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Aberdare National
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The
70 km long
Aberdare Range is a narrow massif stretching from north
to south with its southern end just 80 km
north of Nairobi. The moorlands comprise undulating hills,
bogs, clear mountain streams,
numerous waterfalls and magnificent views occuring between
the highest peaks of the Aberdare mountain range: Oldonyo
Lesatima [ 4001m ] to the north and Kinangop [ 3906 ] to
the south. The park is known for its torrential waterfalls
plunging from cloud shrouded heights to spray filled ravines.
The Aberdare has over 2000 elephant that roam the clouded
hills and misty glades, the elusive rare Bongo, black rhino,
Cape buffalo plus various other animals. There are over
290 bird species recorded in the Aberdare. |
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Fact
File on Aberdare National Park: |
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| Area
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767
sq km
Altitude:
1,829
- 4,001m above sea level. |
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Access
from Nairobi : Road : 180kms |
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Location
: In
the Rift Valley Province, North West of |
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Animals
: Elephants,
rhino, Cape buffalo, baboon, leopard, spotted hyena. |
| Vegetation
: Bamboo
and mountane woodlands (mountain vegetation)
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| Birds
: Over 290
species of birds |
| Facilities
: Several
lodges and campsites. |
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Attractions:
Beautiful
wild moorlands, spectacular waterfalls and a variety of wildlife |
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Climate: Cool
and misty with year round rains. |
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2
Day Aberdare Safari
Aberdare is a highland forest park known for its montane
vegetation, scenic views, game and waterfalls. Spend a night
at the Aberdare Country Club nestling on the slopes of Mweiga
Hill, just a three hour drive from Nairobi. The club's wildlife
sanctuary abounds with thompson and grant's Gazelle, zebra,
giraffe and leopard.
Click here for more
information on the 2 Day Aberdare Safari. |
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