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Description
Gatamaiyu is good for many Afro-tropical highland bird species. Gatamaiyu Forest is one of the Key Biodiversity Areas in Kenya, with around 138 species of birds recorded in and around the forest, of which 31 are forest specialists and 20 are considered rare. About 39 of Kenya’s 67 Afro tropical highlands biome bird species occur in the Gatamaiyu forest.
Details
Access
The forest is an hour drive from the capital Nairobi, only 8 km from Kimende off the Nairobi Naivasha highway. Birding in the forest involves walking along the nature trails. Inside the forest you will mostly rely on bird songs and calls to identify the species. A a lot of patience therefore has to be applied.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , River , Mountain , ValleyConditions
Flat , WetCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Winter , Summer , Spring migration , Spring , Autumn , Autumn migrationRoute
Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
The months of February to May the forest may have Deer Flies which have a nasty bite, so it is advisable to have insect repellent with you. The weather in the forest can change without a warning, carry a rain jacket and wear comfy walking shoes.