Ol Pejeta Conservancy
is a privately owned wildlife conservancy that sits on 90,000 acres/ 360km2 of formerly cattle ranching land. It’s located in Laikipia County right on the Equator west of Nanyuki town, nestled between the foothills of the Aberdares and Mt. Kenya. The conservancy stands on a vital game corridor for migrating wildlife species from/to either the Aberdares National Park or Mt. Kenya National Park. Presently the game corridor is specially structured to restrict movement of endangered species from the conservancy.
The reserve is the only other place in Kenya, aside form the Masai Mara Reserve where you can spot all the
BIG 5 game
0800 Hours): Guest pick up, brief introduction by tour driver/guide and departure from a Nyeri/ Naromoru/Nanyuki hotel after breakfast. The drive is approximately between 0.5-1.5 hours.
(0930 Hours): Arrive at the entry gate for registration (Rongai Gate from Nanyuki turn off, or Serat gate from Rumuruti road). Gates open and close strictly from 0600hrs to 1900hrs. Upon clearance proceed on a morning game drive. This will be the best time to view wildlife as they will be most active before the day heats up; predators will be on the hunt and the prey will be on high alert.
Wildlife attractions you are likely to spot include the Big 5 game (the endangered black and white rhino, leopard, elephant, Cape buffalo, and lions). Additionally, a variety of rare animal species such as the African wild dog, Oryx, Grevy’s zebra, serval cat and Bat eared fox. Without a doubt, you’ll be most likely to see these common species of giraffes, gazelle, impala, hyena and hippos. The conservancy has an abundance of over 300 bird species. The conservancy also serves as the only place in Kenya to see rescued non-native chimpanzees at the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
Attempt to make our way to the Hippohide Walkway to view the schools of hippos lounging in the Ewaso Ngiro River.
(1200 Hours): Head back to view Baraka the blind rhino and later to Morani’s Information Centre for some last minute learning on conservation efforts. Possibly visit the gift shop outside the Morani’s restaurant for some souvenirs.
(1300 Hours): Take a lunch break.
(1400 Hours): Resume on an afternoon game drive and head to the Rhino memorial site. To commemorate those that lost their lives through poaching.
(1530 Hours): Drive over to Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary to view the rescued primates. The tour will be conducted by the Ol Pejeta guide.
(1630 Hours): We exit Ol Pejeta park gate and drive back to a Nyeri/ Naromoru/Nanyuki hotel.
(Between 1700-1800 Hours): Arrive back at your hotel/ residence.
Note: Conservation experiences are charged separately and require advance booking.
All quoted costs include:
- Transport from Nyeri/ Naromoru/Nanyuki to Park gates and back
- All park entrance fees
- Government taxes.
- Packed lunch*
- Service of an English speaking tour driver guide
- Game drives as per the Itinerary
- Driver allowances and park fees for vehicle and driver
- Personal insurance
- Breakfast
- Drinks like sodas and beer.
- Costs incurred to changes made on the agreed itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Tips