Colobus Conservation
Colobus Conservation
4.5
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
About
Colobus Conservation was established in 1997 as a not-for-profit organisation to promote conservation of the colobus monkeys and address the threats to its survival. The organization works in partnership with local communities to promote the conservation of the colobus, along with other endemic primate species, and the unique coastal forest habitat on which they depend. Today Colobus Conservation programmes focus on habitat conservation and community linkages as well as human/primate conflict management, welfare, education and research. The objectives and work of Colobus Conservation is recognised internationally by AZA Colobus Species Survival Plan (SSP), Pan African Sanctuary Alliance (PASA) accreditation and are supported by well known conservationists Jonathon and Angela Scott through their role as Patrons.
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Meike D
6 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
A very educational and informative trip to the conservancy. We weren’t actually able to see any Colobus monkeys, but that’s the nature of not keeping them caged (which is obviously good!) The cages you do see are there for good reasons explained by the tour guides, so no need to worry.
Written August 18, 2023
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Michaela P
Weston super Mare, UK6 contributions
Oct 2022
We visited the Colobus Conservation one morning whilst staying near by and it was a really great experience. Maria welcomed us in, explained about their work and gave us a tour. She was really knowledgeable and clearly passionate about what they do. All the team are clearly doing a wonderful job and the impact they are having is incredible. I would definitely recommend a visit to support them, and get to see this wonderful place.
Written November 13, 2022
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PAT JC FRANCE
68 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
...but not an unending experience.
The centre is fighting the danger of extinction that threatens the species. Colobuses are historically hunted for fur, are victims of deforestation with habitat that is currently extremely limited, and are unsuitable for urbanization. The species is very beautiful indeed and clearly deserves protection, like other endangered species.
It is about collecting injured animals and returning them to natural life after care.
We are greeted by a Guide imbued with the gravity of the conservation mission that briefs on the state of the Colobus population, presents the sheltered animal rehabilitation cages and takes a walk (5 minutes) in a piece of local primary forest.
Overall, counting the time at the end of the visit during which one is invited to adopt a Colobus (do not leap too high, there is no question of going home with a Colobus), participate in the construction of a training room, etc., the visit takes a small hour.
The 1000 KSH entry fee is worth the expense, it's good for the conscience, it's always good.
The centre is fighting the danger of extinction that threatens the species. Colobuses are historically hunted for fur, are victims of deforestation with habitat that is currently extremely limited, and are unsuitable for urbanization. The species is very beautiful indeed and clearly deserves protection, like other endangered species.
It is about collecting injured animals and returning them to natural life after care.
We are greeted by a Guide imbued with the gravity of the conservation mission that briefs on the state of the Colobus population, presents the sheltered animal rehabilitation cages and takes a walk (5 minutes) in a piece of local primary forest.
Overall, counting the time at the end of the visit during which one is invited to adopt a Colobus (do not leap too high, there is no question of going home with a Colobus), participate in the construction of a training room, etc., the visit takes a small hour.
The 1000 KSH entry fee is worth the expense, it's good for the conscience, it's always good.
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Written July 20, 2024
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Eveeh
Doha, Qatar26 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
If you are looking for a place to waste money, then this is definitely the place. It is a Colobus conservation with NO COLOBUS monkeys reason being they get stressed easily (that's what we were told). The place was full of the same baboons and monkeys you see along the road so there wasn't much to see, the surroundings weren't as well kept and although the guide was nice, he wasn't sure of the answers he was giving.
The only interesting thing was a monkey with Albinism. Really cute.
The only interesting thing was a monkey with Albinism. Really cute.
Written January 6, 2024
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Hannah T
43 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
A nice hour strolling about the center watching and learning about the different monkeys with a guide. It really feels like they're doing something good. Saw all 4 types of monkeys - Colobus, Sykes, Baboons, Vervet
Written April 5, 2024
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Susan
Hamburg, Germany137 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
The organization collects donations to help the monkeys. Everything is being done here to save the colobus monkeys from extinction. It is very interesting what they are doing. It is a facility where very dedicated people care for injured and young monkeys and prepare them for release into the wild. Anyone who thinks they will see lots of monkeys running around here is in the wrong place. They are all in cages and you are not allowed to go near the cages to observe the monkeys. They should learn to grow up in their natural environment. What these employees are doing here is a commendable task.
