OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 3 ***
Set discreetly in the heart of an ancient tropical rain forest, just 45minutes from Dianisilver beaches, Shimba Rainforest Lodge, cleverly constructed in indigenous timber, blends perfectly with the luxuriant forest vegetation of the shimba hills national reserve. The only tree hotel on the Kenyan Coast shares this scenic home with herds of sable antelope, elephant, buffalo, civet and genet cat, who can be sighted most evenings at shimbas floodlit waterholes. a real treat for guests is the frequent visits by members of the unusually high leopard population.
Location
in shimba hills national reserve. From Diani Beach, Shimba lies between 30-40kms (about 45 minute drive), from Likoni Ferry (Mombasa) 40 Kms about (45 minute drive) having crossed the ferry, from voi 207kms.
Climate
the climate is tropical and mombasa is generally at sea level.February - March being the hottest months and May / Jun / jul being the coolest. temperatures range between 20c - 36c. special functions-weddings - in an evergreen tropical rain forest with the chorus of forest birds and a herd of elephants trumpeting the wedding march. all information is available from block hotels head office in nairobi or from nyali beach hotel with advice on regulations and requirements involved in a civil ceremony.