02 Days Simba Hills

Simba Hills is one of the largest coastal forests in East Africa.This reserve is rich in flora and fauna and hosts the highest density of African elephant in Kenya. Other animal species found in the area are Sable antelope, elephant shrew, bushy tailed mongoose and other small mammals like fruit bats. The forest is an important bird area and is endowed with forest birdlife while the grasslands hold localized species such as red-necked-Spur fowl, Croaking Cisticola and Zanzibar Red Bishop. The scenic Sheldrick Falls and the dense Mwaluganje Forest are also found here along with four campsites

Simba Hills is one of the largest coastal forests in East Africa.This reserve is rich in flora and fauna and hosts the highest density of African elephant in Kenya. Other animal species found in the area are Sable antelope, elephant shrew, bushy tailed mongoose and other small mammals like fruit bats. The forest is an important bird area and is endowed with forest birdlife while the grasslands hold localized species such as red-necked-Spur fowl, Croaking Cisticola and Zanzibar Red Bishop. The scenic Sheldrick Falls and the dense Mwaluganje Forest are also found here along with four campsites

Itinerary
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Stop At: Shimba Hills National Reserve, Shimba Hills National Reserve, Coast Province

Morning, pickup from your hotel and drive to Shimba Hills, starting with a short game drive in the park proceeding to the Sheldrick Falls. Deep in the river valley of the National Reserve is the spectacular 82 foot Sheldrick Falls with a natural plunge pool at the foot. A shower in the cool clean waters of the falls or a dip in the pool is quite refreshing after the walk. The walk up from Sheldrick Falls can be taxing for the elderly and should only be undertaken by clients who are physically fit. Clients who prefer to give the walk a miss, will proceed on a short game drive. After the walk, a game drive in the park proceeding to the Lodge for a late lunch. Afternoon, relax at the Lodge and enjoy a spectacular African sunset sinking behind the serene silhouette of the Usambara Mountains in neighboring Tanzania. Below in the Mwaluganje Elephant Santuary, one can see elephants at a distance.
Dinner & Overnight at the Shimba Hills Green Safari Lodge on FullBoard

Duration: 1 day