Discover Aberdares National Park
East of the East African Rift Valley, Aberdares National Park stretches over various mountain peaks, waterfalls, and forests, encompassed with game animals easily spotted across the landscapes. The habitat demonstrates a picturesque destination, with everything you need from a safari excursion included in one National Park.
Whilst embarking on a safari across Aberdares National Park, expect to see a large number of elephants and the endangered black rhinos. Not only will you encounter these beautiful animals, but you will also come close to leopards, hyenas, baboons, colobus monkeys, and hundreds of birdlife.
Take the opportunity to view magnificent waterfalls, dense forests, and safari wildlife with one of Cheetah Safaris most famous destinations.
Aberdares National Park Entry Fees
Below is the Aberdares National Park Entrance fee:
| Citizen | Non-Resident |
| Adults KSH | Child KSH | Adults USD | Child USD |
| 800 | 500 | 70 | 40 |
How to Pay for Aberdares National Park Fees
How do you pay for Aberdares National Park Fees? To pay for Park Fees, you will have to visit the KWS E-Citizen Account, create an account, and select Aberdares National Park to pay for the park fees.
1. Download the e-Citizen mobile app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
2. Open the app and create an account or sign in if you already have an account.
3. Tap on the “Services” tab.
4. Scroll down and select “Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)”.
5. Select the park or sanctuary that you want to visit.
6. Enter the number of adults and children in your party.
7. Select the payment method.
You can pay using M-Pesa, Airtel Money, or a credit/debit card.
8. Review your payment details and tap on “Pay”.
You will receive a confirmation message once your payment is successful.
The transaction will be mirrored in the Kenya Wildlife Service system, facilitating the visitor’s entry to the park upon arrival at the entrance. On the day of the visit, ensure you have the ticket, and share it with the gate wardens for entry to the park.
Best Time to Visit Aberdares National Park
The months of March through May and October through December, known as the rainy season, are ideal for seeing a broad range of species. Because of the increased precipitation, the park’s woods and grasslands are at their most verdant and diverse at this time of year.
June through September is the dry season in the park, and it’s a great time to go on safari at that period. This time of year is ideal for wildlife watching because of how condensed the animal population is around water supplies due to the dry weather.
Low Season
1st April to June 15th and 15th Nov to 15th Dec
If you are looking for an intimate exclusive safari but affordable Kenya Safari, this is the best time to visit.
The best places to visit include the Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu, and Lake Nakuru among many others.
High Season
Jan 10th to 1st April and 1st Nov to 15th Dec
One of the most considered seasons to travel and visit East Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
Easy to spot the big five and the big cats of the Masai Mara, Amboseli, and Samburu other major parks.
Peak Season
15th June to 30th Oct, 15th Dec to 10th Jan
An action-filled season to witness the great wildebeest migration and crossings in Kenya is during this season.
In case you are looking for the best adventures, then this is the best fit for you
How to Get to Aberdares National Park
Our experienced tour guides take care of Navigation around the park. However, if you want to get prepared with your safari itinerary, we have provided the essential details on how to locate Aberdares National Park.
Aberdares is 150km from Kenya’s city, Nairobi.
Naivasha is 87km from Nairobi.
The park HQS is 15km from Nyeri town, along the Nyeri to Nyahururu road.
The park is accessible by road from Nyeri and Naro Moru. A road also crosses the park through the lower slopes to the Moorlands and connects with a road from Naivasha.
The nearest airstrip is the Mweiga Airstrip along the Nyeri to Nyahururu road, near Sasini Estate Farm.
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