Kenya · Safari

3-Day Nairobi and Ol Pejeta Safari with Northern White Rhinos

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Ol Pejeta's vast landscape on morning and evening game drives, marvelling at its abundant wildlife
02 Witness conservation efforts firsthand as you meet the last two remaining Northern White Rhinos in the world
03 Capture views of Mt. Kenya and stop at the equator crossing point in Nanyuki for a memorable photo session
04 Spot the Big Four and other wildlife at Nairobi National Park, from giraffes and zebras to hippos and crocodiles

Take this tour to visit two essential wildlife reservoirs in Kenya: Nairobi National Park and Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Look out for the Big Four and a wide range of other wildlife, enjoy views of Mt. Kenya if the weather is clear, and stop at the equator crossing point in Nanyuki for photos. Ol Pejeta is known for its large population of black rhinos, the world's only remaining Northern White Rhinos, and the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary.

It is known for its large population of black rhinos and houses the only remaining Northern White Rhinos in the world.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Nanyuki, Nairobi, Mount Kenya, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Nairobi National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi National Park Safari and Transfer to Nanyuki

Pick-up is between 0600 hrs and 0630 hrs from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or your booked hotel, then head to Nairobi National Park, arriving by 1030 hrs.
Here, you will see the Big Four of Africa - lions, buffalos, rhinos, and leopards - as well as gazelles, antelopes, common zebras, Maasai and Baringo giraffes, baboons, monkeys, hippos, crocodiles, and different bird species.
After the game drive, proceed to Nanyuki via Muranga Road and check in for lunch at The Stables, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, by 1400 hrs. If the weather is clear, you will have an opportunity to see Mt. Kenya, the tallest mountain in Kenya.
You will also pass by the equator crossing point in Nanyuki town, where there will be a stop for a photo session.
After lunch, an evening game drive will be conducted from 1630 hrs to 1800 hrs.

Then, return for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 02

Ol Pejeta Conservancy Game Drives and Rhino Encounter

Enjoy an early morning game drive from 0600 hrs to 0800 hrs, before breakfast. Ol Pejeta covers approximately 360 square kilometres and is situated between the Aberdares and Mount Kenya. It is known for its large population of black rhinos and houses the only remaining Northern White Rhinos in the world. You should also look out for the other Big Five animals of Africa, as well as rare species such as Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffes, African wild dog, oryx, Jackson's hartebeest, serval, and bat-eared fox. Other common animals include vervet monkeys, baboons, hippos, impalas, elands, Grant's gazelle, dik-dik, plains zebras, silver jackal, and hyenas.

Take a short break and visit the Northern White Rhino enclosure and the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
Return to your hotel for lunch and rest in the afternoon.
An evening game drive will also be available from 1630 hrs to 1800 hrs, after which you will return for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Final Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Have breakfast and check out by 0900 hrs, then take part in a game drive en route to Nairobi.
Drop-off is at around 1400 hrs at your booked hotel or the airport.