Ecotourism at Lewa and Ol Pejeta
As the year 2008 comes to a close, I guess most of us are thinking of how to give back to the community – charity. Did you know that by merely staying at some camps and lodges in Kenya you would have contributed immensely to conservation efforts? I would like to point out a few places- not in any particular order – that by your residence you will fund Conservancy efforts.
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy:
This conservancy is in Laikipia, Northern Kenya now has 61 black rhinos and 44 white rhinos. Lewa is home to 20% of the world population of endangered Grevy’s zebra. Sitatunga – aquatic antelope are also found at this conservancy.
Lewa Conservancy also hosts the annual Safaricom Marathon. Accommodation at Lewa Consevacy is a lodge; Lewa Safari Camp.
Lewa Safari Camp
Lewa Safari Camp is luxurious, with 12 tents with ensuite bathrooms; 9 twins, 2 triples and 1 double. Each tent has an en-suite bathroom with hot and cold running water and flush toilets. The camp has a dining room and bar. There is also a provision of wireless internet access.
A swimming pool, massage, manicure and pedicure facilities are provided to visitors.
Activities at Lewa Safari Camp include game viewing, bird watching, horse and camel trekking.
Book Lewa Safari Camp with us.
The Ol Pejeta Conservancy:
The Ol Pejeta Conservancy is the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa, and home to 43 orphaned chimpanzees at the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. It is also the closest place from Nairobi – Nanyuki – to see the Big Five.
Ol Pejeta House
Ol Pejeta House
Ol Pejeta House has 2 superior guest rooms with queen size beds, ensuite bathroom, dressing room and large balcony with excellent view of game teeming plains; 2 standard guest rooms with double bed, ensuite with bathroom and terrace; Buffalo Cottage with 2 Deluxe Rooms and a Fireplace.
General facilities include dining room, 2 lounges, swimming pool and business facilities. Access to Sweetwaters chimpanzee sanctuary.
Book Ol Pejeta House with us.
The staff and Management at Kenya One Tours would like to wish you a good time in the festive season and a prosperous 2009.
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