About Arberdare National Park
Aberdare National Park, in Kenya’s central highlands, offers a unique safari experience with dramatic landscapes and diverse wildlife. Established in 1950, it covers 766 sq km, featuring forests, moorlands, and waterfalls.
The park’s ‘Salient’ area allows for exceptional nocturnal wildlife viewing from tree-top lodges like The Ark and Treetops.
Overview: This high-altitude park contrasts with typical safaris, boasting diverse ecosystems from rainforests to alpine vegetation. Activities include game drives, bird watching, and trout fishing.
Best Time to Visit: The dry seasons (January-February and June-September) are ideal for game viewing and accessibility.
Wildlife to See: Expect to see elephants, buffaloes, and leopards. The park is a stronghold for the critically endangered bongo, giant forest hogs, and black and white colobus monkeys. Over 290 bird species, including the Aberdare cisticola, are present.
