Kenya Wildlife Sanctuary
Kenya is known across the globe for its wildlife.
There are a vast array of habitats and ecosystems, from grassland savannahs, mountains, forests to coral gardens.
Vipingo Ridge is focussed on developing Kenyan coastal and marine habitats. For over 15 years we have been developing an sisal estate into a sanctuary for both people and the indigenous Kenyan wildlife.
A vision of conservation
In 2006 the development team began to focus on native species of plants and trees. As well as growing and planting, they also restricted the growth of invasive non-indigenous flora and fauna.
The tree nursey was founded in 2009, collecting seeds from trees in the region and around 35,000 seedlings were planted. This planting programme continues today and has included many varieties of trees, even the iconic Baobabs, the namesake of our PGA golf course.
Today those efforts have resulted in a transformed landscape.
Now, Kenyan and particularly coastal trees and plants dominate the landscape. These revived habitats have welcomed back the insects, birds, reptiles and a vast variety of species.
Living in a sanctuary
To protect the vast array of species the development has wildlife corridors connecting the habitats together. Following the national concept in Kenya, these areas enable to wildlife to roam around the estate, utilising the 2,500 acres.
There also is a dedicated area with restricted human access, set aside for wildlife. This is the Vipingo Ridge Wildlife Sanctuary.
This area includes a number of different types of habitats. At the heart of this coastal haven is the Chodari Dam. Soar above this stunning scenery.
Winning space for wildlife
In 2020 the development joined a new programme in partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS). This animal rescue and breeding programme returned larger herbivore species to Vipingo Ridge. These species include varied bloodline of zebra, impala, eland, oryx and water buck - as well as three rescue baby giraffes.
We have eleven specially trained Rangers on site to monitor and protect the animals, ensuring there is a positive symbiosis between them, the environment and Vipingo Ridge’s members and guests.
Our secure, walled estate also has security for the wildlife.
Our Rangers work with the local community to improve education. We focus on targeting any temptations to poach or adversely impact the wildlife. This has helped the resident Bush buck, Duiker, White Tailed Mongoose, Genet, Bush Pig and even Suni populations to thrive as well.
