Shimba Hills National Reserve

Name: Shimba Hills National Reserve
Address: Kasemeni sinango rd Shimba Hills National Reserve, KE
Telephone: +254 704 467855
Rating: 4.2

4.2(1015 reviews)

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National park & protected home to rare native plants & endangered animals, such as elephants.

A national reserve known for its forest elephants and Sheldrick Falls. The hiking trails and diverse wildlife make it worthwhile for nature enthusiasts visiting the South Coast.

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What this place offers

Wheelchair accessible

HoursOpen now

Monday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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4.2

Based on 1015 reviews

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2 months ago

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Kasemeni sinango rd Shimba Hills National Reserve

Ukunda

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Shimba Hills National Reserve is located at Kasemeni sinango rd Shimba Hills National Reserve, Ukunda, Diani Beach.

Shimba Hills National Reserve has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 1015 reviews.

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No game to see. For that go to the Mara. Now if driving 4-5h and walking 2h to see a waterfall is your thing, then it’s for you. For the rest, go enjoy Diani beach, you’ll have much more fun.

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The Camper in Africa

4 months ago

We spent 24h in Shimba Hills self driving and camped at the Professional Campsite. The campsite is a bit rundown but we stayed there instead of the public campsite at the Sable Bandas because it's a h...

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WANDERI J. K

a month ago

This is an interesting and accessible park, however, there is very little wildlife in the park. You will definitely enjoy the hike down to the Sheldrick Water Fall

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Eliud Ngari

a year ago

It's a beautiful place. I enjoyed the panoramic view of the reserve. It was magical and I spend my time looking at the beauty that I didn't capture lots of moments. There were buffaloes, elephant, col...

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Subha Shree

a year ago

Trekking was bit tiring,otherwise excellent place to visit and refresh your body in the falls. Washroom is dirty and need renovation for more tourists to have a comfortable visit.

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