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About Meru National Park

Meru National Park is one of Kenya's most beautiful and less crowded safari destinations. It features lush forests, open grasslands, rivers, wetlands and stunning natural landscapes. The park is famously associated with Elsa the lioness from the story and film Born Free. Visitors can enjoy peaceful game drives, exceptional birdwatching and diverse wildlife encounters.

Mid-Range Tented Safari Camp 4.6

Ikweta Safari Camp

Located just a short distance from Murera Gate, the main entrance to Meru National Park, Ikweta Safari Camp offers comfortable and affordable safari accommodation in a peaceful natural setting. The intimate, owner-operated camp features spacious permanent guest tents surrounded by landscaped gardens, combining authentic safari charm with practical modern comforts. Guests enjoy delicious full-board meals, friendly personalised service and easy access to Meru’s remarkable wildlife and scenic landscapes. With its swimming pool, relaxing outdoor spaces and welcoming atmosphere, Ikweta Safari Camp is an excellent choice for couples, families and travellers seeking an enjoyable safari experience at good value.

Spacious permanent safari tents En-suite bathrooms Private verandas Swimming pool

$140 / night

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Luxury Eco Tented Safari Camp 4.8

Rhino River Camp

Set along the beautiful Kindani River on the western edge of Meru National Park, Rhino River Camp offers an intimate luxury safari experience surrounded by lush riverine forest. The camp features stylish tented accommodation designed to blend naturally with its peaceful surroundings, providing guests with comfort, privacy and a genuine connection to nature. Its location near the park’s rhino sanctuary makes it an excellent base for wildlife exploration, while the tranquil riverside setting offers a relaxing escape after exciting game drives. Guests can enjoy exceptional birdwatching, guided safari experiences and warm personalised hospitality.

Luxury tented accommodation En-suite bathrooms Swimming pool Riverside setting

$350 / night

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Ultra-Luxury Safari Lodge 4.9

Elsa’s Kopje

Perched dramatically on Mughwango Hill inside Meru National Park, Elsa’s Kopje is an exclusive luxury safari lodge offering spectacular views across the surrounding wilderness. Inspired by the remarkable story of Elsa the lioness, the lodge blends natural stone architecture, elegant interiors and personalised hospitality. Its beautifully designed cottages provide privacy and comfort, creating an unforgettable setting for couples, families and discerning safari travellers. Guests can enjoy guided game drives, rhino tracking experiences, birdwatching and scenic excursions through one of Kenya’s most beautiful and less-crowded national parks.

Luxury safari cottages En-suite bathrooms Swimming pool Restaurant

$594 / night

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