Safari Lodge
    Aberdares National Park, Kenya
    2,731m
    PlnrScore 33

    Gikai Hill 2771 m

    Gikai Hill 2771 m is a camp near Aberdares National Park.

    Score
    33
    Species
    279

    Location

    Latitude

    -0.601141

    Longitude

    36.770992

    Elevation

    2,731m

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    Gikai Hill 2771 m in Aberdares National Park

    Activities

    camp

    Nearest Airport

    Marrian's Airport

    KE-6646
    23 km away

    Nearest International Airport

    Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    NBO
    103 km away

    279

    Total Species

    38

    Mammals

    104

    Birds

    Most Observed Species

    Southern Bushbuck
    37 obs
    Bush Duiker
    34 obs
    Jackson's Spurfowl
    26 obs
    African Buffalo
    23 obs
    Moorland Chat
    22 obs
    Helmeted Chameleon
    19 obs
    African Savanna Elephant
    15 obs
    Mantled Guereza
    15 obs
    Hunter's Cisticola
    12 obs
    Waterbuck
    12 obs
    More details
    MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
    High16.1°17.3°17°15.8°15.4°14.3°13.4°13.6°14.7°15.2°15°15.6°
    Low7.1°7.3°8°9.1°8.5°7.1°6.6°6.7°7°7.8°7.9°7.2°
    Rain
    107
    91
    113
    253
    250
    171
    174
    177
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    187
    158
    91
    Humidity78%75%80%88%89%89%91%89%87%85%88%84%
    Planning & reference

    Aberdare Country Club Sanctuary Conservancy

    A high-altitude park with dense forests, moorlands, and waterfalls, offering a different safari experience. It's famous for its tree hotels (The Ark and Treetops) where guests can view wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, and black rhinos, from their balconies.

    Borana Conservancy

    A private conservancy in Laikipia, dedicated to rhino conservation and offering luxurious, exclusive safaris. It's home to the Big Five and provides opportunities for horseback riding and walking safaris amidst stunning landscapes.

    Lewa Wildlife Conservancy

    A UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its successful rhino and Grevy's zebra conservation programs. This private conservancy offers an exclusive safari experience with excellent Big Five viewing, including wild dogs, and stunning views of Mount Kenya.

    Mount Kenya Wildlife Estate

    Encompassing Africa's second-highest mountain, this park offers spectacular alpine scenery and is a popular destination for trekkers and climbers. Wildlife includes elephants, buffalo, tree hyrax, and various antelope species in the lower slopes and forests.

    Ngare Ndare

    Ngare Ndare is a protected area in Kenya.

    Ol Pejeta Conservancy

    A leading conservancy known for its pioneering conservation work, including being the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa and home to the last two northern white rhinos. It also offers chimpanzee sanctuary visits and Big Five viewing.

    Rumuruti

    Rumuruti is a protected area in Kenya.

    Segera Conservancy

    Segera Conservancy is a protected area in Kenya.

    Solio Ranch and Conservancy

    Globally recognized as one of the most successful private rhino breeding sanctuaries in Kenya. It offers guaranteed sightings of both black and white rhinos, alongside other wildlife like buffalo, zebra, and various antelope species.

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