Tropical Jungle

Safari summary

Shimba Hills is a Tropical Rain Forest and one of the largest coastal forests in East Africa after Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, this reserve is rich in flora and fauna and hosts 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, over 111 bird species have been recorded, of which 22 are coastal endemic among them are: Ostrich Eagle, African Hawk, Falcon, Cuckoo, Guinea-fowl, Kenya Crested, Honey guide, Horn bill, Crowned, Quail, Blue Sunbird, 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. The Shimba Hills Tropical Rain Forest is also a water catchment area. It is an important area for plant biodiversity – over 50% of the 159 rare plants in Kenya are found in the Shimba Hills.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Kenya
	Parks	Tsavo

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Walking safari—with armed guard
• Photography safari—with professional guide
• Sightseeing | shopping | markets

What’s included?

• Meals
• Park fees
• Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

• Accommodation
• Alcoholic beverages
• All drinks
• Hot air balloons
• Internal flights
• International flights
• Laundry
• Spa treatments
• Tips and gratuities
• Visas