Introducing Aberdare National Park
This park (061-2055024; adult/child US$30/10, smartcard required) protects a striking stretch of moorland, peaks and forest atop the western Kinangop Plateau, and the eastern outcrop of dense rainforest, known as the Salient. Wildlife sightings are dominated by elephants and buffaloes, but black rhinos, giant forest hogs, black servals and rare black leopards are also sometimes seen.
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Public camp sites and the following accommodation options must be booked through park headquarters. One of the most famous hotels in Kenya, Treetops (020-4452095; www.aberdaresafarihotels.com; s/d US$198/250) has long been trading on its reputation, although its weathered exterior belies a certain charm. Ark (020-216940; www.fairmont.com; full board s/tw US$210/300) is a modern, upscale version of Treetops, with a fantastic floodlit waterhole that attracts a wider array of animals.
Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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RE: safari with no pre-booking
by katonatours 01 May 2011
From your hostel/hotel, you can organize your safari, just arrange transportation to the park. In all parks, there are game rangers that…
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Group or Private safaris
by allyramsay 18 November 2010
Hi there, I'm really sorry to post yet another question about safari companies, but does anyone have experience of Game-Viewers? They…
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WRONG choice of operator in Kenya - Safe Ride
by travelaroundworld 13 September 2010
Before going to Kenya, we did a lot of research in order to find a professional/reliable agent, e.g. reviewed comments from tripadvisor.…
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