Written November 15, 2023
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Voyager2
Chippenham, UK410 contributions
Feb 2023
Visited with friends. Pretty run down buildings but nice guide. Walked around the messy grounds which have loads on baboons and saw where injured animals were cared for. But after about 50 min we left without even seeing or hearing a colobus. So absolute waste of time and money.
Interestingly we played golf one day and a small group around the course, and them some around the hotel.
Interestingly we played golf one day and a small group around the course, and them some around the hotel.
Written February 15, 2023
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PinkIncs
Corsham, UK72 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
We visited during normal opening hours, the place was scruffy and looked like a deserted house. We thought we had the wrong place. Staff seemed confused why we were there and informed us the guide had gone to the shops, they didnt know when they would be back. We felt a bit relieved to not have to go through with the tour. There were a few large monkeys cages around the driveway but nothing spectacular. Really disappointing.
Written April 10, 2021
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Sue A
London, United Kingdom36 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
Our guide was lovely and very well informed. We only saw 1 Columbus, the rest were baboons that ruled the grounds and stopped us going to the nursery. Little run down but funds are probably used for the animals.
Not a ‘must do’ for me the entrance fee goes to a good cause.
Not a ‘must do’ for me the entrance fee goes to a good cause.
Written October 20, 2024
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Jens J
Hamburg, Germany20 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
Was a very nice experience to be here. It is a nice initiative that helps to protect the monkeys. Many are being killed by cars or non-insulated powerlines and efforts being done by the conservatory to improve the natural habitat of the monkeys. We enjoyed the short tour. Don't expect to see too many monkeys though.
Written October 15, 2020
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The wildlife is safe, just wondering where the human beings went, on a serious note the animals are faring better than us, the weather has been good so alot of food for them in most parks. I recently visited Nairobi national park and was lucky to see the lion's just laying near the road, yet it was around midday, maybe due to less human traffic, they don't bother hiding
Written July 1, 2020
Are the animals in cages? This is kinda zoo?
Written January 24, 2020
As has been said its about conservation and the efforts made to allow the animals to survive in an urban environment. The tour is very much designed to raise awareness, and in some respects aimed at school trips. You will see monkeys and possibly other animals that have been rescued, but its not a 'zoo'. Many staff are volunteers. We paid cash, whether their card machine ever works I do not know, so definitely take cash - knowing it is going to a good cause.
Written July 9, 2019
Hi. How long does a tour take? Will 2 hours in the afternoon be adequate?
Written June 18, 2019
Yes sure, more than enough, though they will ensure you are fully satisfied before leaving the conservation.
Written August 4, 2019
Do I need to book a tour in advance?
What times are the tours starting?
Written October 7, 2018
There’s no harm in letting them know you’re coming as they get lots of school visits, but they didn’t have specific tour times, so let them know when is best for you and I’m sure you can arrange a good time. Enjoy it!
Written October 7, 2018
Do I need to book a tour in advance?
What times are the tours starting?
Written October 7, 2018
Halo,
To visit Colobus, you do not need to book in advance. You can visit anytime between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.
Karibu!
Written December 5, 2018
Do I need to book a tour in advance?
What times are the tours starting?
Written October 7, 2018
You don't have to book a tour in advance.
They open for guided primate eco-tours from Monday to Saturday from 8am to 5pm.
For further information, you can contact Colobus Conservation at
00254711479453
Written October 7, 2018
What is the best way to get from the resorts on Diani beach to the Colobus conservation centre for an eco-tour?
Also, how long can visitors visit for?
Written March 28, 2018
Thank you to everyone for responding! I hope you were able to visit us and had an enjoyable time!
Written April 14, 2018
Hi I visited in 2011 when betsy was a baby and have just booked for 2017 and wondered if she was still.OK. Wendy xx
Written November 21, 2016
Hi Wendy,
Betsy is still with us and doing well. She lives with 4 other colobus and is a surrogate other to a young male colobus. She is great at greeting all new arrivals and looking after them. She should still be here when you visit next year, so please do come for a visit!
Written November 22, 2016
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