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Meeting the Rhinos of Ol Pejeta

How a conservancy in Laikipia protects East Africa's largest black rhino population and the last northern white rhinos.

14 July 2026

Photo: Valentina Storti from Verona, Italia / CC BY 2.0

Ol Pejeta Conservancy, on the Laikipia Plateau beneath Mount Kenya, is home to the largest population of black rhino in East Africa. It also cares for the last two northern white rhinos in the world, both female, guarded around the clock.

Scientists are working on assisted reproduction techniques that may one day help the subspecies recover. Visitors can meet the rangers and learn about this remarkable effort.

Beyond rhinos, Ol Pejeta has lion, elephant and a chimpanzee sanctuary. Visit on our 8-Day Kenya Family Safari or the 10-Day Kenya Luxury Safari.

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