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Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia

Kicheche Laikipia: Information from the owner

General information

Type
Safari Lodge
No. of rooms
6
Check-in time
1100hrs
Check-out time
1000hrs

About this information

All the information on this page is supplied to us directly from the lodge owner and reflects their view, not ours.

For Expert Africa's view, see our own full report on Kicheche Laikipia, which contains our own observations and views.


Last updated by Owner
15 Feb 2024
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Facilities at Kicheche Laikipia

Property facilities
24-hour Security, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Malaria Free, Restaurant
Room facilities
Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Verandah
Activities on site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Canoeing, Cycling, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Nearby activities
Animal Encounters, General Sightseeing, Horse-back Safaris, Rhino Tracking
Languages
English, Swahili

Room types at Kicheche Laikipia

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Double king size

1 double king size bed

Spacious, fully insect-proof, and equipped with Podocarpus beds, Egyptian cotton linen, bedside tables, luggage racks, and Indian rugs. Bathrooms are en-suite and are equipped with a dresser, shower, a flushing toilet, and a wash basin with running water. There are very comfortable chairs on the veranda of each tent where you can watch the world go by.

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Family Suite

2 bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms. The bedrooms are connected by a lounge furnished with a sofa and small table enabling private dining.

Quad

1 double king size, 2 single beds

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Single

1 single bed

Spacious, fully insect-proof, and equipped with Podocarpus beds, Egyptian cotton linen, bedside tables, luggage racks, and Indian rugs. Bathrooms are en-suite and are equipped with a dresser, shower, a flushing toilet, and a wash basin with running water. There are very comfortable chairs on the veranda of each tent where you can watch the world go by.

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Triple

3 single beds

Spacious, fully insect-proof, and equipped with Podocarpus beds, Egyptian cotton linen, bedside tables, luggage racks, and Indian rugs. Bathrooms are en-suite and are equipped with a dresser, shower, a flushing toilet, and a wash basin with running water. There are very comfortable chairs on the veranda of each tent where you can watch the world go by.

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Twin

2 single beds

Activities at Kicheche Laikipia

Baraka (The blind Rhino) Visit

Black rhino Baraka lives in what used to be Morani’s 100-acre enclosure, carrying the flag for his predecessor. Baraka was born in the wild in Ol Pejeta, but lost sight in both eyes due to a fight and then a cataract. Baraka now lives in the enclosure, located next to the Morani Information Centre, for his own safety, and has taken to his new role as rhino ambassador.

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Canoeing

The little lake in front of Kicheche Laikipia Camp offers the unique opportunity of canoeing just
in the middle of the conservancy with a chance of viewing the animals coming to drink.

Inclusive in our package rate (Maximum 2 pax)

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Chimpanzee visit

Enjoy a unique opportunity of viewing chimpanzees and learn more about the day to day care of the chimpanzees in our care. Chimpanzees are not indigenous to Kenya and Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary is the only

place to see them in Kenya.

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Endangered Species Enclosure

The last remaining animals of this species were translocated to Ol Pejeta and it is hoped will create the nucleus of a successful breeding program. In addition to the Northern White Rhino with the last 3 remaining in the world, it is home to a number of endangered species including the locally threatened Jackson’s hartebeest and Grevy’s zebra. It is possible to visit the enclosure during your visit at Ol Pejeta Conservancy.

Per Person enclosure entrance: US$ 60.00 (Min 2 pax)

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Game walk

A different perspective is gained through escorted walks on the savannah. Our interpretive guides will point out the spoor of a leopard, the nest of a rare bird or signs of recent migration activity that would pass unnoticed by the eyes of strangers.

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Horse Riding

Take a morning or an evening ride within the

600-acre Endangered Species Enclosure, accompanied by knowledgeable staff on Ol Pejeta’s safari horses. These rides will take you on a journey through a predator-free area set aside by Ol Pejeta for the recovery of the northern white rhinoceros.

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Morning or Afternoon Game Drives (approx 3-4hrs).

Watching wildlife at close range, but without encroachingontheirspace,isendlesslyfascinating and our guides’ instincts and experience will provide superb photo opportunities of wild animals. Our safari customized 4WD vehicles are designed to give ever a perfect view.

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Mountain Biking

It is a very different mode of safari on a bicycle, an experience you will remember! Includes a short game drive en-route to the designated riding area and we adapt our ride to your fitness. Allow 3 hours for the execution.

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Ngare Ndare Forest visit – Kicheche Laikipia

A full day trip to the beautiful Ngare Ndare Forest located outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Guided walk in the forest, bird watching, canopy walk, picnic lunch. Back to camp by sunset.

Complimentary excursion for min 2 pax, must be pre-booked.

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Night game drives

Night Game Drives are offered to enable guests the chance to observe lesser seen nocturnal species. Our vehicles are fitted with a hand held filtered spotlight and resident species include aardvark, genet, bat-eared fox, striped hyena, serval, honey badger, civet and zorilla.

Research & Education centre

Wildlife Educational Centre contains a range of wildlife exhibits and background on the Conservancy and it’s operations, an interesting stop for children and adults alike.

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