Laikipai is a wonderful destination in Kenya that is regarded as the access to the wild Northern edge of the country’s area is untamed with a small number population and the bigger area is covered by ranches. The main economic activity done in the area is agriculture as well as tourism; this is because the area has a temperate climate that favors the growth of crops and rearing of animals.
The most amazing aspect about these ranches is that cattle shares land with some of the wildlife. Currently this wildlife has become important to the community. Many ranches have been set up with homestays, lodges, guest houses that have helped the area to develop. The ranches are also increasing because of its tourism that is giving support to the local people. As they conserve their wildlife, they are well assured of living a better life.
The local communities are working together to emerge small farms into large ranches, this is the only way they can be maintained and looked after so well, something to take note of is that the tourism sector has boosted so fast compared to agriculture and herding of Laikipia.Poeple use their land favorably and productive to able to benefit from the two sectors. Considerably they preserve more of their wildlife because they believe they will benefit from it as well.
These ranches have made the area a great spot and still bonded the community people to live as one. These community ranches have made Kenya famous because people visit the area to learn more about the cultural views of the people verses the modern world we are in today.
Laikipia popular for its amazing wilderness, the wildlife move freely without anybody harming them.Laikipia National Reserve is a home to many wildlife for example buffalo,leopard,lion,elephant as many others. The area has come up with several conservation efforts and some ranches have been turned into homes for Rhinoceros.
Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Ol Pejeta is a home to many chimpanzees that were saved from pet and poarchers.It is because of this reason that the sanctuary was put in place to give protection to the homeless chimpanzees.
Touring a private ranch in this area is the best way to discover Kenya’s wilderness, all this is seen as you drive through the national parks. What makes Laikipia a unique destination is because of its freedom to do as you please which is not found in any part of Kenya.
Visiting a private ranch will give all the experience you need to get, they are so many activities to do and if not it’s the best place to relax from with a cool atmosphere that is smoothing to the soul. Game viewing in this area is one of its kind; it’s so adventurous and friendly to its visitors.
Touring Laikipia is a tailored made package, you visiting depends on what you want see or do with the help of an expert guide. As a tourist to this area, you have all the opportunity to discover the wild at your pace without anyone rushing you. The experience is memorable and exciting to all visitors.