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Mr Alun Pritchard
GB
Visited:
February 2018
Reviewed: Mar 19, 2018
Email Mr Alun Pritchard | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Lacked the sense of wilderness we so enjoyed at Samburu.
2023 Kenya visit
GB
Visited:
December 2023
Reviewed: Dec 30, 2023
Email 2023 Kenya visit | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent wildlife and environment, but shameful to one caregiver in the rhino sanctuary.
Excellent wildlife and environment. All staff members are very good and nice, except for one caregiver in the rhino sanctuary.
After being introduced to the rhino sanctuary and taking photos with the rhino (everything happened in 3 minutes), the so-called caregiver kept asking for tips. I gave him 5 US dollars, but he impolitely said it was not enough and demanded 10 US dollars. How disgusting!
Ray
PH
Visited:
July 2018
Reviewed: Dec 31, 2018
Email Ray | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
All the photos, videos, about a safari, will never truly describe the experience of it.
Its an excellent place to see and get close to rhinos, both black and white. Stayed at Serena Sweetwaters, a luxury tented camp. Would recommend, everything you need. A beautiful view from the camp facing a lake and out to Mount Kenya. Not though the best place to see Mount Kenya. Plenty of wildlife, very easy to navigate. There's a chimpanzee sanctuary, the only one in Kenya, but was a disappointment. Only saw 2 chimps. If this is your first trip to Kenya, this would not be top of my list. I would first recommend Maasai Mara and then Amboseli. If in the area of Nanyuki, and you have been to the big parks I would suggest a night lodge, but if you have not been to the big parks, then Ol Pejeta will give you the safari experience.
Christopher J May
US
Visited:
March 2016
Reviewed: Apr 4, 2016
Email Christopher J May | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Home of The Last
The highlight of Ol Pejeta has to be the ability to visit the only three remaining Northern White Rhinos left in the world. The world. And therein lies the mixed emotions. It was a true privilege to be next to Sudan -- the only remaining male -- and to touch him. Likewise, it was wonderful to see the remaining females in a natural environment. But it's also incredibly sad to see these beautiful animals and to know that they're at the doorstep of extinction because of human activities like poaching and habitat loss.
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Natural breeding is not an option because of Sudan's age. IVF programs are being investigated, but there still isn't a lot of hope for this species.Thankfully, Ol Pejeta provides hope for other rhino species. In addition to Sudan, our group was also able to meet baby Southern White Rhino, Ringo. The care and commitment that the rangers and staff of Ol Pejeta is strong. You need only meet these wonderful individuals to see that this is a part of their very being. I left knowing that Sudan and Ringo were in very capable hands.
For those contemplating a trip to Ol Pejeta, I can't recommend it highly enough. It's simply something that you should do if you have the opportunity and the means. Be prepared for some complex emotions during your trip but enjoy the stay in a wonderful, welcoming atmosphere that still offers hope for the magnificent animals East Africa has to offer.
NSStone
AU
Visited:
January 2016
Reviewed: Apr 3, 2016
Email NSStone | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing abundance of animals, including both black and white rhinos, to see in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
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Musa and John. Visiting Kenya has been a highlight of my life and I will definitely be going back.
RussellK2015
CA
Visited:
August 2015
Reviewed: Dec 10, 2015
Email RussellK2015 | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Must On Any Kenya Safari Itinerary
Ol Pejeta Conservancy is vast with open plains and many access tracks, and areas of bush offering perfect cover for the bigger predators and the more timid animals. Except for birds, wildlife was plentiful. We saw numerous Black rhino, White rhino, lion, buffalo, elephant, giraffe, ostrich, warthog, zebra and baboons. Surprisingly, although in peak season, we rarely encountered other vehicles on our game drives which added to the magic when encountering the various species.
We had seen TV programmes and researched Ol Pejeta beforehand, so were very keen
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to include it on our itinerary. It certainly did not disappoint, and was arguably the highlight of our safari, largely due to the excellent accommodation and lack of crowds when on game drives. Highly recommended.
Russell
CA
Visited:
August 2015
Reviewed: Sep 17, 2015
Email Russell | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities. Birding opportunities were limited. The vastness of the area meant that we rarely saw other safari vehicles. Fantastic safari destination for first-timers.
ALAN JEFFREY
Visited:
March 2015
Reviewed: Mar 20, 2015
Amazing
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game I did not see this time at the water hole were Beisa Oryx, & Thompsons Gazelles. Many Elephant came most days, on one occassion 36+, Eland on four occassions & White Rhino, the black came at night or at dusk, Zebra were constant and Giraffe about every 2/3 days. If you like birds, there are ample grounds to walk around with some 200+ species recorded. If you want a game drive just to have a change, this can be arranged by the camp.So if you want a relaxing holiday with a difference, and I mean a big difference, choose sweetwaters where you can see all the game without all the hard work.
KitingYan
GB
Visited:
September 2011
Reviewed: Jun 1, 2012
Email KitingYan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
An amazing insight into the life, threats, plight, beauty and power of the Black and White Rhino
Great variety of wildlife, impressive scenery (Mount Kenya a stunning backdrop), fantastic wardens and staff.
The Conservancy is managed impeccably, good infrastructure, roads in good condition, safe and secure.
Brin
AU
Visited:
January 2026
Reviewed: Jan 23, 2026
Email Brin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most dense out of the parks we went to for wildlife especially rhinos. Note this is a consevancy so it is expected there will be greater wildlife.