, Shimba Hills offers a refreshing contrast to Kenya’s coastal beaches. The reserve is known for its forested landscapes, grasslands, birdlife, elephants and the rare sable antelope. It is also home to Sheldrick Falls, one of the area’s most scenic natural attractions.
The trip combines an afternoon game drive with a ranger-guided nature walk, allowing travellers to experience both the larger wildlife and the smaller plants, birds and animals found within the reserve. Guests stay overnight at Shimba Green Lodge before returning to Mombasa on the second day.
The itinerary is ideal for travellers staying in Mombasa, Diani or other nearby coastal areas who want to add a short wildlife and nature experience to their beach holiday. The existing Liz Explore programme includes transport from Mombasa, lodge accommodation, game viewing, a visit to Sheldrick Falls and a guided nature walk.
Trip Highlights
- Explore the rolling hills, forests and grasslands of Shimba Hills National Reserve.
- Search for the rare sable antelope.
- Look for elephants, giraffes and other wildlife during an afternoon game drive.
- Visit the scenic Sheldrick Falls.
- Enjoy an overnight stay at Shimba Green Lodge.
- Take a ranger-guided morning nature walk.
- Discover medicinal plants and indigenous coastal forest vegetation.
- Spot forest birds and smaller wildlife species.
- Experience a quieter safari destination close to the Kenyan coast.
- Combine a coastal holiday with a short bush and wildlife adventure.
- Enjoy convenient return transfers from Mombasa.
- Travel through the rural landscapes of Kwale County.