1 Day Fishing Tour Aberdare National Park

1 Day Fishing Tour Aberdare National Park is an action-packed day safari for trout fishing in the rivers of Aberdare National Park located on the moorland. The tour begins and ends in Nairobi. Spend the day in the African bush trout fishing on some moorland rivers and watching other wild animals and birds in the Aberdare National Park.

The park is also home to the other Big Five animals of Africa, namely rhino, buffalo, lion, and leopard. Other large animals that are regularly spotted include zebras, waterbuck, eland, bushbuck, and the rare Bongo Antelope. Aberdare National Park covers an area of 767 square km and is located in the Central Highlands of Kenya west of mountain Kenya and about 180 km from Nairobi.

Enjoy the majestic views of the mountain ranges on your Aberdare fishing day trip. View the moss-draped trees of Aberdare forest on your amazing fishing day trip. Go fly fishing on some moorland rivers to catch and release rainbow trout fish on a 1-day fishing trip out of Nairobi.

The rivers are an ideal habitat for Ova, Brown, and Rainbow trout, providing a fantastic opportunity to fish in crystal clear mountain tributaries running through pristine forests. The trout found in these streams are not indigenous to Kenya, and their origins trace back to Lock Leven in Scotland, where they were first imported into Kenya in 1905.

The Aberdare is the main water tower of Kenya. Two of the main rivers of Kenya start from the Aberdare, namely the Athi and Tana Rivers. The Aberdare mountains have streams on the moorland with clear cool waters where trout is plentiful. The Aberdare ranges offer some of the most dramatic waterfalls. The highest waterfall in Kenya is the Karuru Falls which is found in Aberdare National Park.

Other falls include Gura, Chania, and Thompson Falls. The moorland rivers in Aberdare National Park form a great opportunity for fly-fishing for trout.

The moorland rivers were stocked with trout in the 1940s by the British settlers and the populations of brown trout have thrived since. Stocks are however low and a catch of 3 -5 fish is considered good.

1-Day Fishing Tour Aberdare National Park Itinerary

0600 Hours: Our 1 Day Fishing Tour Aberdare National Park departs with a pick-up from your Nairobi hotel/ residence for Aberdare National Park.

0900 Hours: Gate formalities and entry into the Aberdeen National Park. View the majestic green forest with moss-covered trees dripping with morning dew. It is a wet and cool scene as you drive up to the moorland.

930 Hours: Arrive at the Chania streams and try fishing with the rods provided. It helps to come with your fishing gear due to personal preferences. (recommended to carry own fishing gear). Below the thundering Chania river falls marveling at the scenic views.

1000 Hours: Visit the Gura River and fish below the fall and cave.

1130 Hours: Visit the Karuru Falls viewpoint and fish for more trout as you see the majestic multi-step falls from the opposite cliff. It’s a very scenic view from here watching the deep gorge below and the waterfalls falling into the abyss under your feet.

1300 Hours: Enjoy a packed picnic lunch by the river as you watch the moorland glades.

1400 Hours: Continue fishing for trout in some of the other smaller rivers of the Aberdares.

1500 Hours: Depart from the park with an en-route game drive.

1600 Hours: Exit from Mutubio gate and drive back to Nairobi city.

1900 Hours: Back in the city, you can choose to be dropped off at one of Nairobi’s excellent restaurants or your accommodation in the early evening, bringing your action-packed day safari to a close.

1 Day Fishing Tour Aberdare National Park is a fly-fishing trip in the rivers of Aberdare National Park located on the moorland. Aberdare National Park covers an area of 767 square km and is located in the Central Highlands of Kenya west of mountain Kenya and about 180 km from Nairobi.

Only fly fishing is allowed in Kenyan parks and you will only have your fishing rod and lures. The Aberdare National Park was created in 1950 to protect the forested slopes and moors of the Aberdare Mountains. Animals easily observed in the Aberdare National Park include the lion, leopard, baboon, black and white Colobus, and sykes monkey.

Rarer sightings include those of the Golden Cat and the Bongo – an elusive forest antelope that lives in the bamboo forest. The park has main 3 rivers for fishing that also create magnificent waterfalls. These are Karura falls, Chania falls and Gura falls.

The rivers are an ideal habitat for Ova, Brown, and Rainbow trout, providing a fantastic opportunity to fish in crystal clear mountain tributaries running through pristine forests. The trout found in these streams are not indigenous to Kenya and trace their origins back to Lock Leven in Scotland, from where they were first imported into Kenya in 1905.

Today the waters of the Aberdares, Mt Kenya, and Cherangani Hills are restocked with fingerlings. The best fishing areas are generally found above the 2,000m level. It generally goes that the higher the altitude the smaller the fish. The beautiful mountain scenery, rivers, and picturesque waterfalls make the park a wonderful tourist destination.

So, come and enjoy one of the best fishing and walking experiences that Aberdare has to offer.

Requirement: You need to bring along the basic fly fishing equipment which includes: A fly rod, a fly reel, a few flies, and a Fly fishing line, which consists of backing, a fly line, a leader, and a tippet.

A few other accessories we highly recommend, that will make your fly fishing adventures far more enjoyable: Fly Fishing Net, Polarizing sunglasses, Fly Fishing Vest, and Waders.

1 Day Fishing Tour Aberdare National Park from Nairobi Includes:

Park entry fees + Fishing license fee + Picnic Lunch Boxes + Extensive game viewing drive + Kenya Wildlife Service Security/ Guide + Services of our professional driver guide + A bottle of water while on the day trip safari &  Return road transport from Nairobi to Aberdare National Park and back in our customized safari vehicle with pop up roof for game viewing

Notes

* Please remember to a take bottle of drinking water, binoculars, a camera, a hat, sunglasses, guidebooks, and maps

1 Day Fishing Tour Aberdare National Park from Nairobi Excludes:

* Tips or gratuities
* Drinks, Extra Meals
* Visa and any related fees
* Medical cover & travel personal insurance
* Any other item not mentioned in the inclusive
* Cost of using Fly rods/ Fishing lines (per line per day)
* Basic Fly Fishing Equipment which includes: A fly rod,  a fly reel, a few flies, and a Fly fishing line, which consists of backing, a fly line, a leader, and a tippet

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