aberdare national park lodges

Package Overview

Aberdare National Park Lodges – Where Forest Luxury Meets Mountain Wilderness

Tucked within the misty highlands of central Kenya, Aberdare National Park offers one of the most unique safari experiences in East Africa — alpine scenery, towering waterfalls, ancient forests, and rare highland wildlife. Whether you’re tracking elusive bongos or enjoying a hot chocolate by the fireplace, our curated lodges in Aberdare promise an unforgettable blend of nature, serenity, and comfort.

Explore our handpicked stays in Aberdare featured in Kenya safari holiday packages — perfect for honeymooners, photographers, families, and luxury seekers alike.

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🏨 Top Lodges in Aberdare National Park

🦉 1. The Ark Lodge

• Unique tree-lodge overlooking a floodlit waterhole

• Night wildlife viewing from your room

• Resident bushbuck, elephants, leopards, and giant forest hogs

• Four viewing decks and an underground bunker

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🦓 2. Aberdare Country Club

• Gateway lodge to the park; offers lodge transfer to The Ark

• Cottages set on scenic hills with Mt. Kenya views

• Resident wildlife like giraffes, zebras, and peacocks

• Golf, spa, horse riding, and nature walks

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Great for starting or ending Safaris from Nairobi.

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🛖 3. Treetops Lodge (Temporarily closed / check availability)

• Historical lodge where Queen Elizabeth became monarch in 1952

• Overlooks a salt lick and waterhole

• Intimate forest setting and night game viewing

🔗 Treetops Lodge History – Magical Kenya

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🌳 Why Choose Aberdare Lodges?

• Unique forest and mountain wildlife not seen in savannahs

• Excellent night game viewing at lodges

• Proximity to Chania Falls, Karuru Falls, and moorland plateaus

• Cooler climate – perfect for those avoiding heat

• Easy access from Nairobi (3–4 hour drive or airstrip nearby)

We highlight Aberdare experiences in our Kenya National Parks guide.

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🗓️ Sample 3-Day Itinerary – Aberdare Lodge Safari

Day 1: Nairobi – Aberdare Country Club – The Ark
Drive from Nairobi. Lunch at Aberdare Country Club. Afternoon transfer to The Ark for overnight wildlife viewing.

Day 2: Game Drive + Waterfall Trails
Explore Aberdare National Park: search for bongos, bush pigs, elephants, and baboons. Visit scenic spots like Magura Falls.

Day 3: Optional Solio Ranch Visit or Return to Nairobi
After breakfast, enjoy a short trip to Solio Game Reserve (rhinos and plains game) or transfer back to Nairobi.

Perfect for inclusion in our Kenya Air Safaris or Safaris from Mombasa.