Overview of Elsa’s Kopje

Elsa’s Kopje is an award-winning and private safari lodge in Kenya’s Meru National Park. Named after the famous lioness reared by George and Joy Adamson of Born Free fame, the camp is located in an area of open plains, doum palms, baobab trees and lush flora. The cottages at Elsa’s Kopje are designed to incorporate the natural rocky hillside and make for an exclusive safari retreat.

Enjoy game drives in open 4×4 vehicles in the company of knowledgeable driver-guides. Nature walks and night game drives can also be arranged in the national park, while a rafting trip on the Tana River provides a unique way to view wildlife. In between safari activities you can enjoy the additional activities such as taking a dip in the pool, unwinding with a massage, or browsing the library and on-site gift shop

Rates

Competitive rates for unforgettable experiences
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Date Board Price
04/01/2024 - 31/03/2024 Game Package $695
01/04/2024 - 31/05/2024 Game Package $520
01/06/2024 - 30/06/2024 Game Package $695
01/07/2024 - 31/10/2024 Game Package $875
01/11/2024 - 19/12/2024 Game Package $695
20/12/2024 - 03/01/2025 Game Package $875

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Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently.

Please treat all pricing as a guide only:
  • All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
  • Single supplements may apply.
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Highlights & Activities

What's on offer whilst on this itinerary?
  • Diverse landscape & variety of wildlife
  • Site of the original camp from the book & film Born Free
  • All cottages have beautiful views
  • Honeymoon suite for something special
  • Elsa's Private House is set apart from the main lodge
Bush dining

Bush dining

Cultural visits

Cultural visits

Game drives

Game drives

Picnics

Picnics

Rooms at Elsa's Kopje

Unwind and relax, in your own private luxury
  • honeymoon-suite

    Honeymoon Cottage

    Honeymooners can choose between two suites that each have a double bed, private decks and a romantic outdoor bathtub or a large triple-volume cottage with a sitting room and a private deck.

    • family-cottage

      Family Cottage

      The Family Cottage has two en suite bedrooms (one double bed and one set of twin beds, making it ideal for a couple with two children), a sitting room and an expansive private verandah. This 2-bedroom cottage is set slightly apart from the others and is ideal for families with children or small groups. Elsa’s Private House is set apart from the rest of the lodge, providing you with complete exclusivity and privacy. This villa consists of a double bedroom and spacious twin room, en suite bathrooms for both rooms, and a living area that spills onto a private deck with your own swimming pool.

      General Facilities

      Enjoy game-drives in open 4×4 vehicles with experienced guides and rafting on Tana River.

      Unwind beside the swimming pool that offers exceptional views; pamper yourself with a massage, or browse the library and on-site gift shop.

      Bar

      Bar

      Curio shop

      Curio shop

      Laundry service

      Laundry service

      Spa

      Spa

      Swimming pool

      Swimming pool

      Wi-Fi available

      Wi-Fi available

      Dining

      Meals at Elsa’s Kopje feature traditional northern Italian cuisine blended with a selection of local and international dishes, freshly baked bread, crisp salads, and locally-grown vegetables.

      The staff can also arrange a bush breakfast, a picnic lunch or sundowners in the park.

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      Traveller Reviews

      • PH

        Elsa’s Kopje… wow! The bungalows constructed in the rocks with the myriad Bush Babies everywhere including on my bed was just another out of body experience. The walk to the restaurant along the rock ledge and the wet edge pool gave a sense of really being in the bush. Looking down on the plains and seeing for miles was spectacular and we really enjoyed our meal times which were exceptional.

        Paul Harris
      • TA

        Elsa’s Kopje Lodge is very beautiful, the manager Julia and the rest of the staff are fantastic.

        Talal Alnafisi
      • RE

        Elsa’s Kopje was really great as well. The lodgings were really unique and charming. This was one of the best-run camps we’ve ever been in over our five safaris and the level of service was outstanding. They cleaned the rooms every time we stepped outside, four or more times a day, without being the least intrusive. The outdoor breakfast was so memorable.

        Robert England
      • WB

        To begin with Elsa’s Kopje resort in Meru National Park for being our first itinerary and stop. The lodge was fascinating and we felt like being out of no where in top of the hell with magnificent view of the whole park. The staff and the services were just perfect; they did their best to accommodate our needs. The food was delicious and very well served in elegant way. The guided safari Mr. Josef was so professional in spotting animal tracks and made our safari so enjoyable and informative.

        Weam Behbehani
      • WB

        To begin with Elsa’s Kopje resort in Meru National Park for being our first itinerary and stop. The lodge was fascinating and we felt like being out of no where in top of the hell with magnificent view of the whole park. The staff and the services were just perfect; they did their best to accommodate our needs. The food was delicious and very well served in elegant way. The guided safari Mr. Josef was so professional in spotting animal tracks and made our safari so enjoyable and informative.

        Weam Behbehani