Enjoy a 2-day, 1-night safari to Aberdare National Park, featuring a delicious lunch at Aberdare Country Club and an unforgettable overnight stay at The Ark Lodge. Experience spectacular wildlife viewing as elephants, buffaloes, and other animals gather at the waterhole, before returning to Nairobi the following day.
Aberdare National Park, Overnight Safari at The Ark Lodge
Enjoy a two-day, one-night safari from Nairobi to Aberdare National Park, combining scenic countryside, a relaxing lunch at Aberdare Country Club and an unforgettable overnight stay at The Ark Lodge. This Aberdare safari package offers a unique opportunity to watch wild animals gathering at a waterhole from the comfort of a tree lodge, before returning to Nairobi the following day.
What to expect on your Aberdare safari
This two-day Aberdare safari is ideal for travellers looking for a short wildlife getaway from Nairobi. The experience combines a comfortable lodge stay, meals and wildlife viewing in the beautiful Aberdare region.
Montane forest below the moorland
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night Departure: Nairobi Destination: Aberdare National Park, Kenya Accommodation: The Ark Lodge Meals included: Lunch and dinner on Day 1, breakfast on Day 2
Your Aberdare safari itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Aberdare National Park
The floodlit waterhole below a tree lodge
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or your city hotel in Nairobi. Travel towards the Aberdare region in central Kenya, arriving in time for lunch at Aberdare Country Club.
After lunch, transfer to The Ark Lodge, a unique tree lodge known for its wildlife-viewing decks overlooking a waterhole. Spend the afternoon and evening watching animals visit the waterhole, with opportunities to observe wildlife from the lodge. Dinner and overnight accommodation are at The Ark Lodge.
Waterfalls dropping off the plateau edge
Meals included: Lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Aberdare National Park to Nairobi
Black-and-white colobus in the canopy
Wake up to breakfast at The Ark Lodge before checking out. Transfer back to Aberdare Country Club, where you will rejoin your driver-guide for the return journey to Nairobi.
You will be dropped off at your city hotel or the airport, bringing your short Aberdare safari to an end.
The mountain bongo, critically endangered
Meals included: Breakfast.
The wildlife-viewing experience
One of the highlights of this safari is the opportunity to observe wildlife visiting the waterhole from The Ark Lodge's viewing decks. Rather than spending the entire experience travelling through the park, guests can relax at the lodge and watch animals as they come to drink.
Tea on the farmland below the fence line
Wildlife sightings vary depending on the season and animal movements, making each visit a unique experience.
Your overnight stay at The Ark Lodge
The Ark Lodge offers a distinctive tree-lodge experience in the Aberdare region, with viewing areas designed for observing wildlife around the waterhole. It provides a memorable setting for travellers who want to combine a comfortable overnight stay with close-up wildlife observation.
When to go
Montane forest below the moorland
Aberdare National Park can be visited throughout the year. Weather conditions in the Aberdare highlands can be cool and wet, so warm clothing and a waterproof jacket are useful. Wildlife sightings depend on weather, season and animal movements.
Extend your Kenya safari
Looking for a longer Kenyan adventure? Combine your Aberdare overnight safari with a visit to the Masai Mara for iconic savannah wildlife, Amboseli National Park for elephants and views of Mount Kilimanjaro, or Diani Beach for a relaxing coastal escape.
The floodlit waterhole below a tree lodge
Our team can help you plan a combined itinerary that brings together wildlife, scenery and relaxation.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Aberdare safari?
The safari lasts two days and one night, departing from Nairobi and returning the following day.
Where will I stay during the safari?
Waterfalls dropping off the plateau edge
You will spend one night at The Ark Lodge, known for its viewing decks overlooking a wildlife waterhole.
Which meals are included?
Lunch and dinner are included on the first day, followed by breakfast on the second day.
Is transport from Nairobi included?
Black-and-white colobus in the canopy
The itinerary includes pick-up from your Nairobi airport or city hotel and return drop-off at your hotel or the airport. Confirm the final package price and transport arrangements when booking.
Will I see animals during my stay at The Ark Lodge?
The lodge offers opportunities to watch wildlife visiting the waterhole. However, sightings cannot be guaranteed because animals move freely in their natural environment.
How can I book the Aberdare safari?
The mountain bongo, critically endangered
Contact our team with your preferred travel dates and number of travellers. We can confirm availability, accommodation arrangements and the final package price before you book.
Day by day
2 days · 1 night · lunch, dinner, breakfast included
Nairobi to Aberdare – Wildlife & Overnight Tree Lodge Experience
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or the airport, followed by a scenic drive to the Aberdare region. Enjoy lunch at Aberdare Country Club before transferring to The Ark Lodge, where you can relax and watch elephants, buffaloes and other wildlife visiting the waterhole from the lodge's viewing decks. End your day with dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the beautiful forest scenery of the Aberdares.
Scenic drive from Nairobi through the beautiful Kenyan countryside.
Lunch at Aberdare Country Club in a peaceful countryside setting.
Transfer to The Ark Lodge, a unique tree-lodge experience in the Aberdare region.
Wildlife viewing at the waterhole, with opportunities to spot elephants, buffaloes and other animals.
Wildlife photography from the lodge's viewing decks.
Dinner and overnight stay at The Ark Lodge, surrounded by forest scenery.
Lunch, Dinner
The Ark Lodge, Aberdare National Park, Kenya
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Day 2 · The Ark Lodge, Aberdare Country Club, and Nairobi, Kenya
Aberdare to Nairobi – Breakfast & Scenic Return Journey
Begin your morning with breakfast at The Ark Lodge, enjoying the peaceful forest surroundings before checking out. Transfer back to Aberdare Country Club, where you will rejoin your driver-guide for the scenic journey to Nairobi. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your city hotel or the airport, marking the end of your memorable two-day Aberdare safari.
Breakfast at The Ark Lodge in the beautiful Aberdare forest setting.
Morning wildlife viewing at the lodge's waterhole.
Scenic transfer to Aberdare Country Club to rejoin your driver-guide.
Picturesque drive back to Nairobi through the Kenyan countryside.
Convenient drop-off at your Nairobi city hotel or the airport.
Breakfast
Aberdare
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