This Kenya highlands birding safari spends extra time in the forests of Mount Kenya, the Aberdares and Kakamega, then adds Samburu and the Mara.
This Kenya highlands birding safari is for birders who love forest birds. It includes two nights at Castle Forest on Mount Kenya, a night at The Ark in the Aberdares and three nights in Kakamega, plus the dry north, the Rift Valley and the Masai Mara.
It is a great choice from January to March, when the weather is mostly dry and migrants are still present.
Why choose this Kenya highlands birding safari?
- Castle Forest: African wood owl, Hartlaub’s turaco and green ibis.
- The Aberdares: crowned eagle, Abyssinian crimsonwing and night-time mammals at The Ark.
- Samburu: three nights for Somali specials and vulturine guineafowl.
- Rift Valley lakes: Naivasha, Nakuru and Baringo.
- Kakamega and the Mara: rainforest birds and big cats.
Where you stay
Boulevard Hotel in Nairobi, Castle Forest Lodge, Samburu Sopa Lodge, Naro Moru River Lodge, The Ark, Elsamere at Lake Naivasha, Flamingo Hill Tented Camp at Nakuru, Soi Lodge, Rondo Retreat, Mara West Camp and Lake Naivasha Resort, or similar.
Best time for a Kenya highlands birding safari
January to March is ideal, with drier weather and migrants still around. The highlands can be cold at night, so pack warm layers.
Read our Kakamega Forest guide, see our Kenya safari packing list, or browse all birding safaris. Nature Kenya supports conservation in the Aberdares and Mount Kenya.
How much does the Kenya highlands birding safari cost?
Price on request. The cost depends on your travel dates, group size, the season and the lodges you choose, so we prepare every quote personally rather than showing one fixed price.
WhatsApp us on +254 706 223888, email [email protected] or send the enquiry form on this page, and we will share a detailed quote for your dates.
Highlights
- Two nights at Castle Forest on Mount Kenya
- A night at The Ark in the Aberdares
- Three nights in Samburu
- Three nights in Kakamega Forest
- Lake Naivasha boat trip and Kinangop grasslands on the last day
