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Pour yourself a cuppa and get stuck in as we share travel tips and ideas, recipes, inspiring stories and more on our blog…
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Pour yourself a cuppa and get stuck in as we share travel tips and ideas, recipes, inspiring stories and more on our blog…
Planning a family safari in Kenya? Discover why Ol Pejeta Safari Cottages is perfect for kids of all ages — private guides, flexible schedules & unforgettable wildlife.
A road trip to Ol Pejeta allows you to experience Kenya at ground level; you travel through changing landscapes, pass local towns and farmland, and watch the scenery slowly transform into open savannah, turning the journey itself into part of the adventure. Here’s what you can expect from the drive…
The Ol Pejeta Conservancy is one of central Kenya’s most rewarding destinations for birdwatching. With diverse habitats ranging from open savannah to riverine woodland and acacia groves, the conservancy supports an extraordinary variety of birdlife throughout the year including endemic and migratory species. So whether you’re a dedicated birder with an extensive birding list, the birder who loves to obsess over the LBJs (little brown jobs) or simply someone who enjoys spotting wildlife in all its forms, birdwatching at Ol Pejeta offers all safari-goers a peaceful, immersive bird watching experience.
When most people think of a Kenyan safari, they think of the famous Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. While our wonderful home on Ol Pejeta Conservancy is easily one of the best places in Africa to see these iconic animals (if we do say so ourselves), what truly sets it apart is the extraordinary diversity of wildlife you’ll encounter beyond these more famous species.
Get stuck into a safari on the award winning Ol Pejeta Conservancy, enjoy big cats moments, iconic backdrops and exquisite beaches on a safari holiday to Kenya Safari in February.
Meet Mike, Hezzie, James and Sam; Ol Pejeta Safari Cottages guiding team and learn more about how they discovered found their passion in sharing the wonders of the natural world with our guests.
Crisp mornings, unique photographic opportunities, the drama of an African rainstorm; Google may say that an April Kenya safari is a no-go but here’s why you why should ignore Google and do it anyway.
Welcome to the Spinners and Weavers. A wonderful group of women supporting widowed and disadvantaged women the opportunity to learn new skills and to gain employment in Nanyuki town.
Welcome the new year on a Kenya Safari in January to get your year off to an incredible start! Incredible wildlife, sweeping wild spaces and moments that will stick with you forever from your home-away-from-home at The Safari Cottages. Here are five things we love about Kenya in January.
Read more about the history of Ol Pejeta and how it transformed from a large, successful cattle ranch to a model for wildlife conservation and the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa.
If you’re wondering if it’s a good idea to escape the Christmas chaos and spend December on safari in Kenya this year the answer is absolutely yes! Here’s why you need to stop what you’re doing and book that trip immediately.
A traditional Kenyan beef stew is made up of really simple ingredients, is super saucy and easy to whip together. Here’s our take on this camp favourite.
Following the recent release of The Last Rhinos: A New Hope we’re sharing a little more background into how the last two Northern White Rhinos left on the planet came to be here, the work Ol Pejeta is doing to bring them back from extinction and how you can see them today.
Here’s what your day looks like when you book a day trip to Mt Kenya for a mini mountain hike, taking in the unique flora and fauna and astonishing views!
Here’s what you need and what you can leave behind on your holiday. Our top tips for packing for a Kenya safari.
A chat with Yoga for the Wild founders Kat Macleod and Laura Messer on what it is that has them returning to The Safari Cottages every year to lead their Kenya yoga retreat raising funds and awareness for wildlife conservation.
If you’re considering booking your safari to Kenya in September then here are five reason why this is your best idea yet!
An interview with the owners offering a sneak peak into what it’s like living our dream of owning and managing our very own safari camp in Kenya!
Explore more of Kenya’s hidden gems on a day trip to Ngare Ndare forest: wander along the Ngare Ndare canopy walkway and take a dip in the crystal clear falls.
A map of Kenya’s most popular regions and understanding the logistics of getting between them. This blog will help you plan your Kenya safari holiday.
If you’re thinking of a Kenya family safari holiday but you’re nervous about traveling with children, especially young children, we’re here to bust a few myths and tell you why taking children on safari is actually a great idea!
Think Kenya in May is a bad idea? Think again. The Safari Cottages are open all year on all-weather roads — here's why May might be your best safari yet.
Here’s what you can get up to on a 3 day safari on Ol Pejeta when you stay with The Safari Cottages
Our classic and much loved Kenyan Chapati recipe fresh from Sonja’s cookbook; Footprints in the Butter
Learn all about Kenya: when to go, what to expect and more, from our guide written by people on the ground living in and exploring the country for the last fifteen years.
Get top tips for your safari to Ol Pejeta Conservancy from award-winning wildlife photographer and conservationist Margot Raggett MBE. Learn about cameras, lenses, the best time of day to shoot and everything you need to know to get the most out of your wildlife and safari photography.