-
Aberdare National Park
Located in central Kenya around 160 kilometres from Nairobi by road, it stretches a hundred kilometres north to south within the third highest mountain range in Kenya. The Aberdare National Park is covers the higher areas of the Aberdare mountain range which is an isolated volcanic range that formed on the eastern end of the Great Rift Valley.
-
Wildlife
Wildlife present in the protected area include lion, leopard, elephant, East African wild dog, giant forest hog, bushbuck, mountain reedbuck, waterbuck, Cape buffalo, suni, side-striped jackal, eland, duiker, olive baboon, black and white colobus monkey, and sykes monkey. Rarer sightings include those of the African golden cat and the bongo. Species such as the common eland, serval live in the higher moorlands.
The Aberdare National Park also hosts a large eastern black rhinoceros population and over 250 bird species including the endangered Aberdare cisticola, Jackson’s spurfowl, sparrowhawk, African goshawk, African fish eagle, sunbirds and plovers.
-
Activities
- Game drives.
- Bird watching.
- Terrain walks.
The Ark Lodge
Set in the heart of the Aberdare National Park, iconic and yes, quirky. The Ark overlooks a floodlit waterhole and salt lick, which attracts a host of awesome wildlife. Resembling and named after Noah’s Ark, The Ark comprises of three decks from which numerous balconies and lounges provide a superb location for wildlife to be seen. So that you don’t miss any animal sightings, the night guard will buzz your room when special animals come to the waterhole. The Ark has four viewing areas for observing the ever-present animal activity.
Aberdare Country Club
The Aberdare Country Club, only a two and a half hour drive northeast from Nairobi, is nestled on a slope of Mweiga Hill in the Aberdare Highlands, part of the Great Rift Valley. This captivating site was the homestead of an English couple that decided to settle in Kenya. Almost a half century later, their home, “The Steep”, was renamed the Aberdare Country Club and opened for guests. Considered a heritage property in Kenya, The Aberdare Country Club has retained the charm of a private home with the simple comforts of a country inn.
Treetops Lodge
Discover a destination that offers a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and culture. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or someone seeking a peaceful getaway, this place has something for everyone. Explore breathtaking landscapes, immerse yourself in the local culture, and indulge in world-class cuisine.
Rhino Watch Safari Lodge
Rhino Watch Safari Lodge is nestled in the Central Kenyan Highlands in the Mweiga region of Kenya. It boasts a beautiful view of Mount Kenya and is strategically located between the Aberdare Mountains and Mount Kenya, making it an ideal base for exploring several nearby wildlife reserves.
