Set against the dramatic backdrop of Mount Kenya, the Laikipia Plateau is one of Kenya’s most rewarding and diverse safari regions, celebrated for exceptional wildlife viewing, pioneering conservation, and a wide range of exclusive accommodation. Covering more than 9,500 square kilometres, Laikipia stretches west and north from the slopes of Mount Kenya toward Lake Baringo, with the Equator running directly through its heart.

Laikipia is renowned for its network of privately managed wildlife conservancies, including Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Loisaba Conservancy, Solio Game Reserve, and Sabuk Conservancy. These protected areas offer some of the most flexible safari experiences in East Africa, including off-road game drives, guided walking safaris, horseback riding, camel trekking, night drives, and cultural encounters.

The plateau supports the highest diversity of endangered species in East Africa, making it a vital stronghold for conservation. Rare species found here include Grevy’s zebra, Jackson’s hartebeest, and African wild dog, alongside healthy populations of elephant, lion, leopard, and cheetah. Laikipia is also one of the best places in Kenya to see reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, and Beisa oryx, species seldom encountered elsewhere in the country.

Combining dramatic landscapes, innovative conservation models, and outstanding wildlife density, the Laikipia Plateau delivers a safari experience that is both deeply immersive and meaningfully sustainable—ideal for travellers seeking exclusivity, variety, and a genuine connection to Kenya’s wild spaces.