Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a renowned 360 km² (90,000-acre) non-profit wildlife sanctuary located in Laikipia County, Central Kenya, right on the equator between the Aberdares and snow-capped Mount Kenya. Ol Pejeta is world-famous as the sanctuary of the last two northern white rhinos left on Earth (Najin and Fatu) and boasts the highest density of black rhinos in East Africa. It is also the home of Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, rescue home to rescued chimpanzees from west and central Africa. Visitors enjoy thrilling Big Five game drives, night predator tracking, lion tracking with researchers, and horseback riding through the wild bush.
Key Wildlife & Highlights
Last 2 Northern White Rhinos on Earth, Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, highest black rhino density in East Africa, Big Five game viewing, and lion tracking.
Best Time to Visit
Year-round wildlife viewing; dry seasons from June to October and December to March offer optimal game drives and crystal-clear views of Mount Kenya.
Top Accommodations
Sweetwaters Serena Camp (with private waterhole views), Ol Pejeta Safari Cotts, Porini Rhino Camp, and Kicheche Laikipia Camp.
