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Aberdare national park is a remarkable Kenya safari destination and a great scenic destination found in central Kenya – East of the East African Rift Valley, the park covers an area of 776 square kilometers and forms part of the Aberdare Mountain from which the park gets its name.
In contrast to many national parks, the Aberdare National Park is covered by thick mountain rainforest and bamboo forests. Most of the park’s big game lives in these woodlands. The dense vegetation can sometimes make the sighting of animals a bit more difficult, but all the more exciting when an elephant or buffalo suddenly emerges from the thicket.
This park's animals include elephants, buffaloes, black rhinos, leopards, baboons, and other primates. Less common are lions and, in particular, the very shy bongo antelope, which lives in the dense bamboo forest. The big cats in the area are usually very dark, a unique feature compared to other regions in Kenya. Thus, you might even see a completely black leopard with some luck. Animals such as the large eland antelope and the small servile cat live in the higher moorlands. The Aberdare National Park is also a paradise for bird lovers as it is home to more than 250 bird species. Besides the rare Aberdare fan-tailed warbler, you can also find sparrows, eagles, and hawks.