Behind the Scenes – Ol Pejeta Sweetwaters Chimpanzee

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Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Nanyuki, Kenya
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Duration

0-3 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

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

At Ol Pejeta, find a rare chance to view chimpanzees behind the scenes and learn about their everyday care. Though not native to Kenya, chimpanzees face significant threats in the wild, mostly from habitat loss and commercial hunting for bushmeat. This encounter provides an exclusive glimpse into the efforts toward protection and care for these incredible animals.

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

Highlights

  • Observe chimpanzees in their habitat and learn more about their daily lives.
  • Learn about the difficulties wild chimpanzees experience, including habitat loss and poaching.
  • See the commitment of those who take necessary care for the chimpanzees.
  • Understand how important sanctuaries are for protecting threatened chimpanzee populations.

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 Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary (transportation not included).
  • Check-in and participate in a brief orientation with a sanctuary staff member. Learn about the sanctuary's mission, the chimpanzees' history, and important safety protocols. Pass through a footbath to disinfect your shoes as a biosecurity measure.
  • Enter the designated viewing area for a unique behind-the-scenes look at the chimpanzees in their enclosures. Observe their social interactions, playful behaviors, and feeding time (conducted by caregivers only).
  • Your guide will answer your questions and share insights into the chimpanzees' daily care, including enrichment activities and their individual personalities.
  • Take some time for photography outside the chimpanzee houses (remember, photography is not allowed inside).
  • Depart from the chimpanzee sanctuary with a newfound appreciation for these remarkable primates.

(Optional):

  • Explore the wider Ol Pejeta Conservancy on a game drive (not included in the behind-the-scenes tour) and see a variety of wildlife, including rhinos, lions, and zebras.
  • Visit the Equator marker located within the conservancy and snap a photo straddling two hemispheres!

  • Group Size: Limited to a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 8 people, subject to the welfare of the animals at the time of your visit.
  • No Physical Contact: Absolutely no physical contact is allowed between visitors and chimpanzees.
  • Feeding Restrictions: Visitors are not allowed to feed the chimpanzees; feeding is done exclusively by caregivers.
  • Disease Prevention: To minimize the risk of transmitting human diseases, visitors must maintain a distance of 7 meters from the chimpanzees.
  • Footbath: Guests must pass through a shoe disinfection point (footbath) before entering the sanctuary.
  • Health Requirements: If you are sick with a cold, flu, or any other contagious illness, a behind-the-scenes visit to the Chimpanzee Sanctuary will not be possible.
  • Supervision: All behind-the-scenes visits will be accompanied by a staff member from Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
  • Behavioral Control: If the chimps become uncontrollable, sanctuary staff reserve the right to ask visitors to leave.
  • Restricted Areas: The chimpanzee night holding facilities (houses) are off-limits to visitors.
  • Photography: Photography is only allowed outside the chimps' houses.

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

Durations

0 - 3 hours

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

Protecting threatened chimpanzee populations depends critically on sanctuaries such as Ol Pejeta. While they raise public awareness and education about conservation, they offer a safe refuge from threats including habitat destruction and illegal wildlife trade.

By taking part in this tour, you directly help the sanctuary to care for chimpanzees and increase awareness about the threats they endure.

You can donate to sanctuaries like the one at Ol Pejeta Conservancy or support groups striving to safeguard wild chimpanzees.

Where you'll be

Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Nanyuki, Kenya

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