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The Aberdare National park
Majestic peaks, Moorlands and falls
Encircled by the wild and beautiful moorlands of the third highest mountain range in Kenya, this atmospheric park offers a mist-wreathed realm where elephants roam through lichen-hung forests, spectacular waterfalls plunge into churning pools, and trout-filled streams cascade through missy dells. A haven for anglers, walkers and lovers of solitude alike, it also offers matchless views of the glittering coronet of mount Kenya and the sparkling lakes of the Great Rift Valley. Where to stay
* Lodges * The Ark, a unique day and night game-viewing lodge modeled on Noah’s Ark. * The Aberdare country club, the access point for The Ark and an elegant country house hotel offering luxury accommodation and extensive facilities. * Treetop, the world famous tree-house lodge, The Outspan hotel, the access point for treetop and a luxurious colonial-style hotel offering extensive facilities.
Self-catering accommodation
* Kiandongoro fishing lodges comprises of 2 large stone-built, 3 bedroom cottages each offering: fully equipped kitchen (with gas stove and crockery), furnished sitting and dining area with log fire, veranda, 2 double bedrooms (en suit with double bed and single bed) and 1 single bedroom. There is a caretaker and bedding, towels, kerosene lamps and hot water are provided. * Sapper Hut(West of the fishing Lodge), a basic wooden cabin offering: one bedroom(2 beds and mattresses only),sitting and dining are, log burning stove, veranda, pit latrine and wash hut. Visitors are supposed to carry their cooking equipments. * Tusk Camp, a forest camp offering: 4 sleeping cabins (2 single beds each), ‘mess’ cabin with log fire and veranda, kitchen with wood burning stove (optional gas stove, cooking utensils and crockery are available) beddings, towels and bathroom. There is a caretaker and kerosene lamps are provided. 
Camping
Public campsites include: Reedbuck- offering communal mess hut, pit latrine and showers. Ruhuruini-pit latrine. Wandaris-ni facilities. Shamata-no facilities. A selection of ‘special’ campsites are available and must be booked in advance on an exclusive use basis
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