Shimba hills National Reserve

Shimba Hills National Reserve is located in Kwale district 32 km from Mombasa. The reserve is one of the largest coastal forests in East Africa. The reserve sits over 400 meters above the beaches of Mombasa, hence the park experiences cooling winds from the ocean that keeps the temperatures here quite comfortable and refreshing creating a mesmerizing setting for a superlative African tropical vacation. The highland climate nurtures over 1100 plant species that attract a diversity of wildlife, including herbivores such as giraffes, elephants, zebras, bushbucks, Harvey’s duikers, to mention a few. Within the forests and jungles you may locate Syke’s, colobus, vervet monkeys and other tree climbers. While there are no large or iconic predators in the reserve, you may elusively spot serval, genet, civet cats and other smaller carnivorous hunters when staying for a longer period. The list of species continues, as the reserve is home to more than 230 species of birds, such as African hawks, guinea-fowls, fish eagles, falcons, hornbills and numerous other feathered flyers. The most-desirable animal, though, is by far the sable and roan antelope. These exquisite animals found Shimba Hills National Reserve as their home .Even the smallest denizens are well-represented, with more than 295 butterflies joining many other insects, from an army of safari ants to the rolling dung beetles. These tiniest of creatures, as well as small mammals, support a healthy population of frogs, geckos, lizards, pythons and other reptiles and amphibians. The scenic Sheldrick Falls and the dense Mwaluganje Forest are also found here along with four campsites.

Where to stay at Shimba National Reserve

Kutazama Lodge- a deluxe accommodation that is located in the greater conservation area of Shimba Hills

Shimba Hills Lodge- is situated in a gorgeous forest within the reserve

packages offered!!!

2 Days Shimba National Reserve safari

3 Days Shimba National Reserve safari