Become a K-9 Handler for a Day at Ol Pejeta Conservancy

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Duration

0-3 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

6 people

Languages

English

Overview

Visitors to the unique protected area of Ol Pejeta Conservancy can directly help conserve wildlife. Apart from the last two northern white rhinos and the Big Five, it supports communities nearby with education and health programs.

See Ol Pejeta’s anti-poaching dog squad. Talk to the dog keepers to find out how to look after our specially trained canine team. Try to hide from the sniffer dogs during the kennel tour. To see whether the bloodhounds can locate you, run, jump, twist, turn, and hide within the Morani Information Center area. This is not only a lot of fun, but it also gives the dogs great training.

Your safari at Ol Pejeta offers an opportunity to assist wildlife. Here, you will be involved in actual conservation efforts and help to create lasting change even after you depart.

Highlights

Discover why the K-9 unit is so important for anti-poaching campaigns.
See other dog specialties including suspect apprehension, scent tracking, and ammunition detection.
Join a bloodhound in an interactive dog-tracking exercise. Watch it track a modeled poacher's scent or run and hide for the dog to find.
Learn about the rigorous training these K-9 partners go through.

Included/Excluded

A friendly professional guide

Personal expenses
Insurance
Drinks and meals
Pickup and drop-off
Donations towards supporting the organization
Additional Services not mentioned

What to expect

Arrive at the Morani Information Centre at 8:30 AM (the designated starting point).
Meet the Ol Pejeta rangers and receive a briefing about the K9 unit's role in conservation.
Learn about the different specializations of the K9 dogs.
Participate in the interactive dog tracking activity:
- Take turns running and hiding for the bloodhounds to track you by scent.
- Observe the dogs following a simulated poacher's scent trail.
Witness the skills and training of these remarkable canines firsthand.
Gain valuable insights into anti-poaching efforts and the importance of K9 units.

Physical interaction with the dogs will be relatively restricted.
This activity is not suitable for children under the age of 12.
If you don't have transport to the starting point, the conservancy can arrange for you to be picked up (within the conservancy) for an extra fee.

You can cancel up to 48 hours before the experience starts for a full refund.

Durations

0 - 3 hours

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

You'll learn about the K-9 unit, participate in a tracking exercise with a bloodhound (both hiding and observing), and gain insights into their training.

Yes, the activity is conducted in a controlled environment with experienced handlers.

Closed shoes, sunscreen, and a hat are recommended. Opt for neutral-colored clothing.

This activity is not recommended for children under 12 years old.