Mombasa Airport to Shimba Hills National Reserve Transfer
55 kmfrom MBA ~1 hrdrive time From KSh 6,000fixed price 24/7available CoastLine Transfers offers a private, fixed-price transfer from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to Shimba Hills National Reserve —...
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CoastLine Transfers offers a private, fixed-price transfer from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to Shimba Hills National Reserve — 55 km, approximately ~1 hr. Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name board and assists with luggage to the vehicle.
Transfer Options & Prices to Shimba Hills National Reserve
| Vehicle | Capacity | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon Premio · Camry |
1–3 pax | KSh 6,000 | Tarmac routes only |
| SUV Fortuner · Prado |
1–4 pax | KSh 8,500 | Good for most parks |
| 4×4 Land Cruiser Land Cruiser · Defender |
1–4 pax | KSh 12,000 | Best for game tracks |
| 7-Seater Van Noah · Voxy |
5–7 pax | KSh 14,000 | Groups & families |
ⓘ Vehicle recommendation for Shimba Hills National Reserve: Optional — recommended for northern game drive tracks
What’s Included in Your Transfer to Shimba Hills National Reserve
- Meet & greet at MBA arrivals — name board, luggage assistance, escort to vehicle
- Flight tracking — driver adjusts arrival time if your flight lands early or late
- 60 minutes free waiting after landing; no surcharge if customs takes time
- Fixed price — price confirmed at booking; no meter, no surprises on arrival
- Air-conditioned vehicle — all vehicles fully A/C for comfort on longer drives
- Direct transfer — your private vehicle, no shared stops
About Shimba Hills National Reserve
Shimba Hills National Reserve is Kenya’s second-largest coastal forest, covering 250 sq km of rainforest and open grassland in Kwale County, 55 km south of Mombasa Airport. The reserve is bisected by the Mwachema River and contains Sheldrick Falls — a 21-metre waterfall reached by a 2-hour guided hike through dense coastal forest.
Shimba Hills holds Kenya’s largest population of sable antelope, a rare horse-like animal with sweeping curved horns that is seldom seen elsewhere in East Africa. Elephant, buffalo, leopard, and colobus monkey share the canopy forest, and the birding is exceptional along the forest margins. The coastal forest canopy provides shade through the midday heat that typically empties open savanna parks.
A saloon handles the main Kwale access road to the park gate; an SUV or 4×4 is better for the northern game drive tracks. CoastLine can combine Shimba Hills with a stop at Colobus Conservation in Diani on the same day, returning to Mombasa Airport or any south coast hotel by early afternoon.
What to See & Do at Shimba Hills National Reserve
Sable antelope viewing on open grassland, Sheldrick Falls hike (2 hrs round-trip), elephant and buffalo sightings in the forest, colobus monkey spotting in the canopy, and panoramic Indian Ocean views from the escarpment on clear days.
Practical Information
- Entry fee: USD 25 (adults) / KSh 1,060 citizens
- Opening hours: 06:00–18:00 daily
- Park authority: Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) — kws.go.ke
- What to bring: Sunscreen, hat, binoculars, camera, long sleeves for morning drives
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a transfer from Mombasa Airport to Shimba Hills National Reserve cost?
A private transfer from Mombasa Airport to Shimba Hills National Reserve starts from KSh 6,000 for a saloon (1–3 passengers). An SUV starts from KSh 8,500, a 4×4 Land Cruiser from KSh 12,000, and a 7-seater for groups from KSh 14,000. All prices are fixed — no metered fares.
How long does it take to drive from Mombasa Airport to Shimba Hills National Reserve?
The drive from Mombasa Airport to Shimba Hills National Reserve takes approximately ~1 hr, covering 55 km. Journey times may vary slightly with traffic conditions, particularly on the A109 Nairobi–Mombasa highway at Mtito Andei.
Do I need a 4×4 to visit Shimba Hills?
A saloon car handles the main access road from Kwale town to the reserve gate. For the northern game drive tracks in the forest interior, an SUV or 4×4 is recommended, particularly after rain. CoastLine can advise on vehicle choice when you book.
How do I book a transfer from Mombasa Airport to Shimba Hills National Reserve?
The quickest way is via WhatsApp — send your travel date, flight details, passenger count, and preferred vehicle type and we will confirm within minutes. Payment is made directly to the driver on the day; no advance payment is required.
Can CoastLine arrange a return transfer from Shimba Hills National Reserve to Mombasa Airport?
Yes — CoastLine handles both legs. When you book your outbound transfer, let us know your return date and flight time and we will schedule the return pickup from your lodge or the park gate. Return pricing is the same as the outbound fare.
Stay in Diani Beach — Airport Transfer Prices
Combine your visit here with a hotel transfer to Diani Beach. CoastLine handles both legs — airport to hotel, and hotel to this destination — at fixed prices.
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