Once the private homestead of an English couple, Aberdare Country Club retains the charm of a country home rather than a standard safari lodge, manicured gardens, a 9-hole golf course, and cottage-style accommodation set inside a private wildlife sanctuary where zebra and antelope wander freely across the grounds. Guests regularly mention views of Mount Kenya on clear days, along with genuinely warm touches like hot water bottles brought to the room each evening.
Cottages come with two bedrooms as standard, with larger three and five bedroom options for families or groups, each with a fireplace and WiFi, and some wheelchair accessible. The property also serves as the arrival point for guests heading on to The Ark, so a stay here often bookends a night of waterhole viewing rather than standing entirely on its own.
What to Expect
On-site wildlife and grounds. Zebra and antelope visit the gardens directly, no game drive required to see wildlife here.
Dining. Dinner served in an impressive mahogany dining room, with sundowners on the terrace beforehand.
Facilities. A 9-hole golf course, outdoor pool, tennis courts, and a health club, a genuinely different amenity set from a typical safari lodge.
Good for. Families and groups wanting spacious cottage accommodation, and anyone booked into The Ark, since this is the arrival point before transfer.
Good to Know
- This is the base hotel for a stay at The Ark, guests transfer from here into the park by the lodge’s own vehicles
- Larger cottages (three and five bedroom) are available for families or groups, worth requesting specifically
- On clear days, Mount Kenya is visible from the property, worth mentioning to guests as a bonus rather than a guarantee
Book This Lodge as Part of Your Safari
We include Aberdare Country Club as an option in your Aberdare itinerary, often paired with a night at The Ark. Tell us your dates and we’ll confirm availability and pricing.