Olpejeta Conservancy
Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a pioneering model combining wildlife conservation, community development, tourism, and cattle ranching, is East Africa’s largest black rhino sanctuary and is home to the last two northern white rhinos
Overview
Ol Pejeta now holds the largest single population of eastern black rhino in Kenya, and is working with partners to save the northern white rhinos from extinction. We have developed expertise in wildlife and habitat management and security, conservation technology, and scaled our investment in community development.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy is home to all of the Big Five. It is the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa, and sightings of both black rhino (more than 160 at last count) and white rhino (more than 40) are common. Ol Pejeta is said to have the highest predator density in Kenya outside of the Masai Mara, and there is a good chance of seeing lion, cheetah and hyena.
Things to do in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Ol Pejeta Conservancy offers a variety of activities, including game drives, rhino encounters, chimpanzee sanctuary visits, and lion tracking, making it a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts.
Here’s a more detailed overview of what to do in Ol Pejeta Conservancy:
Wildlife Encounters:
· Game Drives:
Explore the conservancy’s diverse landscapes and wildlife on guided game drives, with opportunities to spot the “Big Five” (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo).
· Rhino Encounters:
Ol Pejeta is renowned for its rhino conservation efforts, including the last two remaining northern white rhinos, and a sanctuary for black rhinos.
· Meet the Northern White Rhinos: Experience a rare opportunity to see these critically endangered animals.
· Rhino Monitoring and Identification: Join the rhino monitoring team to learn about their conservation efforts and get up close with these iconic species.
· Ride with Rhinos: Enjoy a unique horse ride within the endangered species enclosure, accompanied by knowledgeable staff.
· Sweetwater Chimpanzee Sanctuary:
Visit the sanctuary to learn about the rescued chimpanzees and the conservation efforts being made to protect them.
· Lion Tracking:
Participate in a lion tracking experience with Ol Pejeta’s predator research team, using specialized telemetry equipment.
· Canine Anti-Poaching Unit:
Witness the remarkable efforts of the canine anti-poaching unit in action.
· Running with Rangers:
Join the rangers on a rewarding run across the plains, spotting wildlife along the way.
Other Activities:
- Guided Bush/Bird Walk: Join the rangers on a guided bush or bird walk to learn about the local flora and fauna.
- Virtual Classroom: Participate in virtual learning experiences, including meeting the last northern white rhinos and learning about wildlife through interactions and quizzes.
- Community Visits: Explore the local culture and way of life through community visits.
- Night Game Drives: Experience the thrill of nocturnal wildlife viewing on a night game drive.
Mountain Biking and Horse Riding: Enjoy the scenery and wildlife on mountain biking or horse-riding excursions
Places to stay in Ol Pejeta Conservancy O.
Although your safari in Ol Pejeta takes you into pristine wilderness away from the city life, you can still enjoy the many qualities of an up-market luxurious accommodation in such inaccessibility. Ol Pejeta has some amazing hotels, specifically tented camps and lodges, located in distinct areas of the reserve. Some of these luxury Tented Camps and Safari Lodges are international award winners. This page is a simple list of some of the more outstanding accommodation in Ol Pejeta in the Luxury, Mid Range and Budget categories.
