Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Ol Pejeta Conservancy

About 200 kilometers north of Nairobi, near Mount Kenya National Park, Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a prime place for close-up wildlife encounters.

Conservation and sustainability are key at this 90,000-acre private game reserve, where you can view the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo), as well as other animals such as cheetah, hyenas, zebra, and hartebeest - all set against the breathtaking backdrop of snowcapped Mount Kenya.

The conservancy is perhaps best known for its northern and southern white rhinos, including Baraka, a blind black rhino, who lucky visitors might have the chance to feed.

You can view the wildlife on self-drive or guided tours, and entry includes a visit to the chimpanzee sanctuary. Day visitors are welcome, and if you want to extend your wilderness adventure, you can stay overnight in accommodations that range from bush camps and safari cottages to a charming colonial ranch house.

Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a wildlife conservancy located in the Laikipia County of Kenya, east Africa. It is home to a diverse range of wildlife species, including the big five - lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and buffalos. The conservancy spans over 360 square kilometers and features a mix of open savannah plains, wooded grasslands, and riverine forests.

One of the major highlights of Ol Pejeta Conservancy is its black and white rhino population, which is the largest in East Africa. Visitors can go on game drives to see these rhinos, as well as other wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, and warthogs. The conservancy also offers guided bush walks, horseback safaris, and night game drives.

Another unique feature of Ol Pejeta is its chimpanzee sanctuary, which is home to rescued and orphaned chimpanzees that have been victims of the illegal wildlife trade. Visitors can observe the chimpanzees in their natural habitat and learn about their behavior and conservation efforts.

The best time to visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy is during the dry season, which runs from June to October and from January to February. During this time, wildlife is more easily visible as animals gather around water sources, and the weather is mild and comfortable for game drives and other activities. However, the conservancy is open year-round, and visitors can still enjoy wildlife sightings and activities during the rainy season.