{"id":43093,"date":"2026-01-08T15:56:58","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T12:56:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mufasatoursandtravels.com\/bestemmingen\/shimba-hills-nationaal-reservaat-2\/"},"modified":"2026-01-08T16:10:42","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T13:10:42","slug":"shimba-hills-nationaal-reservaat-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mufasatoursandtravels.com\/nl\/bestemmingen\/shimba-hills-nationaal-reservaat-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Shimba Hills Nationaal Reservaat"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” gap=”1″][vc_column parallax=”content-moving” parallax_image=”6943″ parallax_speed_bg=”1.9″ css=”.vc_custom_1767877423222{padding-top: 80px !important;padding-right: 80px !important;padding-bottom: 80px !important;padding-left: 80px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Shimba Hills Nationaal Park” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:32|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” google_fonts=”font_family:Quicksand%3A300%2Cregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” el_class=”banner-txt”][vc_separator color=”custom” align=”align_left” border_width=”2″ el_width=”20″ accent_color=”#f8f8f8″][vc_custom_heading text=”Kenia” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:18|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff” google_fonts=”font_family:Quicksand%3A300%2Cregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” el_class=”banner-txt”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1673438873315{border-top-width: 10px !important;border-right-width: 10px !important;border-bottom-width: 10px !important;border-left-width: 10px !important;}”][vc_tta_tabs shape=”square” color=”juicy-pink” alignment=”center” active_section=”1″ no_fill_content_area=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Overzicht” tab_id=”1633454673222-3d94f956-010c”][info_list_father listclr=”#f8f8f8″][info_list_son style=”icon” size=”20″ width=”30″ height=”20″ titleclr=”#890000″ icon=”fas fa-map-marked” iconclr=”#890000″ iconbg=”#f8f8f8″ borderclr=”#f8f8f8″ title=”Where Rainforest Meets the Ocean” caption_url=””]\n

Shimba Hills National Reserve is one of the largest coastal forests in East Africa and a stunning contrast to the traditional Kenyan savannah. Located just 33km south of Mombasa, this lush sanctuary is a mosaic of ancient rainforest, woodland, and rolling grasslands. It is famously the only place in Kenya where you can spot the regal Sable Antelope<\/b>, known for its scimitar-shaped horns and striking black coat.<\/p>\n[\/info_list_son][info_list_son style=”icon” size=”20″ width=”30″ height=”20″ titleclr=”#890000″ icon=”fas fa-route” iconclr=”#890000″ iconbg=”#f8f8f8″ borderclr=”#f8f8f8″ title=”What to expect” caption_url=””]\n

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    The Rare Sable Antelope<\/strong>:<\/b> A high-priority sighting for wildlife enthusiasts, these majestic animals thrive in the park\u2019s grassland clearings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Elephant Sanctuary<\/strong>:<\/b> Home to a significant population of African elephants, often seen emerging from the thick forest canopy to drink at waterholes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Biodiversity Hotspot<\/strong>:<\/b> A paradise for botanists and birders, featuring over 50% of Kenya\u2019s rare plant species and a variety of forest-dwelling birds and butterflies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    The Landscape<\/strong>:<\/b> Dramatic ridges offer panoramic views that, on clear days, stretch all the way to the Indian Ocean and the peaks of the Usambara Mountains in Tanzania.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n[\/info_list_son][info_list_son style=”icon” size=”20″ width=”30″ height=”20″ titleclr=”#890000″ icon=”far fa-check-circle” iconclr=”#890000″ iconbg=”#f8f8f8″ borderclr=”#f8f8f8″ title=”Seasonal Overview” caption_url=””]\n

    Shimba Hills enjoys a tropical coastal climate, making it a refreshing escape from the heat of the beaches at any time of year:<\/p>\n

