Ol Pejeta Day Trip | Big Five & Chimpanzee Sanctuary Safari – Annest Kenya Safaris
Experience Kenya’s only chimpanzee sanctuary & see the Big Five on a full-day Ol Pejeta safari from Nairobi. Luxury vehicles, expert guides & flexible bookings.
Ol Pejeta Day Trip – A Safari Like No Other
Step into a world where conservation meets adventure.
At Annest Kenya Safaris, we invite you on a full-day Ol Pejeta Conservancy safari — home to the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa, the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees, and the last two northern white rhinos on Earth.
Departs: Nairobi – 5:00 AM Pickup
Wildlife: Big Five + chimpanzees + endangered species
Lunch: inside Ol Pejeta
Availability: Daily, all year round
Why Choose Our Ol Pejeta Safari Tour?
This 1-day private Ol Pejeta tour is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, conservation-minded travelers, and those seeking something beyond the ordinary Kenyan safari.
Exclusive Access
Visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary & Endangered Species Enclosure
Big Five Guarantee
Lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo in one day
Luxury 4x4 Vehicles
Window seat for every guest, pop-up roof for photography
Expert Local Guides
10+ years’ experience in wildlife tracking
Flexible Booking
Private or group departures
Your Day at Ol Pejeta – Full Itinerary
5:00 AM – Hotel Pickup in Nairobi
Your Annest Kenya Safaris driver-guide collects you from your Nairobi hotel or the airport in a luxury 4×4 Land Cruiser. We set off north toward the rolling slopes of Mount Kenya.
Enjoy the sunrise as we pass lush coffee and tea plantations, catching glimpses of rural life along the way.
8:30 AM – Arrive at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
We enter the conservancy gates and your game drive begins. Ol Pejeta is home to over 100 black rhinos, herds of elephants, prides of lions, elusive leopards, and even the rare African wild dog.
Perfect for photographers — animals here are accustomed to vehicles, allowing for close encounters.
10:00 AM – Visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Kenya’s only chimpanzee sanctuary, managed by the Jane Goodall Institute, offers a rare chance to see rescued chimps in a natural habitat. Learn their incredible rescue stories from expert caretakers.
11:00 AM – Endangered Species Enclosure
Meet the last two northern white rhinos on Earth, Najin and Fatu, under 24-hour armed protection. This heart-touching visit highlights global conservation efforts.
12:30 PM – Lunch at Morani’s Restaurant
Relax with a delicious lunch overlooking the plains. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available.
2:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive
Explore more of Ol Pejeta’s diverse habitats — from open grasslands to acacia woodlands. Look for cheetahs resting under trees, giraffes grazing, and hippos wallowing in the marshes.
3:30 PM – Scenic Drive Back to Nairobi
We depart Ol Pejeta, arriving in Nairobi around 6:30 PM.
What's Included
Services of an experienced English/ other language speaking safari tour guide/driver.
Olpejeta wildlife sanctuary park entry permit
Game viewing drives
Breakfast/Lunch on day safari
What's Excluded
- Bottled & Soft Drinks - Items and services of a personal nature - Tips & Gratuities.
Quick Facts
Best Time to Visit: June – October & January – March for dry weather and easy wildlife spotting
Distance from Nairobi: ~210 km / 3.5 hours each way
Ideal For: Big Five lovers, photographers, and conservation travelers
FAQs – Ol Pejeta Day Trip from Nairobi
Yes, the Ol Pejeta Conservancy is approximately 3.5 hours from Nairobi by road, making it ideal for a 1-day private safari from Nairobi. With an early departure (around 5:30 AM), you’ll have plenty of time for a full game drive, a visit to the chimpanzee sanctuary, and even the northern white rhino enclosure — all in one day.
Ol Pejeta offers one of Kenya’s best Big Five experiences. You can expect to see:
Black and white rhinos
Lions, elephants, and buffalos
Reticulated giraffes, zebras, impalas, and more
Plus: chimpanzees at the Sweetwaters Sanctuary
Ol Pejeta is the only place in Kenya where you can see both chimpanzees and rhinos on the same safari. It's also home to the last two northern white rhinos in the world, making it a globally important conservation hub.
This is a private Ol Pejeta day trip, which means your group gets:
A private safari vehicle (van or 4x4 Land Cruiser)
A personal driver-guide
A flexible itinerary tailored to your interests
Ol Pejeta offers excellent game viewing year-round. However, the best time for clear skies and optimal wildlife sightings is during the dry seasons:
January to March
June to October
Early morning departures help maximize time in the conservancy.
The Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary visit is included by default. The northern white rhino enclosure visit is optional and comes with an additional conservation fee (~$50) per person.
We recommend booking both for a full experience.
Yes — we include lunch at Morani’s Restaurant inside the conservancy, or we can provide a packed picnic lunch if you prefer to eat in the wild. Vegetarian and special diet options are available on request.
Yes. If your flight arrives before 6:00 AM, we can arrange JKIA Airport pickup and return by evening. It’s one of our most popular Nairobi layover safaris.
Absolutely. We often combine Ol Pejeta with:
Mount Kenya tours
Let us know your travel dates, and we’ll create a custom Kenya safari itinerary that includes Ol Pejeta.
