OL PAJETA CONSERVANCY

The conservancy is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including the "Big Five" (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros) apart from these, you can also be spot different animals like gireffes,baboons,hippos,hyenas and the wildbeest. It is known for its conservation efforts, particularly in protecting and preserving endangered species.Ol Pejeta is famous for its rhino conservation programs. It houses a significant number of both black and white rhinoceros, playing a crucial role in the protection and breeding of these endangered species.

Apart from rhino conservation, Ol Pejeta is actively involved in other conservation initiatives, such as anti-poaching efforts, community development, and environmental education.Within the conservancy, there is the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, which provides a home for rescued chimpanzees. The sanctuary aims to rehabilitate and care for these animals.

Ol Pejeta has fitted a few lions with tracking collars to help rangers establish the prides' location.The lions can wander around the entire 360km² range. To ensure their safety, trackers have been installed to help the rangers keep them safe from poachers.

Take a walk down the Ewaso Nyiro river, patiently waiting and adorned in camouflage, you'll soon spot the hippos that come to the surface for sunshine.

When to visit Ol Pajeta Conservancy.

June to October are the best months to visit Ol Pejeta. This is the dry season, and generally the further into the dry season you are, the better the game viewing.

In November and December there is a short rainy season, but this is a very pretty time to visit as plants are in bloom, and it's a good time to see migratory birds.

From January to March there is another dry season, and the flowers will be in bloom following the rains - this time of year makes for great photographs!

The long rainy season takes place in April and May. Ol Pejeta Bush Camp is closed in May due to the rains.

Ol Pejeta Conservancy is open to visitors, offering safari experiences and opportunities to witness the diverse wildlife and conservation projects. It provides a unique blend of wildlife conservation and tourism.

Where to Stay in Ol Pajeta Conservancy

Ol Pejeta Bush Camp.Ol Pejeta bush Camp is one of the best accommodation options in the conservancy. Located along the banks of the Ewaso Ngiro River, accommodation is in fully furnished tented camps, complete with en-suites bathrooms. This is our first choice of accommodation at Ol Pejeta.

Sweetwaters Serena Camp.Sweetwaters Serena Camp is one of the biggest camps in Ol Peteja. The site is located on the eastern side of the conservancy and has 50 beautifully designed tents offering views of the mountains, watering holes and wildlife.

Ol Pejeta House.The property is located in a private and tranquil area of the conservancy. There are only a few rooms available, along with two private swimming pools.

Porini Rhino Camp.Hidden behind a small forest of acacia trees sits the isolated Porini Rhino Camp. The camp is eco-friendly, nestled into a pretty valley - it is a secluded and peaceful retreat.