Ol Pejeta Conservancy
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About Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Established to protect wildlife and support local communities, Ol Pejeta is an incredible Kenya safari destination. Ol Pejeta is home to the Big Five safaris, and remains the only place in East Africa where you can see both black and white rhinos, worldwide famous as the home of the last two northern white rhinos left on earth, and one of Africa’s largest chimpanzee sanctuaries.
Ol Pejeta is the most accessible of all the Laikipia conservancies and combines good wildlife viewing with exciting scenery, not forgetting the extensive range of luxury safari lodges and some active safari activities including game drives, mountain biking, horse riding, lion tracking, running with rangers, cycling and community visits. Ol Pejeta is also the best place to see rhinos in Kenya, and with fewer visitors, you can experience an intimate private safari in Kenya
“A Rhino Paradise”
7 Best Things To Do In Ol Pejeta Park
When planning on taking a safari trip to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, travelers who stay inside the conservancies are able to take part in a number of wildlife safari activities that are not allowed inside National Parks in Kenya, including night game drives and private bush walks.
Discover Ol Pejeta on exciting game drives, journey out into the wilderness on night safaris and photographic safaris, witness the remarkable efforts of the canine anti-poaching unit, and even join a run with the wildlife rangers. You can tailor your safari experience to your liking and create unforgettable memories in this incredible wildlife conservation haven.
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1. Wildlife Safari In Ol Pejeta
Guided game-drives are the best way to cover ground and see the most wildlife in Ol Pejeta. Accompanied by an expert driver guide, you’ll move around the safari tracks, rocky terrains, and dry sandy riverbeds as you search for the big five wildlife safari animals – lions, rhinos, buffalo, leopards and elephants among the giraffe, and hyenas before stopping for a freshly prepared bush breakfast or sundowners if you wish to.
2. Night Safari In Ol Pejeta
On a night game drive in Ol Pejeta, experience this unique wildlife adventure by exploring the depths of the African darkness. Here, you’ll discover antelopes, predators, and nocturnal creatures like aardvark, zorilla, porcupines and white-tailed mongoose. Some of these animals are incredibly rare, making sightings a special treat. Head out just after dinner with your guide in the comfort of a 4×4 open-sided safari vehicle with our qualified ranger guide using our respectful, red-filtered spotlights.
3. Meet the Northern White Rhinos
Experience a rare opportunity to visit the world’s last two remaining northern white rhinos. These rhinos are protected by 24-hour armed security within an enclosed habitat. As well, you can see Grévy’s zebra and Jackson’s hartebeest in this secure and predator-free environment.
Home to Big Five Wildlife
4. Bush Dinners & Sundowners In Ol Pejeta
Your list of what to do in Ol Pejeta doesn’t stop with wildlife game-viewing drives, there are still plenty of unforgettable safari adventures inside Ol Pejeta. When you stay at the high-end safari lodges, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in your location of choice. Let your personal host prepare an in-villa breakfast in your kitchen, enjoy lunch with a view at our infinity pool and end off the day with a bush dinner around a campfire. Or, as the sun slowly fades from view and the clouds turn dark you will be resting at the perfect vantage spot inside the conservancy, complete with cocktail drinks in hand, tasty homemade ‘bitings’ bonfire, and close to your loved ones or friends.
5. Guided Lion Tracking Experience In Ol Pejeta
In Ol Pejeta, walk along with the wildlife researchers as they track collared lion throughout Ol Pejeta Conservancy, learn about various prides, and distinguish individual lions from one another.
6. Canine Anti-Poaching Unit In Ol Pejeta
Explore the Conservancy’s bloodhound dog kennels to discover the specialised training that turns these dogs into effective anti-poaching patrollers.
7. Guided Bush & Birding Trips In Ol Pejeta
The rangers on Ol Pejeta know the 90,000 acres like the backs of their hands. In this experience, you will join them in their everyday activity in the wild and get to know the routes, the best places to see wildlife and acquire a lot of fascinating information about the different species you get to see.
8. Rhino Monitoring & Identification In Ol Pejeta
Experience an unforgettable and educational adventure with Ol Pejeta Rhino Monitoring team. You will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with these iconic species, which are the signature species of the Conservancy. The rangers are dedicated to monitoring and protecting these magnificent animals, and they know each rhino by name and their home range. Learn how to identify individual rhino by their unique ear notches, and assist the rangers in the collection of valuable data about their body condition, habitat, and activity.
9. Visit Baraka The Blind Rhino In Ol Pejeta
Born in the wild, Baraka, lost an eye in a fight with another rhino, and then lost sight in the other due to a cataract, because of this, he is unable to live in the wild. He now lives at the conservancy full-time, safeguarded 24/7 under the watchful eye and close care of the dedicated rangers.
