Laikipia is Home to the Worlds Most Endangered Animal Species
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- Author Lucy Maruhi
- Published May 16, 2007
- Word count 334
Recently, if you had asked me about Laikipia District, it would have been a nightmare to describe this vast plateau bordering central Kenya Highlands and the north west of mount Kenya. It is difficult to ignore Laikipia today as one of the most favored tourist destinations in Kenya. Vacationing in Laikipia could be one of the most memorable and exiting experiences any family will always remember for a lifetime
This Region is home to the worlds most endangered animal species including black Rhinos with a world population of two thousand animals, five hundred of which live in Kenya's Laikipia District. Most of this Black Rhinos live on the 400 Square Kilometer Ol pajeta Ranch.
The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Laikipia holds the vast majority of elephants with their spectacular migration from the Laikipia north to the Samburu Highlands during the rainy season. This heavy guarded conservancy also holds one hundred black and white rhinos whose sight is spectacular to behold, especially at night sited around a campfire around animal watering holes. Elephants, Leopards, Zebras and Gazelles interact freely and its a sight to behold.
The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy also supports half of the worlds remaining Grevy's Zebra. A species that has disappeared from its natural habitat in Ethiopia and Somalia. You could also be treated to the sight of African wild dogs which move in packs of ten to sometimes twenty or more. For the more adventurous families, camel Safaris will come in hardy.
The wildlife ranches around Laikipia District are one of the best kept secrets in Kenya today, with an all Inclusive Game drives and Visits to rhino sanctuaries. One need not worry about accommodation in Laikipia. There are various lodges, camps and stone cottages surrounding this magnificent land as you enjoy all inclusive day and night game drives and entertainment around man made animal waterholes.
If you are looking for a romantic retreat, bringing the family on vacation, or traveling alone, Laikipia adventure awaits you as one of Kenya's many wildlife ranches.
Lucy Maruhi is a tour operator and has been organizing and reporting on Vacation, Travel and Tours for years. For more information on Laikipia, visit her site at Laikipia
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