Lang'ata, Nairobi
Giraffe Centre
Meet Rothschild's giraffes eye to eye from a raised feeding platform, then walk the nature trail.
Aberdare Range, Central Kenya
Aberdare
Misty mountain moorland, bamboo forest and waterfalls in the highlands north of Nairobi.
About Aberdare
The Aberdare Range rises north of Nairobi, between Nyeri and Nyandarua. It's a world away from the savannah parks: cool highland air, dense forest and bamboo, open moorland and deep valleys with waterfalls.
Aberdare National Park, managed by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), covers the high moorland and forested slopes. Outside the park, the wider Aberdare area has lodges, farms and forest that make good bases. Tell us which you have in mind, or what you'd like to do, and we'll plan around it.
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What to see and do
Waterfalls
The park has several waterfalls, including Karuru and Gura, reached by road and short walks, where access allows.
Forest & moorland
Drive up through forest and bamboo to open highland moorland with wide views.
Wildlife
The forests are home to elephants, buffalo and other animals. Sightings in thick forest are never guaranteed.
Tree-hotel style stays
Lodges in and around the park are known for watching wildlife at waterholes; we can suggest options for your budget.
Good to know
- Aberdare National Park is a KWS park: entry fees are set by KWS and paid separately unless your quote says otherwise.
- Roads in the park can be steep and muddy, especially in the rains, so a 4x4 is often needed. Some areas may be closed after heavy rain.
- It gets cold at altitude. Bring warm layers and a rain jacket.
- Aberdare is a long day trip from Nairobi; an overnight stay is more relaxed.
Suggested itinerary ideas
- Overnight lodge stayStay a night in or near the park for an early start and a slower pace.
- Central Kenya circuitCombine with other central Kenya and Rift Valley stops on a longer trip.
Arrange transport to Aberdare
A private vehicle from your hotel or home, with a return pickup if you like. Entry fees, meals and activities are paid separately unless your quote says otherwise.
- Private vehicle for your party
- Return pickup on request
- No payment taken online
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More places to visit
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Nairobi National Museum
Kenya's history, cultures, art and natural history under one roof, set in leafy gardens on Museum Hill.
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Bomas of Kenya
Traditional homesteads from communities across Kenya, and music and dance performances in a grand auditorium.
Make a day of it
Combine several places with a driver-guide, or add them to a safari. Tell us your plan and we'll suggest a route.