Mombasa - Shimba Hills National Reserve

The Shimba Hills National Reserve is an area of coastal rainforest, woodland and grassland. There are some endangered species of cycad and orchids within the rare plants in the Shimba Hills.

Approximately 700 elephants live on the reserve along with leopards and abundant birdlife.

Guided forest walks are available from the Sheldrick Falls ranger station. There is a swimming hole and picnic area at the scenic Sheldrick Falls on the Machenmwana River.

Shimba Rainforest Lodge is located within Shimba Hills National Reserve. It is a Treetops style lodge with a walkway through the rainforest, viewing platform and a baited water hole that attracts a lot of wildlife.