The Laikipia Plateau stretches north-west from Mount Kenya and is managed through private ranches and community conservancies rather than national parks. The result is exclusive game viewing with very few vehicles and a wide choice of activities: walking, horse and camel riding, night drives and conservation experiences.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy is home to the largest black rhino population in East Africa, the last two northern white rhinos and a chimpanzee sanctuary. Elsewhere, Laikipia supports large elephant populations and endangered species such as Grevy’s zebra and African wild dog.
Highlights
- Black rhino and the last northern white rhinos at Ol Pejeta
- Night drives and walking safaris
- Camel and horseback safaris
- Views of Mount Kenya
Wildlife & what you'll see
- Black and southern white rhino
- Grevy's zebra
- Elephant, lion and wild dog
- Reticulated giraffe
Things to do
- Game drives and night drives
- Walking safaris
- Rhino conservation visit
- Camel or horse riding
Best time to visit
June to October and December to March.
Getting there
Drive north from Nairobi to Nanyuki (about 3–4 hours) or fly to Nanyuki and conservancy airstrips.
Experiences in Laikipia
FAQs about Laikipia
What is a conservancy?
Land managed for wildlife by private owners or communities. Visitor numbers are limited, and activities such as walking and night drives are allowed.
