Aberdare National Park in Kenya and Its AttractionsLocation of Aberdare National Park, Wildlife in Aberdare, Geography and Birdlife of Aberdare in KenyaThe Aberdare National Park in Kenya was created in 1950 to protect the forested slopes and moors of the Aberdare Mountains. The Aberdare National Park is part of the Aberdare Mountain Range, a fascinating region of Kenya. According to traditional Kikuyu folklore they are one of the homes of Ngai meaning God. Mountain ranges and peaks soar to around 14,000 ft. giving way to deep V-shaped valleys with streams and rivers cascading over spectacular waterfalls - this area is a must for landscape lovers. From its vital catchment area the Aberdare Rainforest feeds the entire local and Nairobi water supply. Above the forest is a belt of bamboo. Attractions of Aberdare National Park in Kenya The Aberdare National Park is another home for wild fauna in Kenya. These Animals abound in the forest: elephant, buffalo, giant forest hog and Kenya's indigenous endangered Black Rhino. The lodges are also the main attraction of the Aberdares. Both Treetops and The Ark are built above the ground beside floodlit waterholes with salt licks.Click here for more information about Ark Lodge in Aberdare National Park Kenya Treetops is one of Kenya's most famous hotels as this is where British Princess Elizabeth was informed that she was now Queen in 1952 when her father died. The Ark, however, offers better game viewing, especially at night.Click here for a detailed overview on Treetops Hotel in Aberdare National Park Tourist’s activities in Aberdare National Park in Kenya Game viewing is very rewarding: lion. Leopard, baboon, Black and White Colobus and Sykes monkeys are abundant. Rare sightings have also been made of the Golden Cat. Bird viewing is incredible with over 250 species recorded, including Jackson's Francolin, sparrow hawk, African goshawk, eagles, sunbirds and plovers. Nocturnal game viewing is taken so seriously that there is a bell in each room, which sounds if an unusual animal, turns up at the waterhole. Elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard and bushbuck are regular visitors. Accommodation in Aberdare National Park in Kenya There is a variety of accommodation. Treetops tree-house lodge and the Ark, a lodge built in the shape of Noah's Ark provide night game-viewing in the Salient area of the Park with excellent sightings of elephant, buffalo, lion and rhino, drawn to the waterholes and saltlicks each evening. Overall within the Aberdare National Park, there are two lodges, three self-help banda sites, eight special campsites (requiring advance booking) and one public campsite (moorland). There are five picnic sites. Location of Aberdare National Park in Kenya This park is located 180 km from Nairobi and stretches over a wide variety of terrains because it covers altitudes from about 7,000 feet to 14,000 feet above sea level.
Established in May 1950, the Aberdare National Park covers an area of 767 square kilometers and forms part of the Aberdare Mountain Range. Vegetation of Aberdare National Park in Kenya. The park offers a wide range of beautiful landscapes - from the mountain peaks that rise to 14,000 feet above sea level, to their deep, v-shaped valleys intersected by streams, rivers, and waterfalls. One can also find moorland, bamboo forests, and rainforests as one goes down to lower altitudes. Moorland or moor is a type of habitat found in upland areas, characterised by acidic soils. Moorland habitats are most extensive in the neotropics and tropical Africa. Luxury Hotels in Aberdare National Park in KenyaSearching for accommodation that will suit your travel needs in Aberdare National Park in Kenya? Traveling to Africa doesn't have to mean great discomfort. Quite the opposite in fact. We have a wide choice of carefully selected chain and independent Africa hotels and safari lodges and camps. Our selected Africa hotels below can cater to any possible budget, taste, interest or preference. Choose from the Hotels below that you are interested in and view hotel information and rates. Aberdare County Club Cottages Aberdare National Park Outspan Golf and Country Club Hotel Aberdare National Park Serena Mountain Lodge Hotel Aberdare National... Shimba Hills Lodge Aberdare National Park Kenya Ark Lodge Aberdare National Park Kenya Tourist Safaris in Aberdare National Park in Kenya AfricaAre you looking for the perfect Kenya Vacation package? Then your dreams are about to come true. We have a wide choice of carefully designed offers and activities: Adventure safaris, Kenya camping safaris, luxury lodge safaris and wildlife safaris. Our safari choices let you explore Africa's highest mountains, deepest lake, largest game reserve and the most abundant movement of wildlife in Kenya. Let us help you discover the Kenyan magic with our best value packages for Kenya Vacation and Holidays. Choose from the Safaris below that you are interested in and view Safaris information and rates. Wings Over Wilderness Samburu Adventure Wings Over Wilderness Ol Pejeta Adventure Wings Over Wilderness Tsavo West adventure 3 days 2 nights Upclose with the migration special 2 days 1 night Migration Time Saver Spectacular Mara Budget Safari Elephant Country Budget Safari In Search of Primates Kenya and Uganda Classic Safari and Island Dreams Kenya Seychelles Big Cat Safari Kenya and Tanzania Looking for Safari Rental Cars to Aberdare National Park in Kenya?Hiring a rental car in Nairobi is an ideal way of traveling in the country. Whether you are going for a short self-drive wildlife safari in Kenya or a longer Kenyan vacation, we make it easy for you to hire any type of vehicle. Choose from the Cars below that you are interested in and view Car information and rates. From Aberdare National Park in Kenya Back to Uganda Visit and Travel Guide Home Page 
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