Wajee Valley Nature Park Day Trip

Wajee Nature Park is a bird conservancy and 10-hectare forested sanctuary located in Mukurwe-ini, Nyeri County, approximately 124 km to 160 km north of Nairobi. It is most famous as one of the few places to spot the rare and endemic Hinde’s Babbler. 

The park is typically open daily from 0800 Hours to 1800 Hours for day visitors.

By Car: Drive from Nairobi via the A2 highway (Thika Road) through Karatina. Branch off at Gatitu toward Mukurwe-ini town; the park is about 5 km from the town. The drive takes roughly 2.5 to 4 hours, depending on traffic.

Wajee Nature Park Day Trip Activities

✓ Other Wildlife: Keep an eye out for side-striped jackals, mongooses, bush babies, and vervet monkeys
✓ Cultural History: Visit a replica of a traditional Kikuyu homestead to learn about local culture and history
✓ Picnicking & Relaxation: Several picnic sites and “retreat points” are scattered throughout the park for quiet contemplation
✓ Nature Trails: Three trails totaling 4.5 kilometers wind through untouched indigenous forest, featuring diverse flora and trees over 70 years old
✓ Bird Watching: Home to over 126 local species, including the African Wood Owl, Sunbirds, and Turacos. Morning visits are highly recommended for the best sightings

Essential Travel Tips

✓ Strict Rules: Smoking and alcohol are prohibited within the park
✓ What to Pack: Bring binoculars, a camera with a zoom lens, and comfortable hiking boots (trails can be slippery during rain)
✓ Dining: Meals can be enjoyed at the on-site restaurant (Weru Wa Jjaraba), but should be ordered in advance for better service
✓ Best Time to Visit: Arrive by 0730 Hours or 0800 Hours for the best bird-watching experience, as birds are most active at dawn

Wajee Valley Nature Park Day Trip is an excursion from Nairobi to Wajee Nature Park (a bird conservancy and nature park) located in Nyeri.

This private park is situated in Mukuruwe-ini in Central Kenya. It is set amidst the spectacular country between Mount Kenya and the Aberdares and lies 160 Kilometers north of Nairobi.

Coming from Karatina town towards Nyeri, after 2 km branch left towards Mukurwe-ini town. The park is 5 km from Mukurwe-ini.

The park covers 10 hectares of unspoilt natural forest is home to two rare species: the Hindes Babbler and the side-striped jackal. Wajee Valley Nature Park Day Trip focuses mainly on bird watching activities in the park.

One can also go there to relax, take leisure walks and enjoy the nature trails and also have meals at picnic sites inside the park. With the trail naturalist or on your own, you can explore the nature trail and its tunnels and enjoy the local flora and fauna.

Animals you can expect to see include genet cats, mongooses, bush babies, vervet monkeys and squirrels. You may also be lucky to see the side-striped jackal.

Wajee Nature Park is adorned with an array of flora and fauna. It is perfect for bird lovers, as it is home to many rare forest birds. An incredible 126 local species have been recorded in the park so you can expect to spot quite a few bird species during a visit.

The main species is the Hinde’s Babbler, which is endemic to the Mt. Kenya Region and is listed as threatened due to the encroachment of its lower Mt. Kenya Forest habitat.

Other interesting birds include the African Wood Owl. The 108 species recorded here are mainly forest birds. During the winter in the North, the Park becomes an attraction for migrants including Black Caps and Eurasia Bee Eater.

One of the numerous attractions at Wajee Nature Park is a replica of a traditional Kikuyu homestead.

Wajee Valley Nature Park Day Trip Rates Include:

✓ Picnic lunch
✓ Bottle water while on Safari
✓ Professional English-speaking guides
✓ Park Entry fees at Wajee Valley Nature Park
✓ Pick up from your hotel in Nairobi and drop-off to your hotel

Notes

* Bottled water (carry enough bottled water, especially during hot days)
* Pair of binoculars (Binoculars come in handy, especially during bird watching)
* Camera (Photograph the amazing scenery as well as the wildlife that Wajee Nature Park has to offer)
* Flashlight (a flashlight will provide enough light for early morning nature walks or nature walks late in the evening)

Wajee Valley Nature Park Day Trip Rates Do Not Include:

* Drinks
* Tips or gratuity
* Travelers Insurance
* Communication charges
* Minimum of two persons required
* Visas, international airfares, and airport taxes; meals
* Sightseeing not included in the package; optional activities
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)

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