Kenya Laikipia County

Ol Pejeta Conservancy

East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary and the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees.

Destination Guide

About Ol Pejeta Conservancy

East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary and the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees. Home to the last two northern white rhinos on Earth, Ol Pejeta is a conservation success story where every safari directly funds wildlife protection.

Why Visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy?

Ol Pejeta Conservancy offers incredible experiences. Home to the last two northern white rhinos on Earth — Najin and Fatu. East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary with 130+ black rhinos. Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary — the only place to see chimps in Kenya. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveller, this destination will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Home to the last two northern white rhinos on Earth — Najin and Fatu

East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary with 130+ black rhinos

Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary — the only place to see chimps in Kenya

Big Five game viewing with excellent lion and leopard sightings

Every visit directly funds conservation and community programs

Night game drives with spotlighting — a rare Kenya safari experience

🦁 Wildlife Guide

Animals of Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Black Rhinoceros

High

Over 130 black rhinos — the largest sanctuary in East Africa. Tracking experiences available.

Northern White Rhino

High

The last two on Earth — Najin and Fatu — protected 24/7 by armed guards.

Chimpanzee

High

Rescued chimps at Sweetwaters Sanctuary — the only chimps in Kenya.

Lion

High

Healthy prides patrol the conservancy — excellent sightings year-round.

African Elephant

High

Large elephant herds roam freely with Mount Kenya as a backdrop.

Leopard

Moderate

Elusive but regularly spotted during night game drives.

Grevy's Zebra

High

Endangered Grevy's zebra thrive in the conservancy alongside plains zebra.

🎯 Activities & Experiences

Things To Do at Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Nature

Rhino Tracking

Track black rhinos on foot with expert guides — a thrilling conservation experience.

Nature

Visit Najin & Fatu

See the last two northern white rhinos on Earth and learn about their story.

Nature

Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Visit rescued chimpanzees — the only place in Kenya to see chimps.

Nature

Night Game Drive

Spot nocturnal species including aardvark, bush baby, and hunting leopards.

Nature

Lion Tracking

Join researchers tracking collared lions using telemetry equipment.

Culture

Cultural Visit

Visit local communities and learn about the human-wildlife coexistence programs.

Culture

Maasai Cultural Village Visit

Visit a Maasai or Laikipia community village to learn about traditional pastoralist lifestyles, cattle herding customs, and vibrant beadwork crafts. Available as an optional add-on ($25 per person).

📅 When To Visit

Best Time to Visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Peak Season

Excellent

July to October

dry season with excellent visibility and wildlife concentrations

Good Season

Good

January to March

warm and dry; great for rhino tracking

Green Season

Fair

April to June

lush landscapes, fewer visitors, excellent birding

✈️ Getting There

How to Reach Ol Pejeta Conservancy

By Road

Drive from Nairobi via Nanyuki — 3.5 to 4 hours on good tarmac

By Air

Fly to Nanyuki Airstrip from Nairobi Wilson Airport (45 minutes)

Transfer

Can be combined with Mount Kenya and Samburu

💰 Park Fees

Entry Fees for Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Category	Fee (per person/day)

* All park fees are included in C.A.T.S safari packages. Fees shown for reference only and may change without notice.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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