3-Day Ol Pejeta Rhino & Wildlife Conservation Escape

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Your safari begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, traveling north through Kenya's scenic central highlands. The journey passes through agricultural landscapes and rolling countryside before reaching the Laikipia region, where Ol Pejeta Conservancy is located. The changing scenery provides a rewarding introduction to this distinctive part of Kenya.

After arrival, settle into your safari accommodation before beginning an afternoon game drive. Explore the conservancy in search of elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and rhinos. Your guide will also explain the area's conservation work, giving you an introduction to the important role Ol Pejeta plays in protecting threatened wildlife.

Transport: Nairobi → Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Distance: Approximately 210 km
Travel Time: Approximately 4–5 hours
Vehicle: Pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle or pop-up roof minivan.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

Black RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Maisha Sweetwaters Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Ol Pejeta Wildlife & Conservation Experience

Spend a full day exploring Ol Pejeta with morning and afternoon game drives. Begin early when wildlife is most active and temperatures are cooler, searching for rhinos, elephants, buffalo, lions, giraffes, zebras, and other species. The varied habitats of the conservancy create excellent opportunities for both wildlife viewing and photography.

After a midday break, continue exploring the conservancy during an afternoon game drive. Depending on your interests and availability, optional conservation experiences can be arranged, including visits connected with rhino protection and the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. Your guide can tailor the day around wildlife, photography, conservation, or a combination of experiences.

Transport: Game drives within Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Travel Time: Varies according to the selected game-drive route
Vehicle: Pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle or pop-up roof minivan.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Accommodation:

Maisha Sweetwaters Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Final Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Begin your final morning with an early game drive through Ol Pejeta, giving you another opportunity to encounter wildlife before departing. Search for rhinos, elephants, buffalo, lions, giraffes, zebras, and other species while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the conservancy. Your guide will focus on areas offering the best current wildlife opportunities.

After the game drive, leave Ol Pejeta and begin your return journey to Nairobi. Travel south through the central highlands, passing agricultural landscapes and scenic countryside along the way. Arrive in Nairobi later in the day, concluding your three-day wildlife and conservation adventure.

Transport: Ol Pejeta Conservancy → Nairobi
Distance: Approximately 210 km
Travel Time: Approximately 4–5 hours
Vehicle: Pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle or pop-up roof minivan.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.