Overnight –Shimba Hills

GROUP OR PRIVATE, 4x4 JEEP SAFARI

Overnight  –Shimba Hills

Tour features

Days 1 / 1 night	Day Trip
Highlights	Sightseeing Tours, Adventure Tours
Transport	Jeep afari / Van

An overnight trip to Shimba Hills offers a perfect blend of nature, wildlife, and tranquility. Located about 33 kilometers from Diani Beach on the Kenyan coast, Shimba Hills National Reserve is a beautiful and lesser-known gem with lush forests, rolling hills, waterfalls, and a variety of wildlife. Spending the night here allows you to explore more of the reserve and enjoy its peaceful ambiance.

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Your Safari Starts: A Journey through Kenya’s Wilderness

As your safari begins, you’re welcomed by the fresh morning air, the sounds of birds and distant wildlife, and the sight of a vast African landscape stretching before you.

• Safari Itinerary
• Safari Included / Excluded

Animal protection project “Colobus Trust“- guided hikes in the coastal forest and conversations with project staff
Your journey
The pickup is at 8.00 a.m. at your hotel. We visit the animal protection project Colobus Trust, which is located at the south coast of Kenya.
Come for a Guided Primate Eco-Tour (one hour), the only one in the country! Enjoy a guided walk along the nature trail for a personal introduction to a wild colobus troop and other wild monkeys – vervets, Sykes and baboons. This is followed by a talk in the information centre where a series of posters help further to visualise the ongoing activities. As an active conservation centre visitors are likely to see volunteers and staff at work, building bridges, caring for injured monkeys, or doing research.
Hidden away amongst almost twenty hectares of coastal forest, Colobus Cottageis an office, research base, information centre, primate rescue facility, and home for the Colobus Trust staff and volunteers since August 1997. It is also home to a habituated troop of colobus monkeys, which reside almost entirely within the boundary of the plot, making it an ideal site for ecological and behavioural studies or to just come and watch.
Finally you will be transfered to your hotel, where we arrive at about 2.00 p.m.

PRICE INCLUDES
Transport in a Mini Van with open roof and window seat guaranteed
Transfers, sightseeing, roundtrip and visits as per tour programme
1 liter mineral water per person/day
Entrance fees
Qualified English-speaking local tour guide/driver

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PRICE DO NOT INCLUDE
International flight.
Visa for Kenya (about USD 50)
Beverages
Tips

• Safari Destinations

-Diani Beach

• Seasons

Favourable Time

June to October and January and February

High Season

June to October and December to March

Low Season

April and May

Best Weather

June to October

Best Weather

March, April and May (Peak of the Wet season)

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Dry Season (June to October) – Best Time for Wildlife Viewing

• Weather: These months are cooler and drier, which makes wildlife easier to spot as animals gather around water sources.
• Great Migration: This is the peak of the wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara, especially between July and October. This is a highlight for many visitors.
• Wildlife Viewing: Since vegetation is less dense, animals are more visible in the open savannah, and predators are more active, making this the best time for general game viewing.
• Temperatures: Daytime temperatures are usually mild, ranging from 24°C to 28°C (75°F to 82°F), with cooler mornings and evenings.

 

2. Short Rainy Season (November to December)

• Weather: Occasional short rains, usually in the form of afternoon showers, but still lots of sunshine.
• Wildlife Viewing: The rains can make animals a bit harder to spot, but it's a quieter time to visit, and many areas are lush and green, which offers a different perspective.
• Benefits: Fewer tourists, and some safari lodges and camps offer lower rates during this season.
• Temperatures: Temperatures can range between 20°C and 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

 

3. Long Rainy Season (March to May) – Low Season

• Weather: This is the wettest period in Kenya, with frequent and intense rains, making some roads difficult to travel, especially in remote areas.
• Wildlife Viewing: The rain can create a more challenging safari experience as animals tend to spread out more and are harder to spot. However, birdwatching is excellent during this time as many migratory birds are in Kenya.
• Benefits: The rainy season is the least crowded time of year, and many lodges offer significant discounts, which can make for a more budget-friendly trip.
• Temperatures: Similar to the short rains, temperatures range from 20°C to 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

 

4. Shoulder Season (January to February)

• Weather: This is generally a dry period, with warm to hot temperatures and little rainfall. It's often considered one of the best times for safaris.
• Wildlife Viewing: During this period, game viewing is excellent as animals gather around water sources. The landscapes are still lush and green from the rainy season, but the grass is shorter, making wildlife spotting easier.
• Temperatures: This is the hottest time of year, with temperatures averaging between 25°C and 30°C (77°F to 86°F).