2 Days Shimba Hills Safari from Mombasa – A Coastal Wilderness Escape






Tour highlights
✔ Visit one of Kenya’s most beautiful coastal reserves
✔ See the rare sable antelope found only in Shimba Hills
✔ Experience a unique blend of rainforest, wildlife, and waterfalls
✔ Enjoy guided walks to the scenic Sheldrick Falls
✔ Spot elephants, buffalo, giraffes, monkeys, and numerous bird species
✔ Perfect short safari from Mombasa, Diani, and the South Coast
✔ Excellent destination for nature lovers, birdwatchers, and photographers
Itinerary Overview
Escape the beaches of Mombasa and discover the hidden beauty of Shimba Hills National Reserve, one of Kenya’s most scenic coastal wildlife destinations. Located just a short drive from the coast, Shimba Hills offers a unique combination of lush rainforest, rolling hills, spectacular viewpoints, waterfalls, and abundant wildlife. The reserve is famous for hosting Kenya’s only population of the rare sable antelope, as well as elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and a rich variety of bird species.
Travel Itinerary
Depart Mombasa in the morning and drive south along the coast to Shimba Hills National Reserve, arriving in time for a morning game drive. Explore the reserve’s beautiful forest landscapes before proceeding to your lodge for lunch and relaxation.
In the afternoon, enjoy another game drive and visit the famous Sheldrick Falls (guided walk with a ranger can be arranged).
What to Expect
- Rare sable antelope – the only population in Kenya
- African elephants and buffalo in their natural habitat
- Tropical coastal rain forest and scenic rolling hills
- Sheldrick Falls nature walk
- Rich birdlife and butterflies
- Spectacular sunset views over the hills
Overnight: Shimba Hills Lodge
Enjoy an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active, followed by breakfast at the lodge.
Later, depart the reserve and drive back to Mombasa, arriving in time for lunch or a relaxed afternoon at your beach resort.
What to Expect
- Early morning wildlife viewing
- Excellent photography opportunities
- Forest landscapes and panoramic viewpoints
- Final sightings of elephants and other wildlife
- Scenic return drive to the Kenyan coast
Terms of Service
Price Includes
- Price Includes
- Strategic vehicle positioning for easier game viewing and photography
- Unlimited game drives in the park
- Transport in a customised safari vehicle with pop-up roof for game viewing.
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide.
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary.
- Meals on Full Board basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) where indicated
Price Excludes
About the Operator
African Bison Classic Tours: We are an Independent and Private Tour & Travel Agency in Nairobi and one of the finest tours and safari company offering excellent Wildlife Tours in Masai mara – Kenya, Serengeti – Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla Treks.
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