You can go and feed Baraka from a feeding platform which allows visitors a very unique interactive experience to see Baraka up close.
10. Visit The Chimpanzees In Ol Pejeta
Enjoy a unique opportunity of viewing chimpanzees behind the scenes and learn more about the day-to-day care of the chimpanzees in Ol Pejeta. Chimpanzees are not indigenous to Kenya. Habitat loss and commercial hunting for bush meat has become the most immediate threat to the future of these chimpanzees in the wild.
The Animals & Wildlife In Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Ol Pejeta Conservancy is considered home to all of the Big Five safari animals, and on scheduled morning and afternoon game drives, a wide variety of wildlife can be seen, from lions to giraffes and elephants. Ol Pejeta remains the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa, with sightings of both black rhino (more than 160) and white rhinos (40 plus) are common. Whether going on an Ol Pejeta photographic safari to capture the Big 5 animals or on a daytrip to Ol Pejeta, you’ll enjoy this private safari destination, with a good chance of seeing lion, leopards and hyenas. Go on a safari to Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a refuge for rescued chimpanzees. Elsewhere inside the conservancy, watch for, defassa waterbuck and large herds of buffalos among other wildlife.
The endangered species enclosure is home to the only two remaining northern white rhinos left on earth. A day tour to Ol Pejeta will not allow you to witness these two and still do a full day game drive.
Home to Big Five Wildlife
The Birdlife & Birds In Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Ol Pejeta is home to a completely different range of bird species. With more than 500 birding species recorded, Ol Pejeta Wildlife Conservancy is a bird-watcher’s paradise, and can be explored on scheduled early morning and afternoon bird walks, guided with a maximum of six people at the lodges. If your main theme is birdwatching trips, we recommend booking a private safari if birding is your main interest.
The common bird species found in Ol Pejeta include sandgrouse, Black-winged lapwing, Hildebrandt’s starling, Rosy-throated longclaw, Secretary bird, black-shouldered kites, Namaqua doves, yellow-necked spurfowl, white-bellied go-away birds, white-browed coucals, brown babblers, rufous-crowned rollers, marico sunbirds, red-billed hornbills, gabar goshawks, D’Arnaud’s barbets, bearded Woodpeckers, crested francolins, northern white-crowned shrikes, black-headed orioles, paradise fly-catchers and greater blue-eared starlings to name just a few.
The Best Time To See Birds In Ol Pejeta Park
As for the nature travelers, birding in Ol Pejeta Conservancy is good throughout the year, though it is worth taking note that the migrant birds from Europe and North Africa are present from November through April, coinciding with the Wet safari months of October to May – this is when many species can be seen in breeding plumage as they are nesting. Other best birding months are December to February. Discover from Africa’s heaviest flying bird (the Kori bustard) to the dazzling array of tiny sunbirds that flit between the flower blossoms.
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The Best Time To Visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy
All travelers planning on taking safaris trips to Ol Pejeta, Ol Pejeta Conservancy offers good wildlife viewing throughout the year, with the best times to visit is during the dry season from June to February. Expect the downpours in the wet seasons from late March to mid-May.
Ol Pejeta Trips From January – March
Experience lush landscapes and crystal-clear air during these months without rain. February brings flocks of white storks, and clear conditions are ideal for photography. Savour the majestic sights of Mount Kenya by day and warm yourself by the campfire at night.
Ol Pejeta Tours From April – June
The rainy season is perfect for adventurous game drives if you want to avoid crowds and take advantage of lower rates. There is still plenty to see, as big cats often use roads to avoid wet grass, and there are enough dry spells to be out and about to explore. Lush vegetation and drier conditions arrive in June after the camp’s closure in May.
Ol Pejeta Safaris From July – September
The dry season is the perfect time for Big Five enthusiasts to spot wildlife as the vegetation thins and grass levels are lower. Watering holes become a hive of activity for predators as more significant game numbers gather at the available water sources. Crowds thin out in September.
Ol Pejeta Holidays From October – December
Late September through October is a great time to visit Ol Pejeta. With fewer tourists, it’s easier to spot wildlife. The short rains in November and December rejuvenate the grasslands, turning the landscape green and welcoming migratory birds. This is an ideal time to see cheetah using the taller grass to aid their hunting.
The Weather & Climate In Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Given the conservancies location along the Equator, and the surroundings high altitude, Ol Pejeta experiences a mild climate whereby temperatures are fairly constant throughout the year. Noticeably, daytime temperatures are in the mid-twenties Celsius while the nights are cooler. We therefore recommend warm clothes for the morning game drives. The wet season starts from March to mid-May.
