Overview

The Shimba Hills National Park Safari offers a unique combination of wildlife, forested landscapes, and coastal scenery just a short drive from Mombasa. Known for its rare sable antelopes, elephants, and rich birdlife, Shimba Hills provides a more intimate and exclusive safari experience.

This overnight safari is perfect for travelers seeking adventure without venturing far from the coast. Guests enjoy game drives in the park, nature walks, and relaxing lodge accommodation amidst lush greenery. The combination of forested hills, waterfalls, and rolling plains offers a contrast to the open savannahs of Kenya’s larger parks.

Highlights

✔️ Spot rare sable antelopes and elephants
✔️ Overnight safari near Mombasa
✔️ Game drives in Shimba Hills National Park
✔️ Forest walks and birdwatching opportunities
✔️ Scenic landscapes with hills, waterfalls, and valleys
✔️ Comfortable lodge accommodation
✔️ Photography and nature exploration

Itinerary

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Your adventure begins with a road transfer from Mombasa to Shimba Hills National Park, passing through scenic coastal landscapes. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive through the park’s rolling hills and forested areas. Shimba Hills is home to unique wildlife, including rare sable antelopes, elephants, bushbucks, duikers, and a wide variety of bird species, making it a paradise for wildlife and photography enthusiasts.

Check-in at the lodge inside or near the park, offering a peaceful setting amidst the lush greenery. From your lodge balcony or observation deck, you may spot wildlife moving freely across the hills. Dinner under the African skies completes a memorable first day in Shimba Hills.

On the second day, enjoy morning game drives or guided nature walks to explore the forested regions and spot birds, primates, and other small wildlife. After breakfast at the lodge, depart the park and drive back to Mombasa, concluding your overnight safari with memories of wildlife, nature, and serene landscapes.