Aberdares

Queen’s Cave Waterfall in the Aberdares holds a special historical significance, as Queen Elizabeth II visited the site in 1953 while she was still Princess Elizabeth. The cave was formed through retrograde erosion, where the river carved away a layer of soft volcanic tufa at the base of the Magura Waterfall. Visitors can walk inside the cave on the right-hand side, offering a unique view of this stunning natural feature. The waterfall itself is both spectacular and picturesque, making it a must-see destination.

The Aberdares mountain range is a part of the Rift Valley in Kenya. The Karuru waterfall is located on the eastern side of the range and is fed by the Nyamindi River. The waterfall drops over a series of cliffs to form a pool below. The falls are a popular tourist destination and are said to be one of the most beautiful in Africa. The waterfall drops from a height of 246 metres and is surrounded by lush vegetation. It is possible to walk to the bottom of the falls, and visitors often enjoy swimming in the pool at the base of the falls.

The Aberdares are a mountain range in central Kenya that run parallel to the Great Rift Valley. Within the Aberdares is a series of waterfalls, including Thompson’s Falls, Kamae Falls, and Nyangena Falls. The waterfalls are located in the highlands and moorlands of the range and are surrounded by lush forest. The falls are a popular tourist destination and offer visitors stunning views and a chance to experience nature at its best.

Hyenas are a common sight in the Aberdares Mountains of central Kenya. They are well-adapted to the cold, wet climate and can be found throughout the forested areas of the mountain range.
The spotted hyena is the most common species in the area, and they can be easily recognized by their characteristic black and white fur. Hyenas are scavengers, and will eat anything they can find – including carrion, insects, small mammals, and even other animals’ young.

Despite their reputation as fierce predators, hyenas are actually very shy creatures that will usually only attack if they feel threatened. They are also known for their unusual vocalizations, which include high-pitched laughs and screams.

The Aberdares National Park, located in central Kenya, is a beautiful and mountainous park that is home to a variety of animals, including elephants, lions, and leopards. The park is also famous for its beautiful waterfalls and rivers, which provide excellent fishing opportunities. The most popular spot for fishing in the park is the Nyahururu River, which flows through the heart of the park and offers some of the best trout fishing in Africa. There are also several small fishing huts located along the river that provide a great place to relax and enjoy the scenery.

The Aberdares mountain range in central Kenya is home to numerous caves behind waterfalls. One of the most popular is the cave behind Thomson’s Falls, which can be reached via a hiking trail from the town of Nyeri. The cave is large and has a pool of water at the bottom, making it a popular swimming spot. 

Other caves in the area include Lamb’s Cave and Kamae Cave. Lamb’s Cave can be reached by climbing up a waterfall, while Kamae Cave is located at the top of a cliff and can only be accessed with ropes and climbing gear. Both caves are noted for their impressive stalactites and stalagmites. 

The Aberdares mountain range is also home to several animal sanctuaries, including the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage and The Ark Animal Sanctuary.

On the way to the peak of Ol Donyo Lesatima (3,999m), you will pass what is called the dragon’s teeth (situated in the Aberdares moorlands). The Dragons teeth are visible from far away when approaching the Aberdares mountain range. Although on our trip, we had mixed weather with sun and dramatic clouds, in the picture, it is the dramatic clouds that dominate the view. The Aberdares mountain range in Kenya is known for its unusual rock formations, including the Dragons teeth. These are a series of tall, jagged rocks that resemble the teeth of a dragon. They are located near the peak of the range, and can be seen from a distance. The Dragons teeth are a popular tourist attraction, and are often photographed by visitors to the area.

Driving up to the moorlands in the Aberdares park you get a chance to see some of the fantastic waterfalls that the park has to offer. Chania Falls is one of them. The Aberdares are a mountain range in central Kenya that run for about 200 km. They form a natural barrier between the highlands and the Rift Valley. The Aberdares are an important water catchment area and are well known for their spectacular Chania Falls. The falls cascade down a sheer cliff face for over 50 m and are one of the most impressive sights in Kenya.

Coming back from a taxing hike in the Aberdares rainforest we got a beautiful evening view of tea plantations in Tuthu.

One of the most famous 4WD rallies, the Kenyan Rhino Charge attracts entrants from all over the world. The Rhino Charge is the main contributor to the fence building around Kenya’s water towers thereby protecting critical habitat and water supplies for generations to come. Rhino chargers drive their vehicles through tough terrain in order to raise money for charity. The event takes place every year in June, and it raises millions for conservation projects around Kenya. Here a old Toyota Land Cruiser 40-series is navigating a dry river bed.

Around 3800 meters altitude after a long climb up elephant hill. Beautiful view down from the moorlands of the Aberdares mountain range. The Aberdares mountain range is located in central Kenya and is part of the Eastern Rift Valley. The Aberdares mountain range is made up of a series of forested hills and highlands that rise to an altitude of 4,000 meters. The Aberdare National Park is located in the foothills of the Aberdares mountain range and is home to a variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, and rhinos. The Aberdare mountain range receives plenty of rainfall and has many swamps and bogs. The climate is unpredictable and can change quickly from sunny skies to rainstorms.

Was on Longonot for a training session and I could clearly see Elephant Hill in the Aberdare Range that I climbed the week before. 3906 meters

Inside the dense bamboo forest following a Elephant trail we encountered few hours old elephant excrement and plenty of deep foot print. On the muddy stretches it appeared that a large group of elephants had passed a few hours earlier.

The Aberdares are a mountain chain in the Kenyan Rift Valley covered in dense forest on the lower altitudes. Here you will find a rich variety of wildlife including mountain elephant, leopards, buffalo, baboon. The dense forest and extremely steep mountains makes hiking/climbing an difficult endeavor. Elephant tracks are everywhere although it is difficult to actually spot the animals inside the forest.