Dry Season Beginning June To September
The Dry seasons has mostly sunny days, although rainfall is possible at any time whereas the nighttime and early mornings are cold.
Wet Season Beginning October To May
A drier period from December to February separates the short rains and long rains.
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Frequently Asked OlPejeta Conservancy Questions
Q. What are the documents I need to visit Olpejeta Conservancy?
As for the documentations you need for your holiday in Kenya, keep in mind entry requirements can change, so please contact your local Kenyan embassy or high commission to verify that the following information below is up to date.
-A passport is required for all foreign visitors and must be valid for at least six months.
-No visa is required. Instead, all visitors must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA).
-Visitors must apply in advance for the eTA on www.etakenya.go.ke.
-The standard processing time is three days, but you can apply up to three months prior to travel and early application is recommended.
-When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas, a yellow-fever vaccination certificate is required.
-For more information we strongly direct checking the website of your local Kenyan embassy/high commission or the government travel advisories below:
Australia – www.smartraveller.gov.au
Canada – travel.gc.ca
EU Member States – ec.europa.eu
Ireland – www.ireland.ie
New Zealand – www.safetravel.govt.nz
United Kingdom – www.gov.uk
United States – travel.state.gov
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Q. What type of clothes do I wear on a Olpejeta safari tour?
Pack lightweight, comfortable, and casual clothing for a Kenyan safari, including long sleeves, pants, comfortable closed-toe shoes, a wide-brimmed hat, and layers for cooler mornings and evenings on game drives. For more details, we suggest you do your own safari packing essentials and find out what fits your interests.
Browse our safari clothing packing advice on what to pack for your African tour:
- Lightweight trousers /shorts and t-shirts remain ideal for the daytime drives.
- Lightweight jacket / fleece for the early mornings and evenings.
- Remember to also pack some warm socks and a woolly hat would be suggested for early morning and evening game drives.
- Hiking shoes
Other items we would suggest you bring along with you include:
- Sunscreen glasses & hat/cap
- Comfy Shoes / Sandals
- Flip Flops to wear during the day
- A Torch / Lamp
- Binoculars
- Phone/laptop charger
- Pack your medication, and a spare set of spectacles or contact lenses if you wear these.
Q. What is the best time to see the Masai Mara wildebeest migration in Kenya?
The best time to witness the dramatic Masai Mara wildebeest migration in Kenya is typically between mid-July through mid-September where your chances of witnessing a river crossing are generally much higher. In early October marks the end of the herd crossing the river from Kenya down into Tanzania, as thunderstorms begin in the north the herds will embark on their return journey back to the Serengeti.
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Q. Kenya Vs Tanzania: Which Is Better for an African Safari?
Choosing between Kenya and Tanzania for an African safari depends on personal preferences, BUT Kenya is the most chosen being cost & budget friendly during both high and low seasons. Secondly, when it comes to the best places to stay in Kenya and Tanzania, both destinations offer fantastic accommodations. Thirdly in terms of Big 5 sightings, the wildebeest migration & general game viewing, both destinations are safari heavyweights. In terms of privacy and extending your safari beyond game drives, there are more private conservancies in Kenya than Tanzania which offer you plenty of activities inside the park.
Lastly, Kenya safari is the most sought-after destination for the world’s best safari experiences, evident from the large number of celebrities visiting year in year out.
Q. Will I have a private vehicle or shared game drives with other people?
We tend to enforce a maximum person per vehicle policy of 6. Meaning, although you’ll be sharing with other guests, everyone will get a side-view seat with unhindered views.
Some trips are designed in such a way that a private vehicle and guide are included for a portion of the trip, but the use of a private vehicle throughout your safari comes at an additional cost.
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Q. How many days do you need for an Africa safari?
The ideal duration for an East Africa safari package often ranges from 5 to 14 days, this allows you to enjoy a comfortable and a well-rounded rewarding safari experience during this African tour package. It also depends on the destinations you will visit, wildlife interests, and personal preferences.
Q. What do I do in case of an emergency?
We have a 24 hour emergency line. If anything goes south, we’re ready to assist you regardless of time or date.
Q. Are there malaria mosquito nets in Africa safari tented camps?
Many tented camps in Africa provide fitted mosquito nets in all rooms which are also insect proofed to protect you against malaria mosquito bites and other insect bites, ensuring a comfortable and safe stay.
It’s also advisable to carry insect repellent to further protect yourself especially in the outdoors during evenings.
Q. Is there Wi-Fi at the safari lodges & tented camps on safari?
Almost all Africa safari lodges and tented camp accommodations during your safari provide free Wi-Fi. You’ll find this available in all three accommodation levels – comfort or luxury accommodations.
