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AberdareNational Park

A misty mountain range in central Kenya covered in bamboo forest and moorland. The Aberdares are famous for their tree hotels — lodges built overlooking waterholes where elephants,…

Best Time to VisitJanuary to March (warmest and driest); avoid April-June heavy rains

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Last updated: August 4, 2026

Overview

Aberdare National Park

A misty mountain range in central Kenya covered in bamboo forest and moorland. The Aberdares are famous for their tree hotels — lodges built overlooking waterholes where elephants, buffalo, and rare bongo antelope come to drink at night.

Park Highlights

01Tree hotels (The Ark, Treetops) — watch wildlife come to you

02Rare bongo antelope — one of Kenya's most elusive animals

03Karuru Falls — one of the highest waterfalls in Africa

04Princess Elizabeth became Queen at Treetops in 1952

05Pristine bamboo and hagenia forest

06Excellent trout fishing streams

Best Time to Visit

January to March (warmest and driest); avoid April-June heavy rains

Climate

Cool and wet highland, 5-20°C, frequent rain and mist

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