Ol Pejeta Conservancy — Kenya’s Premier Wildlife & Conservation Safari

Overview

Set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Kenya and the Laikipia Plateau, Ol Pejeta Conservancy is one of East Africa’s most unique safari destinations — combining exceptional wildlife viewing with world-leading conservation and community impact. Spread across over 90,000 acres, this not-for-profit conservancy is a sanctuary for endangered species and delivers uncrowded, meaningful safari experiences in a scenic wilderness far from the crowds.

Why Ol Pejeta?

Uncrowded Safari Setting — Unlike many national parks, Ol Pejeta offers intimate wildlife encounters with fewer vehicles and more space to explore.

Conservation at Its Heart — Tourism directly funds anti-poaching, wildlife monitoring, and community development.

Big Five & Rare Species — Home to lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos — including East Africa’s largest black rhino sanctuary and the last two northern white rhinos on the planet.

Chimpanzee Sanctuary — Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary — the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees in a protected setting.

Ol Pejeta’s rich landscape supports one of Kenya’s highest densities of wildlife outside the Masai Mara:

Big Five & More

Rhinos: Black rhinos and the critically endangered northern white rhinos.

Big Five: Lions, elephants and buffalos.

Rare Species: Grevy’s zebra, Jackson’s hartebeest, African wild dogs.

Chimpanzees: Sweetwaters Sanctuary hosts rescued apes from Central & West Africa.

Birdlife: Over 300 species of birds, making it a great destination for birdwatchers too.