Ol Pejeta for a first safari

Ol Pejeta is one of the best choices for a first safari.

Suitability: ★★★★★

Ol Pejeta is a not-for-profit conservancy of about 90,000 acres in central Kenya that combines wildlife with livestock. It is known for rhino conservation and a chimpanzee sanctuary; chimpanzees are not native to Kenya.

Why Ol Pejeta for a first safari?

• With the Big Five present, it delivers a classic first safari.
• 2–3 days are enough for a good experience.

What awaits you in Ol Pejeta

• The last two northern white rhinos in the world
• A large black rhino population
• Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees
• Night drives and conservation-focused activities
• Views of Mount Kenya

Wildlife you may encounter: lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, black rhino, white rhino, buffalo and giraffes.

Suggested time on the ground: 2 to 3 days. The conservancy is near Nanyuki in Laikipia County, about 3-4 hours by road from Nairobi; scheduled flights serve Nanyuki airstrip.

Activities that fit

game drives and walking safaris.

When to go

The best period overall is June to October and December to March.

Drier months with good viewing; mornings are cool because of the altitude (around 1,800 m).

Other destinations for a first safari

• Masai Mara Kenya
• Merzouga Morocco
• Ngorongoro Tanzania
• Pilanesberg South Africa
• Victoria Falls Zimbabwe
• Kruger South Africa

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Sources: Ol Pejeta Conservancy · Ol Pejeta Conservancy - Wildlife and habitats · Climates to Travel - Nyeri (nearest station)
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.