
Kimakai Tea Cottages
Kimakai Tea Cottages is a mid- range accommodation found on the banks of Kimakia River close to Tea Plantation on the southern tip of Aberdare National Park Kenya Region. The lodge is located in the Perfect base safari adventures and relaxation overlooking the Beautiful views of The tea plantation and Kimakai River for activities like; fishing , hiking, birding, cultural trips and forest exploration To Tourists and travellers . The cottages are set on 5 acres of the Tea farm landscape overlooking the River front. It takes approximately 3-4 hours’ drive from Nairobi city center and 50 minutes’ flight to the close Nanyuki airstrip then few minutes to be transferred to the lodge.
Kimakai Tea Cottages consists of 2spacious and comfortable cottages perfect for family / group where the large cottages accommodates 6 people and small cottage only 2 people overlooking the Tea Plantation and River that reflect African traditional building style with modern comfort. Cottages are well decorated and furnished with private en suite facilities with flushing toilets, 2 bathroom with hot and cold showers , mosquito nets, comfortable beds with clean beddings, spacious Kitchen , free toiletries, complimentary bottled water, white pillows and sheets, comfortable chairs , Bathrobes to mention But a few . The cottages have verandas, terraces and large sitting areas overlooking the stunning view of the distant Mountain Ranges, tea plantation and surrounding area. There is a log fire place where guests relax and share stories about the safari as they enjoy warmth during chilly nights. Rooms are in different categories and sizes with single beds for individuals, double /twin for sharing as well as family rooming options with different costs.
Kimakai tea cottages offer more services and facilities which include;
A restaurant that serves different meals both international and African- inspired meals that meets guests choice. Meals offered include; buffet breakfast, Picnic lunch and dinner both in and outdoor dinners served by well trained, friendly and organized staff. The camp offers bush breakfast enjoying the morning sunrises and bush dinners overlooking the stars in the sky.
A well -stocked bar with share lounge offering variety of drinks, local, cocktail, wines, spirits and international beers. You relax and sip the cocktail or monktail while overlooking the stunning view of the Aberdare Mountain ranges, tea plantation, river and surrounding areas.
Services include; solar energy available, free parking space available, offers airport pick -ups and drop-offs, Laundry and house -keeping services offered, Wellness and spa that rejuvenates your body and make your mind free are also offered.

WIFI Internet hotspot available in the cottage that enables visitors to keep in touch with their families and friends.
Activities to do while at the cottages include; Game viewing since the park is a habitat for more animals you a chance to spot wide range of wildebeest, natural walks in the forest, fishing ,visiting the local villages , climbing and hiking mountain ranges. Etc.
Aberdare national park is situated in the North of Nairobi in the southern end of Aberdare Mountain Ranges , on the Eastern Rim Of the Great Rift valley Between Nyeri and Nnaivasha . The park is 150km East of Nairobi, 87km from Naivasha in the central highlands of Kenya. The park covers the total area of 766 square kilometers and forms the part of Aberdare mountain ranges lying between the elevation of 2000 meters and 4000metres above the sea level.The park provides habitat for different wildlife that includes; Elephants, black rhinos, leopards, spotted hyenas, olive baboons, black and white colobus monkeys, buffalos, warthogs and bushbucks among others. Rare sightings include those of the Giant Forest hog, bongo, golden cat, serval cat, African wild cat, African civet cat and the blue duiker. Visitors can indulge in picnics, trout fishing in the rivers and camping in the moorlands. Bird viewing is rewarding since it’s the home of over 250 species of birds in the park, including the Jackson’s Francolin, Sparrow hawks, goshawks, eagles, sunbirds and plovers.” The park has different categories of accommodation that includes; Budget , Mid- range/moderate and luxury accommodation that are convenient and affordable to guests visiting the area. There are more different activities to do while inAberdare National Park which include ; Game viewing since the park has a lot of wildlife , Cultural visits in the local village, Hiking/ climbing the aberdare Mountains , Bird watching /birding since the park has a lot of Bird species , Visiting Keireta waterfalls and caves , Fishing , Nature walks to the falls and many more activities . Mountain Climbing is the most exciting and adventurous activity offered to tourists visiting Aberdare national park.
