ComfortThe ArkForest lodge built over a floodlit waterhole, for watching animals at night.
Safari2 days / 1 nightPrivate 4x4 Land Cruiser, pop-up roof
Aberdare Safari
Misty mountain ranges, dense forests, dramatic waterfalls and rare wildlife you won’t easily find elsewhere.
Highlights
- The endangered mountain bongo
- Karuru Falls
- Elevated viewing lodges
- Cool, misty highland forest
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 days / 1 night
- Starts / ends
- Nairobi
- Vehicle
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser, pop-up roof
- Private or shared
- Private
- Best time
- June – September and December – February
- Park fees
- Included in your quote
Day by day
- Day 1Nairobi to the AberdaresNorth from Nairobi into the central highlands for lunch, then up into the forest. The evening is spent at the lodge watching elephants, buffalo and forest antelope come to the floodlit waterhole.Overnight: The ArkMeals: L · D
- Day 2Aberdares to NairobiBreakfast with a view of the waterhole, then the drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon.Overnight: Not includedMeals: B
Where you'll stay
Choose the comfort level that suits your budget. The itinerary stays the same.
Price
From$520
Starting price per person sharing. Every trip is quoted for your group, your dates and the stays you choose.
Request a quoteWhat changes your price
- How many of you travelSharing the vehicle and rooms brings the price per person down.
- When you travelLodges and the Masai Mara charge more in the high season.
- Where you stayBudget camps, comfortable lodges or luxury camps.
- How many daysEvery extra day adds a night, meals, game drives and park fees.
- Where you livePark fees differ for visitors from abroad, Kenya residents and East African citizens.
- Where we pick you upNairobi, Mombasa, Diani, your hotel or the airport.
Included
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or the airport
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation at your chosen comfort level
- Meals as shown in the itinerary
- All game drives in the itinerary
- Park entry fees, quoted for your residency
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for your guide and lodge staff
- Optional activities such as balloon flights and village visits
Good to know
Absolutely. You can choose your destinations, duration, activities and accommodation level to match your preferences.
Request a quote for this safari
Free and with no obligation. Harrison will reply with a personalised quote.