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      The Mist & Bloom Season<\/strong>:<\/b> Following the rains, the forest is at its most vibrant. The hills are often draped in a mystical morning mist, and the rare orchids and lilies of the park burst into bloom. This is the ultimate season for photographers seeking “moody” forest shots and lush green landscapes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      The Clear Horizon Season<\/strong>:<\/b> As the skies clear, the reserve offers its best panoramic views of the coastline. This season is ideal for hiking to the waterfalls and spotting predators like leopards, who are more likely to move through the thinning undergrowth.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      The Birding & Butterfly Season<\/strong>:<\/b> During the transitional months, the reserve becomes a flurry of color. Migratory birds arrive from the north, and the park\u2019s famous butterflies are most active, creating a magical atmosphere within the forest canopy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/info_list_son][\/info_list_father][vc_btn title=”Vraag een offerte aan” style=”outline-custom” outline_custom_color=”#890000″ outline_custom_hover_background=”#890000″ outline_custom_hover_text=”#ffffff” shape=”square” size=”sm” align=”center” i_align=”right” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-angle-right” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fmufasatoursandtravels.com%2Fnl%2Fvraag-een-offerte-aan%2F|title:Vraag%20een%20offerte%20aan|”][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Accommodaties” tab_id=”1633455601016-f93699bc-5d92″][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1767877585470{padding: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_inner el_class=”custom-height” offset=”vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][ucaddon_uc_side_carousel_content image=”43097″ title=”Shimba Hills Lodge” btn_text=”View Accomodation” link=”https:\/\/www.shimbalodge.net\/” uc_init_settings=”” uc_fonts_data=”JTdCJTdE”]QW4lMjBhd2FyZC13aW5uaW5nJTIwJTIydHJlZSUyMGxvZGdlJTIyJTIwYnVpbHQlMjBlbnRpcmVseSUyMG9mJTIwd29vZC4lMjBJdCUyMG92ZXJsb29rcyUyMGElMjBmbG9vZGxpdCUyMHdhdGVyaG9sZSUyMHdoZXJlJTIweW91JTIwY2FuJTIwd2F0Y2glMjBlbGVwaGFudHMlMjBhbmQlMjBlbHVzaXZlJTIwbGVvcGFyZHMlMjBmcm9tJTIwdGhlJTIwY29tZm9ydCUyMG9mJTIwdGhlJTIwYmFyJTIwb3IlMjB5b3VyJTIwcHJpdmF0ZSUyMGJhbGNvbnkuJTIwSXQlMjBpcyUyMHRoZSUyMG9ubHklMjBsb2RnZSUyMG9mJTIwaXRzJTIwa2luZCUyMGF0JTIwdGhlJTIwY29hc3Qu[\/ucaddon_uc_side_carousel_content][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1767877585470{padding: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_inner el_class=”custom-height” offset=”vc_hidden-lg”][vc_headings style=”theme2″ borderclr=”#890000″ title=”Shimba Hills Lodge” align=”left” google_fonts=”font_family:Quicksand%3A300%2Cregular%2C700|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” titleclr=”#000000″ caption_url=”” caption_urls=”” caption_urlss=”” caption_urldesc=””]An award-winning “tree lodge” built entirely of wood. It overlooks a floodlit waterhole where you can watch elephants and elusive leopards from the comfort of the bar or your private balcony. It is the only lodge of its kind at the coast.[\/vc_headings][vc_btn title=”Accommodatie bekijken” style=”outline-custom” outline_custom_color=”#890000″ outline_custom_hover_background=”#890000″ outline_custom_hover_text=”#ffffff” shape=”square” size=”sm” i_align=”right” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-angle-right” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.shimbalodge.net%2F|” css=”.vc_custom_1767877861482{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Activiteiten” tab_id=”1767601538075-7b6924d3-776e”][info_list_father listclr=”#f8f8f8″][info_list_son style=”icon” size=”0″ width=”0″ height=”0″ titleclr=”#f8f8f8″ iconclr=”#f8f8f8″ borderclr=”#f8f8f8″ caption_url=””]\n

      Avontuur in de Kustwildernis<\/b> Shimba Hills is een bestemming voor wie graag te voet verken, net zo graag als met het voertuig.<\/p>\n

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        Wandeling naar Sheldrick Falls<\/strong>:<\/b> Begin aan een begeleide wandeling van twee uur door het bos naar de spectaculaire 21 meter hoge Sheldrick Falls. Je kunt afkoelen met een verfrissende duik in het natuurlijke dompelbad op de bodem. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Sabelantilope Volgen<\/strong>:<\/b> Sluit je aan bij onze deskundige gidsen in een gespecialiseerde zoektocht naar de “ster van het park.” We kennen de specifieke open plekken waar deze zeldzame antilopen het liefst grazen tijdens de gouden uren. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Elephant Hill Observatie: Rijd<\/strong> naar het hoogste punt van het park voor een zonnetuin of een picknick. Vanaf hier kun je over het bladerdak van het bos uitkijken en vaak olifantenkuddes zien bewegen door de valleien beneden.<\/b> <\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Begeleide natuurwandelingen<\/strong>:<\/b> Ontdek de botanische wonderen van het bos. Leer over de zeldzame “Cycads” (oude planten) en de medicinale toepassingen van de verschillende bomen die in dit unieke ecosysteem voorkomen. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Vogels kijken en vlinderidentificatie<\/strong>:<\/b> Met meer dan 111 vogelsoorten en honderden vlindersoorten is een ochtendwandeling met onze gespecialiseerde gidsen een must voor natuurliefhebbers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Sundowners bij Mwalughanje<\/strong>:<\/b> Geniet van een drankje bij de schilderachtige uitkijkpunten met uitzicht op het Mwalughanje Olifantenreservaat en kijk hoe de zon ondergaat boven de verre bergen.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n[\/info_list_son][\/info_list_father][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_tabs][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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