Laikipia

Northeast of the Great Rift Valley and northwest of the snow-capped Mount Kenya, the high plains of Laikipia are emerging as one of Kenya's top safari destinations, rivaling the Maasai Mara for the overall experience, if not for sheer wildlife numbers.

Situated between Mount Kenya and the northern deserts, these expansive rangelands are crossed by streams and rivers that flow year-round into the Ewaso Nyiro, northern Kenya's largest river.

Once a patchwork of vast ranches and still a key livestock region, Laikipia is now home to some of Kenya's most inspiring conservation success stories. The area is carefully managed to protect wildlife, encourage intimate and adventurous safari experiences, and provide income for local communities, including the Samburu, Ilaikipiak Maasai, and Mokogodo Maasai.