national reserve · Kwale
Shimba Hills National Reserve
Verify exact gate hours and vehicle fees with KWS. Great non-beach add-on for a Diani stay.
Kwale
Fees
Kenya prices by visitor class, citizen, resident, East African and non-resident rates differ at the same gate.
| Visitor class | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Non-resident | USD 50 | USD 25 |
| East African citizen | KES 500 | KES 250 |
| Kenya resident | KES 675 | KES 350 |
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What we know
Opening hours: Daily ~06:00-18:00 (KWS; verify)
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AJ Kenya Safaris
Safety note: Wild elephants present; stay in the vehicle on drives and take a ranger for the Sheldrick Falls walk.
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AJ Kenya Safaris
cultural note: A 193 km2 coastal-rainforest reserve — the only place in Kenya with the rare Roosevelt's sable antelope (~100), plus 500+ elephants, and Sheldrick Falls. An easy safari from the beach. Payment via KWSpay (no cash at gate).
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AJ Kenya Safaris
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