Duma is a registered Boerperd from South Africa. He flaunts the classical Boerperd colouring, movements and temperament, making him a popular choice at ol Donyo.

His registered name is Keeversfontein Cheetah, so we called him Duma which means Cheetah in Swahili.

He is a solid, very gentle horse, making him suitable for any riding ability, but he is prized for taking such good care of novice riders.

Empakai is a registered Boerperd from South Africa.

His looks and conformation meant he was used for Stud Work in South Africa, but he has taken Safari Life comfortably in his stride. He is named after the astonishing Empakai crater, near the active volcano ol Donyo Lengai.

He has a willing attitude to his work, and is a comfortable intermediate ride.

Kimbia is a Boerperd/Friesian cross. His breeding gives him the size and elegance of a Friesian and the durability of a Boerperd; the perfect Safari Horse.

He was previously used as a trail and cattle horse in South Africa, so knows all about other animals.

Kimbia is a true gentleman. He knows and loves his job and a very reliable novice ride.

Kerimasi is a Boerperd/Arabian horse from South Africa.

He is a steady horse who enjoys longer rides through the bush. Even though he has recently lost his sight in one eye, Kerimasi remains a brave lead horse, and popular intermediate ride.

At night, from the stables you can hear all sorts of wildlife; lions roaring, elephants moving through the bush… but loudest of all is Kerimasi sound asleep and snoring!

Koroya is our beautiful Shire/Boerperd stallion, who also came from South Africa.

He is bold and is always keen to be at the front of the ride! He carries himself very well, and his beauty makes him real favourite with our riders who enjoy their photography! Koroya is as brave as they come, so makes to be a very valued lead horse at ol Donyo.

Mahale is a Boerperd from South Africa.

He has a stunning canter, making him popular with adrenaline seeking riders, but he can sometimes be a little skittish of sudden movements in the bush!

He has a big goofy character and the kindest heart; he is a real favourite at ol Donyo!

Manchira is a big, sensible thoroughbred.

He came up from South Africa, where he was somewhat of a celebrity! He has a Hunting and Eventing background, and has been used in several movies, where he was used as a stunt horse because of his calm nature.

This, combined with his endurance, makes him a valuable safari horse.

His experience in the bush has earned him an impressive scar, from where he was gored by a buffalo in 2018!

Narok is a Boerperd from South Africa

Before he came to Kenya, Narok was used in many movies and advertisements! See if you can spot him in the movie ‘The Salvation’!

When he wasn’t on film shoots, he was a trail horse, which set him up perfectly for life in the bush.

He is kind and reliable, making him a wonderful choice for all abilities.

Rokare is a striking Shire/Thoroughbred cross from South Africa.

For a stallion he is remarkably laid back, taking everything in his stride and really suits Safari life. He is fairly bomb-proof and takes excellent care of his riders in the bush.

He is a powerful horse and a popular experienced ride.

Samanche is a Crabbet Arabian from South Africa.

His breed is the perfect endurance horse, and indeed this was the life he led before he arrived in the Chyulus. He competed in endurance races across South Africa and Namibia, in distances up to 160km!

As a result he is quite a fast horse that is always gunning to be at the front – despite his age! Because of this he is more suited to lightweight intermediate riders.

Selous is a gentle giant Friesian cross.

He is quite something to behold, with the most divine temperament.

He has a slow and sure footed gait that is ideal for novice riders, and has become a real gentleman in his old age.

Zulu is a Boerperd from South Africa.

Zulu arrived in the Chyulu Hills in 2006, where he quickly became a yard favourite. He loves people, has exquisite manners and the right brain for Safari. He has a very soft mouth, so goes the best when ridden in a loose contact. His energetic trot means he is a good fit for young and fit riders with suitable experience.

Kalahari is a Thoroughbred/Shire horse from South Africa.

His size and stature mean he is ideal for our taller and heavier guests! He has a big, powerful stride so covers the plains effortlessly, not batting an eyelid at the Chyulu Hills Wildlife.

He is such a sweet boy and a real favourite with Intermediate riders.

Mwezi is a Boerperd from South Africa.

He is the perfect allrounder – he responds to voice commands, so is an ideal novice horse, but also a really easy intermediate ride.

He is one of our hardest working horses at ol Donyo, and everyone’s favourite!

Sabre has Thoroughbred, Shire and Percheron in his breeding.

Sabre is our weight carrier, and is mostly used for novice rides because of his gentle personality.

Whilst he isn’t particularly athletic, he is happiest when he gets to go out with an experienced rider and have a canter on the plains.

Kalacha is one of our only Kenyan bred horses! He is an ex-racehorse, so needs a light and experienced rider. He is very forward going and not a lot phases him, so he is often leading the herd out on rides!

He has beautiful paces and a lovely big canter to take riders across the plains.

Xango is an Anglo Arab from Zimbabwe.

He has a big personality and loves cantering, but can be a bit of a wimp! Whilst he is happy to stare down an elephant, he is easily frightened by stones and butterflies.

He makes for a very enjoyable intermediate ride for a jockey with lots of confidence.

Chui is one of our Kenyan-bred superstars.

His good looks make him a very popular horse at ol Donyo, and his personality is the cherry on top! He is small but compact, and great fun to ride on the plains.

Chui only arrived with us in 2022, but has already won the hearts of a number of intermediate riders

Cohiba is a rising star in the ol Donyo stables.

He is very young so we are taking it slowly with him but has all the promise to be a fantastic safari horse. He is brave and has incredible paces – likely down to his sire being one of the UKs top eventing stallions!

He is just learning about life on safari at the moment, but will be an exhilarating intermediate ride in the future

Kibo is a Boerperd cross and is one of our 2023 arrivals! He came from Mount Magic Stud in Cape Town.

He is a lovely quiet boy with fantastic uphill paces and a very genuine character.

He took to the safari life straight away; not only is he the perfect choice for young riders or small adults, he also is a fantastic and very sensible lead horse!

Lebombo is a very striking Percheron all the way from Mount Magic Stud in Cape Town. His appetite is almost as big as his bottom and he loves hanging out around the yard, making sure we are all doing our jobs!

Shortly after he arrived at ol Donyo, it was obvious this horse was born to be on safari – he is brave and relaxed about life, and whilst his true passion is sunbathing, his build and breeding mean he is the ultimate Safari Horse, able to carry weight over longer distances.