Porini Rhino Camp is located in Ol Pejeta Conservancy - a 90,000 acre wildlife reserve, situated between the foot hills of the Aberdares and snow-capped Mount Kenya. Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees and boasts an astounding variety of animals including all the 'Big Five' - the endangered black rhino, leopard, elephant, buffalo and lion.
Lodge Details
Style
A small camp with spacious, comfortably furnished tents.
Setting
Hidden in a secluded valley amongst shady acacia trees Porini Rhino Camp lies on the banks of a seasonal river. The camp is located in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, which also incorporates the smaller Sweetwaters Game Reserve. As well as being a sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees, the conservancy boasts an astounding variety of animals, including all of the ‘Big Five’.
Accommodation & Facilities
The solar-powered camp consists of six spacious tents, each comfortably furnished with an en-suite bathroom, flush lavatory and safari shower.
Dining
Delicious food is served in comfortable dining areas, either under cover or alfresco.
Activities
Day and night time games drives operate in open-sided 4x4 safari vehicles, with sundowners at scenic viewing points being all part of the experience. A big draw is that all of the 'Big Five' have been seen on game drives from the camp. Bird-watching excursions and escorted walks with Masai guides are also on offer.
Child Policy
Porini’s Rhino Camp does not accept children under 8 years.
Responsible Tourism
The aim of Porini camps is to assist local communities in utilising the land and wildlife as a resource; communities receiving economic benefits, such as income and employment opportunities, in return for conserving the wildlife and natural habitat.
Porini’s Rhino Camp is closed between April and May