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Scenic landscape view in Shimba Hills in Kwale County, Kenya

Shimba Hills

Kenya, Kwale County

Shimba Hills

LocationKenya, Kwale County
RegionKwale County
TypeNational Reserve
Coordinates-4.2500°, 39.4500°
Established1968
Area192
Nearest CityMombasa (56 km)
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About Shimba Hills

Shimba Hills National Reserve is a coastal rainforest reserve and the only place in Kenya where the magnificent sable antelope can be found. The reserve contains over 50% of Kenya's rare plant species and features dense tropical forest, grasslands, and the spectacular Sheldrick Falls.

Visitor Ratings

Based on 1 review · Overall: 57/100

Uniqueness
72/100
Intensity
22/100
Beauty
60/100
Geology
28/100
Plant Life
68/100
Wildlife
65/100
Tranquility
72/100
Access
68/100
Safety
74/100
Heritage
42/100

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Shimba Hills in Kwale County, Kenya
Shimba Hills landscape in Kwale County, Kenya (photo 2 of 3)
Shimba Hills landscape in Kwale County, Kenya (photo 3 of 3)

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