The Ark Lodge is a unique lodge located in the Aberdare National Park in Nyeri, Kenya. It is a tree lodge built on stilts overlooking a waterhole and salt lick, where wild animals come to drink water and lick salt. The Ark overlooks a floodlit waterhole and salt lick, which attracts a host of awesome wildlife. Resembling and named after Noah’s Ark, The Ark comprises of three decks from which numerous balconies and lounges provide a superb location for wildlife to be seen.
So that you don’t miss any animal sightings, the night guard will buzz your room when special animals come to the waterhole. The Ark has four viewing areas for observing the ever-present animal activity.
There is also a ground level bunker – the perfect hideout for the discerning photographer. This is a circular pillbox-like structure, and it is from this vantage point that pictures of animals on the salt lick only yards away may be taken through the view holes in complete safety.
The lodge is designed to resemble Noah’s Ark and is shaped like the hull of a ship, with decks overlooking the waterhole and salt lick. The lodge has four viewing decks with balconies and lounges to provide guests with panoramic views of the surrounding forest and wildlife.
Guests at The Ark Lodge can observe various animals such as elephants, buffalos, hyenas, and occasionally leopards, as they come to drink and feed at the waterhole. The lodge has 60 en-suite cabins, which are simple but comfortable, and can accommodate up to 150 guests.
The lodge offers a variety of activities, including game drives, guided nature walks, bird watching, and cultural visits to nearby communities. The Ark Lodge is an ideal destination for nature and wildlife enthusiasts who want to experience the beauty of the Aberdare National Park while enjoying unique accommodation and wildlife viewing experiences.
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