Best Things to Do
Game Drives (Day & Night)
✔️ Experience the Big Five in their natural habitat.
✔️ Night drives reveal nocturnal predators like leopards & hyenas.
Visit the Last Two Northern White Rhinos
✔️ Meet Najin & Fatu, the last northern white rhinos on Earth.
✔️ Learn about global conservation efforts to save the species.
Explore the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary
✔️ The only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees.
✔️ Home to rescued chimps from Central & West Africa.
Walking & Horseback Safaris
✔️ Enjoy a guided walking safari for an up-close experience.
✔️ Ride alongside rhinos & giraffes on a horseback safari.
Lion Tracking Experience
✔️ Participate in a conservation tracking program with rangers.
✔️ Learn about lion behavior and contribute to research.
Visit Morani Rhino Center
✔️ Meet Morani, a tame black rhino, and learn about rhino conservation.
Cultural Tours with the Local Communities
✔️ Visit Samburu & Maasai villages to learn about their traditions & way of life.
Wildlife & Conservation
Ol Pejeta is famous for its diverse wildlife, including:
Black Rhinos – Over 140 in a protected habitat.
Northern White Rhinos – Najin & Fatu, the world’s last two, live under 24/7 protection.
Lions – A healthy lion population with frequent sightings.
Leopards – Often seen on night game drives.
Elephants – Large herds roam freely.
Giraffes, Zebras & Antelopes – Found throughout the conservancy.
Chimpanzees at Sweetwaters Sanctuary – A rescue center for orphaned chimps, established by Jane Goodall.
Other Species – Hippos, cheetahs, wild dogs, hyenas, ostriches, and over 300 bird species.
How to Get There
🚗 By Road:
From Nairobi: ~3.5 to 4-hour drive (about 200 km) via Nanyuki.
✈️ By Air:
Scheduled flights from Nairobi to Nanyuki Airstrip (1-hour flight).
From Nanyuki Airstrip: 45-minute drive to the conservancy.
Where to Stay
Luxury: Ol Pejeta Safari Cottages, Sanctuary Tambarare Camp
Mid-Range: Sweetwaters Serena Camp, The Stables
Best Time to Visit
June – October (Dry Season) – Best for game viewing as animals gather around waterholes.
November – May (Green Season) – Lush landscapes & birdwatching at its peak.
