Rhino Conservation
Visit Lewa, Borana and Ol Pejeta — the conservancies that pioneered private rhino protection in Kenya.
Laikipia & Loisaba
A 9,500 km² conservancy mosaic north of Mount Kenya — home to half of Kenya's black rhino, all of its Grevy's zebras, and some of the most innovative community-led conservation work in Africa.
Overview
Laikipia is private-conservancy Kenya at its purest — a working ecosystem where ranches, communities and wildlife share the land. Sirikoi, Lewa Wilderness, Loisaba and Segera Retreat lead the way.
Laikipia at a Glance
- Location
- Central Kenya
- Size
- 9,500 km² (private conservancies)
- Altitude
- 1,500 — 2,500 m
- Best Time to Visit
- Year-round
Key Attractions
Walking & Horseback Safaris
Laikipia is one of the few places in East Africa where horseback safari is offered — a quiet, low-impact way to cross the savannah.
Grevy's Zebra Spotting
The endangered Grevy's zebra has its global stronghold across Laikipia and Samburu — distinctive and beautiful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Laikipia is private — a working mosaic of conservancies and ranches rather than a public reserve. Expect off-road driving, night drives, walking, horseriding and a small number of vehicles per sighting. Predators are present but not as densely as the Mara.