Overview

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 4x4 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

Highlights

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

Activities

Bush dining
Picnics
Game drives

Rooms

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

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.

Facilities

Enjoy game-drives in open 4x4 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.

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.

General facilities

Bar
Swimming Pool
Curio or Gift shop
Laundry service
Spa
Wi-fi available

Rates

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USD

Dates	Board	Price
2022-07-01 — 2022-10-31	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$730
2022-11-01 — 2022-12-19	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$615
2022-12-20 — 2023-01-04	Game Package (Meals, Select Transfers/Activities)	$730

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.
Request a quote or speak to one of our African Safari Experts for the best, most current rates available.

Traveller Reviews

Elsa's Kopje

Paul Harris

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 real

Talal Alnafisi

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

Robert England

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 ou

Weam Behbehani

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 we

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