Kenya’s Mountain Forests
Visit the Wildwest Moorlands of Kenya’s Mountains
Kenya’s Aberdare National Park provides a vast experience of the country’s most famous savannah reserves like Maasai Mara.
Aberdare National Park is not just a safari destination; early settlers also called it “Scotland with lions” because of the concentration of lions in the higher African terrain. Today, it’s famous for crystal streams and cloud-shadowed moors, making it a scenic trail for safari-goers who love to hike.
Total Area
767 km²
Elevation
1800- 4001 m
Signature Experiences
Explore the Urban National Park of Kenya
Big Five Game Drives
Experience the dense forest and moorland environment in a 4×4 safari car in search of elephants, buffaloes, lions, and the rare black leopard.
4×4 Game Drives
Big Five Viewing
Guided Tours
Night Wildlife Viewing
Lodge in a treehouse-type facility and witness night animals visiting floodlit salt licks and water holes.
Treetop Stays
Scenic Views
Night Adventures
Chasing Waterfalls
Trek to the three iconic cascades such as Karuru Falls, Gura Falls and Magura Falls
Waterfall Views
Hiking & Trekking
Scenic Escapades
Hiking & Trekking
Walk the rugged trails across the moorlands, climbing scenic spots like Elephant Hill or the twin hills for sweeping highland views.
Hiking & Trekking
Scenic Escapades
Moorland Views
Birdwatching
Spot over 300 bird species, including endemic varieties endemic varieties like the Aberdare cisticola and rare sunbirds in the bamboo zones.
Spot Rare Birds
Photography Tours
Immersive Experiences
Nature Walks & Horse Riding
Join guided walks or horse-riding safaris just outside the park boundaries through designated properties.
Horse Riding
Nature Walks
Immersive Tours
Our Commitment
Protecting the Urban National Park of Kenya
Aberdare National Park is a protected area in the Aberdare Mountain Range in Central Kenya, located east of the East African Rift Valley. At Safarizo, we collaborate closely with sanctuary and park authorities to protect the endangered black leopard.
Sustainable Eco-tourism
Low-impact visitor management helps ensure critically endangered black leopards and other wildlife remain undisturbed for generations.
Local Community Support
Partnering with the national park’s authority to create alternative livelihoods for indigenous communities and conservation education for eco-sensitive tourism.
Our Commitment
Responsible Tourism
OUR PURPOSE
Protect Kenyan Species
Kenya Safaris
Frequently Asked Questions.
The best time to visit Aberdare National Park is during the long dry season (June to October) and short dry season (January to March) for clear skies, good wildlife viewing, and smooth travel.
The best time of day to visit Aberdare National Park for wildlife viewing and game drives is early morning (around 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM) and late afternoon (around 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM).
You can reach Aberdare National Park by driving about 160 kilometres (100 miles) north from Nairobi, which takes a 2- to 3-hour journey.
We provide strict, vigilant protection for tourists staying in the tree houses during nighttime viewing. If wildlife movement seems dangerous or unpredictable, the tours might be cancelled for the safety of our tourists.
- Adult – $70 | Child (3–17 years) – $35
- Kenya Residents (with work permit/documentation): Adult – KES 1,100
- East African Citizens (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan): Adult – KES 800 | Child – KES 500