Wi-Fi is provided in the public areas of the safari lodges/tented camps including the reception, dining areas, and lounge. It is not provided in the individual rooms/tents.
Moreover, because you will be inside a wilderness park, we still request that you come prepared with your own network data to avoid any inconveniences.
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Q. Do you provide drinking water on safari?
East Africa is within the tropics and near the Equator, separating the northern and southern hemispheres. The tropical temperatures are relatively high on the safari route and even within the national parks/game reserves.
Because you’ll need to frequently hydrate during your safari, we ensure unlimited supplies of drinking water.
All Vulture Africa Safari vehicles are fitted with a cooler box or mini fridge with a constant supply of cool, bottled water.
We replenish our supplies of drinking water during stops along the safari route.
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Q. Are mosquito nets provided in safari lodge rooms/tents?
We carefully research and choose our selection of top safari lodges and tented camps to offer the best in terms of comfort, relaxation, amenities, and atmosphere during your safari.
We fully understand the need for your protection against mosquitos and other insects.
All rooms/tents during your safari are fitted with mosquito nets or are insect-proofed to protect you against bites.
Tented camp showing bedroom with mosquito nets
You are also advised to use insect repellent to further protect yourself especially outdoors in the evenings.
Q. Is it possible to store excess luggage while on safari?
Vulture African Safaris understands that your holiday travel may be lengthy and could involve different activities during your trip. You may find the need to store some of your luggage at various times.
You can safely store your extra luggage at our Nairobi office for safekeeping until you have completed your safari.
This is a free service extended to all our safari guests.
Packing luggage for an East African safari holiday tour
Additionally, our 4×4 safari Jeeps accommodate generous luggage space in its rear luggage compartment.
Q. Do you handle requests for special dietary needs?
Kenya and Tanzania welcomes visitors from all over the world and their diverse diet preferences. These preferences may be due to religious beliefs, lifestyles, or health concerns.
The menus in all safari lodges & tented camps are continental cuisine however, vegetarian, kosher, halal, gluten-free, etc. meals are also provided.
We request you indicate your special diet needs during safari booking/confirmation.
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Q. Do you provide airport hotel airport transfers when we arrive and depart Nairobi?
As part of our safari tour services, Vulture African Safaris provides free pickup and return to the airport/hotel for any guests who are booked for a 3-day or more safari tour with us.
The transfers are provided even if you arrive or depart several days before or after your safari start/end.
Please let us know your arrival & departure flight details including airline codes and arrival/departure times. We will provide you with the name of your driver and telephone contact in advance of your arrival/departure.
Q. Do you book or can you recommend a Nairobi hotel for our pre or post-safari stay?
If you are arriving in Nairobi earlier than your safari starting date or are intending to stay a few days more after your safari finish, you will require a Nairobi hotel.
Our listed safari tours and advertised prices do not include your Nairobi hotel.
Nairobi has a wide range of hotels in the economy, comfort, and luxury categories suitable for your 1 night or extended stay.
As part of your safari tour, Vulture Africa Safaris will pick you up at the airport and bring you to your respective Nairobi hotel or residence. This includes most areas around Nairobi.
We suggest that you look up and book online your preferred Nairobi hotel. If you should require advice, suggestions, or booking assistance for your Nairobi hotel, we will be happy to assist.
We can make suggestions depending on your budget and what area of the city you are interested in staying.
Q. Can we purchase a local Sim card for use while in Kenya?
A Kenyan Sim card will greatly reduce your telephone roaming bills during your visit and while on safari in Kenya
1 GB of data costs an average of $5.
Safaricom, a telco provider in Kenya is the market leader with the best national coverage and better deals.
Sim cards can be purchased from official stores or approved resellers. You can purchase them at the Nairobi airport upon arrival. Cost is approximately $1 or Ksh.100
To purchase local sim cards, you are required to have a Sim-unlocked GSM-compatible phone.
Q. What are your recommended safari tipping guidelines?
Tipping in guidelines for Kenya and Tanzania safaris – although not mandatory, is expected in return for good service.
All hotels, lodges, and porterage gratuities are included in the cost of your safari – these are collectively referred to as the service charge.
You may also decide to tip individual waiters, porters, and other hotel service employees who provide exemplary service. Usually, $1 – $5 per meal or move is appropriate and appreciated.
It is, however, customary to tip your safari driver/guide at the end of the safari tour. The amount is dependent on your evaluation of the quality of the service rendered. An average of $10 per guest per day or 5-10% of your safari-only cost is suggested. However, the amount is at your discretion – you are welcome to provide additional compensation to any staffer who has provided special services. A bar gratuity of $1 is acceptable.
You may tip in Kenya shillings, USD, or in Euro at the end of your safari and preferably in an envelope.