Ol Pejeta is a 364 km² wildlife conservancy in Laikipia near Mount Kenya. It hosts over 10,000 large mammals and is the only Kenyan park where you can see both the Big Five and chimpanzees. Activities include game drives, mountain biking, horse riding, lion tracking, running with rangers, and community visits.
Where and why Ol Pejeta matters
Ol Pejeta Conservancy is located in the heart of Laikipia County near Mount Kenya. It's a year-round destination offering breathtaking wildlife encounters, conservation experiences, and beautiful landscapes. Depending on what you want to see or do — Big Five, clear skies for photography, or avoiding crowds — timing matters.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy — Nanyuki Laikipia is between the foothills of Mount Kenya and the Aberdares. It's a 364 km² wildlife conservancy that hosts an abundance of spectacular game. As you step out of your safari tent, you'll be lucky to view the peak of Mt Kenya, the beautiful slopes, and the landscapes of the conservancy.
Famous for protecting endangered species
Ol Pejeta tops the Kenyan parks and reserves for wildlife diversity and is home to over 10,000 large mammals. The conservancy is the only Kenyan wildlife park where you can see both the Big Five and chimpanzees.
It is also well known for its range of rhinos, and a visit here can allow you to witness endangered members of this species firsthand — including the last two northern white rhinos on earth.
Experience Ol Pejeta on foot or on horseback
When visiting Ol Pejeta, safari game drives aren't the only option; game walks, horse rides, and even camel rides are all available.
The conservancy also has a philosophy of educating Kenyan children about ecology, culture, and the importance of sustainable wildlife management to secure the future of this remarkable place.
Why go on safari here
Ol Pejeta is the best place to see rhinos in Kenya and offers the most activities of all the parks and conservancies — game drives, mountain biking, horse riding, lion tracking, running with rangers, cycling, and community visits.
With just three camps in the conservancy, the area is wild, and you rarely see another vehicle — an unusual combination of conservation weight and exclusivity.
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