1-Day Shimba Hills & Sheldrick Falls Day Tour from Diani
Overview
Tour Overview
Kenya Safari: Escape to the lush landscapes of Shimba Hills, home to rare wildlife such as the sable antelope and an array of vibrant birdlife. Enjoy a guided game
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Day 1 You will be picked up at 7:00 AM from your accommodation in Diani for a journey to Shimba Hills National Reserve, passing through scenic landscapes with cultural insights from your guide. Arrival at the park gates is expected at approximately 8:00 AM, subject to traffic and entry procedures. After ticketing, enjoy a guided game drive from 8:00 to 10:00 AM across rainforest and grassland, with chances to see sable antelope, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and diverse birdlife. Shortly after 10:00 AM, begin the hike to Sheldrick Falls, a 2.5 km trail each way with steep sections and over 300 stairs, requiring moderate fitness. At the falls, relax, take photos, or cool off in the plunge pool. By 12:00 noon, those opting for lunch will continue to Shimba Green Lodge just outside the reserve, where a meal is available at USD 20 per person (payable directly). After lunch, return to Diani, with arrival expected by 3:00 PM. Main Destination: Shimba Hills National Reserve Best Time To Visit July to September and January to February (Best wildlife viewing) High Season December to March and July to October (Not busy) Best Weather July to September and January to February (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Shimba Hills NR BuffaloCommon ElephantOccasional GiraffeRare LeopardVery Rare HyenaRare White RhinoNone Show more Black RhinoNone LionNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Meals at own expense D
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- A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
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Karibu provided a well organised and friendly service. Peter, Tina, and Stephen provided an excellent service - they arranged a cookery lesson, sea safari, fishing, and lots of taxi services. Highly recommended !
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