Elsa's Kopje, located in the heart of Kenya's Meru National Park, is a luxurious and intimate safari lodge renowned for its breathtaking views and exclusive atmosphere. Perched on a hill overlooking the park, the lodge offers stunning vistas of the surrounding wilderness and Mount Kenya. Named after the famous lioness Elsa, who was the subject of the book "Born Free," the lodge emphasizes conservation and community engagement. Guests can enjoy personalized service, guided game drives, and walking safaris, all while experiencing a deep connection with the pristine African landscape.
Meru National Park, covering 1,800 square kilometers within a 5,000-square-kilometer ecosystem, features diverse landscapes from forests to semi-desert plains. Elsa’s Kopje, located on Mughwango Hill, provides panoramic views of Mount Kenya and is close to George Adamson’s camp, where the lioness Elsa from "Born Free" lived. With only two lodges, guests enjoy exclusive access to the park's vast wilderness. The park hosts iconic wildlife like lions and elephants, rare species such as caracals and Lesser Kudus, and a significant 84-square-kilometer rhino sanctuary with over 60 rhinos.