Things to do in Aberdare National Park

Things to do in Aberdare National Park: Aberdare National Park is renowned as the home of a wide number of rhinos and bird species, and a famous place where in 1952, Elizabeth 11 became Queen after the death of her father, King George VI, whilst staying at the Treetops Hotel. The park was established in 1950 with an aim of conserving and protecting the Aberdare Mountains. More so, it’s located 160km from Nairobi, covering a 2 to 3-hour drive to access the park.

There are several fascinating things to do or activities in Aberdare National Park, including horseback riding, golf , bird watching, Sundowner, Champaigne breakfast, nature walks, Bush culinary experience, Hiking, Safari Drive, Solio Game Reserve, Aberdare Game Sanctuary, Chimpanzee Trekking, Tennis among others.

Horseback riding

How pretty, riding a horseback within a beautiful sanctuary teeming with wildlife? This is an excellent game adventure for any romantic or nature lover. Our professional guides are available on the ground to take you for a memorable experience. All levels of rider’s welcome.

Golf

There is a 9-hole Golf course within the Game Sanctuary. So, guests who are interested in golf experience, can carry their own clubs of hire them from the club. The unique thing about the golf course, you can also enjoy watching wildlife that winder on the course to forage for food.

Birdwatching

This is one of the best done activity here – guests can search for birds on walk within the Game Sanctuary .You can do it with a skilled guide, who will inform you about the Plethora of birds. The most sought bird here are sunbird and other seven species which include; Golden-winged sunbird, Tacazze Sunbird, Emerald green, Malachite sunbird, Double collared sunbird among others.

Sundowner

Truly this is an astonishing savanna experience, where most of tourist like doing it, because it involves enjoying a cocktail in the amidst of the wildness while having great views of the Aberdare Ranges, MT Kenya and of the Solio Ranch from the Kamatongu Hill.

Nature walks

This activity is quite rewarding, that take places within the Aberdare Country Club Game Sanctuary, sits on an area of over 1300 acres, full of wildlife, flora and fauna species. Well, drives can be arranged to tourists who need assistance, upon request.

Chimpanzee Trekking

On safari to Aberdare National Park, can do chimpanzee trekking at OL Pajeta Conservancy in Nanyuki, takes between one and half- or two-hour drive. Upon arrival at the Ol Pajeta Conservancy, embark in search of some Chimpanzees. It is best done in the morning or afternoon hours.

Aberdare Game Sanctuary

This sanctuary covers 1,300 acre area that protects an abundance of wildlife. Guests can experience horse ride on the forested slopes and can be able to view zebras, a herd of Thompson’s gazelles, a sounder of warthogs and Rothschild giraffes ,the tallest creature on earth. Guess what, the club’s sanctuary is one of the few places in the world to watch these Rothschild giraffes. Can choose do guided walking safaris here.

Solio Game Reserve

Visit the Solio Reserve a home to both black and white rhinos and it is recognized as one of the most successful private rhino breeding reserves in Kenya. Wildlife to see during your visit include Zebra, Impala, Thomson gazella and Oryx other.

In the Aberdare National Park, can watch rarely equatorial forest elephants, leopards and antelopes. The Bongo can be seen hiding in the thickets and forest, leopards are easily seen here.

Bush breakfast

Tourists seeking a more personal experience with nature, they can be dinned in wilderness with a yummy bush breakfast, lunch or dinner. They have got skillful chefs who prepare mouthwatering surprises.

Safari drive

Travelers can engage in half or full day safari drive around the moorland in Aberdare National Park. Search the plain for a plethora of animal’s activity. Game drive to the Solio Sanctuary is quite rewarding. Guests are able to watch white and black Rhino, lion, leopard, cheetah, buffaloes, zebras and great number also to be spotted.

Accommodation Facilities in Aberdare National Park

Aberdare National Park is a protected area located in the Aberdare Mountain Range in central Kenya. The park has got well-established accommodations with perfect amenities, ranging from Budget, Midrange and Luxury; The Giraffe Ark Game Lodge, Rhino Watch Safari Lodge, Maverick Camp Rondavels and Homestay, The Ark Lodge, Aberdare Country Club, Treetop lodge, Outspan Hotel, among others.