Sanctuary Tambarare Camp

Sanctuary Tambarare Camp is located within the wildlife-rich plains of Ol Pejeta Conservancy, one of Kenya’s most important conservation areas.

Positioned beneath the dramatic slopes of Mount Kenya, the camp offers an intimate safari experience within a landscape known for its thriving rhino populations and expansive savannah plains.

Although Ol Pejeta is widely recognised for its conservation work, it also provides excellent wildlife viewing. Consequently, Tambarare Camp offers both strong safari encounters and meaningful conservation experiences in the Central Highlands.

Landscape & Setting

The plains of Ol Pejeta stretch across the foothills of Mount Kenya, creating a landscape where open grasslands meet forested mountain slopes.

During clear mornings the peaks of Mount Kenya rise dramatically above the horizon. Meanwhile, the surrounding plains support large numbers of wildlife moving between waterholes and grazing areas.

Because the conservancy is privately managed, wildlife viewing often feels quieter and more controlled than in busier national parks. As a result, guests frequently encounter animals without large numbers of other vehicles nearby.

Accommodation

Sanctuary Tambarare Camp is designed as a small luxury tented camp, offering an intimate safari atmosphere within the conservancy.

Accommodation includes spacious safari tents featuring:

Large canvas bedrooms with comfortable seating areas
Private verandas overlooking the plains
Ensuite bathrooms with modern fittings
Classic safari design blended with contemporary comfort

The tents are carefully positioned to maintain privacy while still offering wide views across the surrounding landscape.

Safari Experience / Activities

Ol Pejeta offers one of the most diverse safari programmes in Kenya’s Central Highlands.

Activities available from Tambarare Camp include:

• Game drives across Ol Pejeta Conservancy
• Visits to the northern white rhino sanctuary
• Exploring the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary
• Guided nature walks and conservancy drives
• Wildlife viewing beneath Mount Kenya

In addition, the conservancy allows guests to engage directly with some of Africa’s most important conservation initiatives.

Wildlife

Ol Pejeta Conservancy supports an impressive variety of wildlife species.

Wildlife sightings often include:

• Black rhinoceros
• White rhinoceros
• Elephant and buffalo
• Lion and leopard
• Grevy’s zebra
• Numerous plains antelope

The conservancy is also home to the last remaining northern white rhinos, making it one of the most significant conservation sites in the world.

When to Visit

Sanctuary Tambarare Camp can be visited throughout the year.

June – October
The dry season offers excellent wildlife viewing conditions.

December – March
Clear skies and warm days often provide beautiful views of Mount Kenya.

April – May / November
Rainfall during these months brings greener landscapes and quieter safari conditions.

Thanks to the cooler highland climate, the region remains comfortable in most seasons.

Insider Tips

Early morning game drives often provide the best wildlife sightings as animals move across the plains in cooler temperatures.

Because the conservancy sits beneath Mount Kenya, sunrise frequently offers the clearest views of the mountain’s peaks.

In addition, visiting the northern white rhino sanctuary early in the day allows more time to understand the conservation work taking place there.

Oloi Shorua Must-Do

Visit the northern white rhino sanctuary in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, where the last surviving northern white rhinos are protected under constant monitoring.

This experience offers rare insight into one of the most important wildlife conservation efforts in Africa.

Oloi Shorua Recommendation

We recommend combining wildlife drives across Ol Pejeta with a visit to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, which cares for rescued chimpanzees and forms an important part of the conservancy’s conservation work.

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At Oloi Shorua we design bespoke safari journeys that combine the finest lodges across Africa’s most remarkable wildlife landscapes. Speak with us to begin planning your safari.