The Ark
An iconic tree lodge overlooking a floodlit waterhole and salt lick visited by forest wildlife.
Misty Forests, Waterfalls and Mountain Wildlife
Aberdare National Park
Explore misty forests, dramatic waterfalls, bamboo zones and unique mountain wildlife with Kenya Holiday Safaris by WT Safaris Limited.
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Discover spectacular waterfalls, deep ravines and dramatic mountain scenery.
Misty Forests
Travel through montane forests, bamboo belts and open moorland.
Rare Wildlife
Look for elephants, buffaloes, leopards, bongos and giant forest hogs.
Camps & Lodges
Luxury, mid-range and budget accommodation.
About Aberdare
Kenya's scenic highland wilderness of forests, waterfalls and moorland
Aberdare National Park is famous for its cool highland climate, mist-covered forests, spectacular waterfalls, bamboo zones, open moorland and unusual mountain wildlife.
Visitors may encounter elephants, buffaloes, leopards, hyenas, giant forest hogs, black-and-white colobus monkeys, bushbucks, waterbucks and the elusive bongo antelope.
Travel with Kenya Holiday Safaris for professionally guided itineraries, reliable safari vehicles and carefully selected accommodation.
Recommended Accommodation
Aberdare lodges and tree hotels
Treetops Lodge
A historic forest lodge known for wildlife viewing from raised decks and observation areas.
Aberdare Country Club
A classic highland retreat often used as the base for transfers to nearby tree lodges.
Outspan Hotel
A traditional hotel in Nyeri with gardens and convenient access to the Aberdare region.
Rhino Watch Safari Lodge
A comfortable safari lodge near the Aberdare and Solio areas, suitable for longer central Kenya itineraries.
Sangare Gardens
A peaceful countryside property offering a relaxed base for exploring Nyeri and the Aberdare region.
WT Safaris Aberdare Packages
Jeep safaris to Aberdare
Explore Aberdare's misty forests and tree lodges, or combine the park with Mount Kenya, Samburu, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara.
Aberdare & Mount Kenya
Combine a forest tree-lodge experience with the scenic highlands around Mount Kenya.
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Aberdare & Samburu
Experience cool mountain forests before travelling north to Samburu's dry-country wildlife.
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Aberdare, Samburu & Mount Kenya
A varied central and northern Kenya circuit with forests, mountain scenery and rare wildlife.
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Aberdare, Samburu & Lake Nakuru
Combine highland forest, Samburu's special species and rhino viewing at Lake Nakuru.
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Aberdare, Samburu, Nakuru & Mara
A comprehensive Kenya safari linking highlands, northern wildlife, Rift Valley lakes and Masai Mara.
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Kenya Flying Safaris
Combine road travel to the Aberdare region with convenient flights to other safari destinations.
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Best Time to Visit
Aberdare travel seasons
January to March: Generally drier conditions with clearer mountain views and comfortable game viewing.
April to June: The long rains create lush forests, powerful waterfalls and misty highland scenery.
July to October: Cool, relatively dry weather with good access and rewarding wildlife viewing.
November to December: Short rains refresh the forest and create beautiful conditions for photography and birding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Aberdare safari information
Where is Aberdare National Park?
Aberdare National Park lies in Kenya's central highlands, northwest of Nairobi and close to Nyeri and the Mount Kenya region.
How many days are recommended?
One to two nights works well for Aberdare, while longer itineraries can combine the park with Mount Kenya, Samburu and the Rift Valley.
Can I fly to Aberdare?
Most visitors reach Aberdare by road from Nairobi, although charter flights may be arranged to nearby airstrips in central Kenya.
Is Aberdare suitable for families?
Yes. Tree-lodge wildlife viewing, waterfalls, forest scenery and comfortable highland lodges make it an interesting family destination.
Plan Your Safari
Book your Aberdare safari with WT Safaris
Contact our Diani Beach safari team for a tailor-made Aberdare quotation, tree-lodge recommendations and private safari transport.
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