Where to stay near Ol Pejeta
There are three main choices. You can stay in a hotel or guesthouse in Nanyuki, in a lodge or camp inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy, or on one of the conservancy's own campsites. Each changes your day: the further from the gate you sleep, the more of your morning goes on the road.
This page describes the types and the camping rules, and it does not rank individual properties. Room rates are set by each property, so check them with the place you choose. If you prefer your transfers and entry arranged, compare the Ol Pejeta day trips and safaris first.
Nanyuki hotels and Ol Pejeta camps compared
What each kind of stay means for your day.
| Stay | Where | Good for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel or guesthouse | Nanyuki town | Shops, meals, a wider choice of rooms | Daily transfer to the gate, and entry paid each day |
| Lodge or camp | Inside the conservancy | Early drives and evenings among the animals | Rates and meals differ by property |
| Campsite | Inside the conservancy | Self-catering trips | Armed ranger required, fees extra |
For most visitors with a driver, a night or two inside the conservancy is the better choice. It removes the daily gate transfer and lets you drive in the hours when animals are most active. Choose a town stay if you want to see Nanyuki, or if you plan to climb Mount Kenya next.
Our pick: two nights included
This three-day trip includes two nights in the conservancy with meals, so you do not have to book a bed separately.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Ol Pejeta tours and safaris from Nanyuki
Game drives, rhino and chimpanzee visits and day trips, with live prices and availability.
Ol Pejeta camping in 2026
Costs, rules and what the campsites provide.
Fees
Camping costs KES 3,500 per adult and KES 1,750 per child per night in 2026. Conservancy entry is extra. Overnight guests have 24 hours of entry, and leaving and coming back means paying entry again, so plan to stay inside.
Park fees →Ranger
An armed ranger is required for camping at KES 5,000 per ranger per night. It is a fixed cost and not a tip, and it is not part of the camping ticket.
What you bring
Sites are booked exclusively in advance. Bring your own equipment, food and drinks. Sites come with toilets, waste bins, a fire pit, a water wagon and firewood. Collecting firewood yourself is not allowed.
Four-wheel drive in the rains
In the rains of April and May and of September and October, you need 4WD to reach the campsites. See the weather guide for the seasons.
Ol Pejeta accommodation: sites by setting
Where the campsites sit.
By the river
Some campsites lie on the river. Do not assume that swimming is allowed anywhere. Ask a ranger first.
Near the marsh
Some campsites sit near marshland. Expect wet ground after rain.
By a waterhole
Some campsites are beside a waterhole.
There are six to seven campsites, so ask which ones are bookable when you reserve. The same applies to any date in the high season: June to October and January to February.
Plan the rest of your trip
More to read before you book a bed.
Nairobi to Nanyuki
Road, flights and the time you need.
Nanyuki
What the town offers if you stay there.
Weather and best time
Rains, dry months and what they mean for camping.
For huts and lodges on the mountain, see Mount Kenya where to stay.
Nanyuki hotels and camps: frequently asked questions
Should I stay in Nanyuki or inside Ol Pejeta?
Inside the conservancy if you want early and late drives without the transfer. In town if you want more choice, shops and a base for Mount Kenya.
How much does camping in Ol Pejeta cost?
KES 3,500 per adult and KES 1,750 per child per night in 2026, plus conservancy entry and KES 5,000 per ranger per night for the required armed ranger.
Do I need a four-wheel drive to camp?
In the rains of April and May and of September and October, you need 4WD. Outside those months, ask when you book.
Can I collect firewood?
No. Collecting firewood yourself is not allowed, and the camping provider supplies it.
Is this the official Ol Pejeta accommodation website?
No. This is an independent guide. It is not run by, or connected to, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, any hotel, lodge or camp, or any operator.