1-Day Shimba Hills National Reserve Tour – Pick Up & Drop Off Diani Beach
Duration
Safari Overview
Route: Diani Beach → Shimba Hills National Reserve → Diani Beach
Duration: Full Day
Highlights:
Discover the lush landscapes, waterfalls, and wildlife of Shimba Hills National Reserve, just a short drive from Diani Beach. Home to rare species like the sable antelope, elephants, and a variety of birdlife, the reserve also offers beautiful forest trails and scenic viewpoints, making it perfect for wildlife and nature enthusiasts.
Included
Private vehicle with professional English-speaking driver/guide
Pickup and drop-off from Diani Beach
Entrance fees to Shimba Hills National Reserve
Picnic lunch or lunch at a lodge
Bottled water
Excluded
Drinks and tips
Personal expenses
Optional activities not mentioned
Tour Plan
07:00 AM – Pickup from Diani Beach
- Pick-up from your hotel or resort in Diani Beach.
- Enjoy a scenic drive inland to Shimba Hills National Reserve (approx. 45–60 minutes).
08:00 AM – Enter Shimba Hills & Morning Safari
- Begin a game drive through the reserve.
- Spot wildlife including:
- Rare Sable Antelopes
- Elephants and buffalos
- Bushbucks, duikers, and various antelope species
- Observe diverse bird species and enjoy the lush coastal forest environment
10:30 AM – Visit Sheldrick Falls
- Stop at Sheldrick Falls, a picturesque waterfall within the reserve.
- Opportunity for photographs and short walks in the surrounding forest
12:00 PM – Picnic or Lunch at Local Lodge
- Enjoy a picnic lunch or a buffet at a nearby lodge, surrounded by natural beauty
01:00 PM – Afternoon Nature Walk & Scenic Viewpoints
- Optional guided nature walk to explore forest trails
- Visit Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary viewpoints (if included) or other scenic areas within the reserve
03:00 PM – Depart Shimba Hills
- Begin the drive back to Diani Beach, enjoying coastal landscapes along the way
04:00 PM – Return to Diani Beach
- Drop-off at your hotel or resort
- End of the tour, with memories of Kenya’s coastal wildlife and lush landscapes
