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The Meru National Park offers a diversity of animals unrivalled by any other park in East Africa.
A boutique lodge, Elewana Elsa’s Kopje is sculpted around the Mughwango hill, the individual open-fronted cottages offer sweeping views over the Meru plains. Elewana Elsa’s Kopje is named after Elsa the lioness from the book ‘Born Free’.
Fish in the streams and meander back to camp on a night game drive, listening for the calls of the wild.
Africa is undeniably romantic, and three Honeymoon Cottages at Elsa's Kopje offer the ultimate in romance and seclusion.
Two of the Honeymoon Cottages feature a main double bedroom, ensuite bathroom, a small private deck and gorgeous outdoor bath.
The third honeymoon cottage is a large three-leveled luxury suite, with main double bedroom, bathroom, open sitting room and a private deck.
Elsa's Private House is an exclusive accommodation set slightly apart from the rest of the lodge. It is an exclusive retreat for families, with its own garden, infinity pool, sitting room and dining area.
The Private House has a double ensuite master bedroom with bath and an outdoor shower, and a twin ensuite bedroom with shower. Private House can fit two extra beds, for children under 16yrs.
The family cottage consists of an ensuite double bedroom, ensuite twin bedroom, joined by a sitting room and large private decking. The family cottage also offers an outdoor bath.
The family cottage can fit two extra beds, suitable for children under 16yrs.
Safari Cottage
Nestled into the hillside and overlooking the vast plains of Meru National Park, each of Elsa’s Kopje’s six open-fronted cottages are uniquely designed incorporating the features of the kopje, and enjoying a magnificent view.
Each cottage consists of a main bedroom, ensuite bathroom and sitting area/private deck.
Five doubles, one twin. Two cottages offer day/extra beds to make triples.
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Baby Sitting, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Children Friendly, Cinema, Communal Dining, Credit Card Facilities, Drivers Cabin, Eco Friendly, Guided Tours, Halaal, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access, Kiddies Club, Kosher, Laundry Service, Library, Meal On Request, Mobile Connectivity, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Parking, Pool, Power Generator , Restaurant, Room Service, Secure Parking, Shops, Smoking Section, Spa, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Driver's cabin, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Shower, Family Safari Tent, Fan, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Lounge, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Oil/Paraffin Lamps, Outside Shower, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Smoke Alarm, Solid Base Camp Beds, Twin Bed, Vanity Cabinet, Verandah, Wardrobe
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Baby Sitting, Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Catch-and-release Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, High Tea, Massages, Night Drives, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Sleep Outs, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Big 5, Bird Watching, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Hiking, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Game package - included
Full board - extra
Scheduled and shared game drives - twice daily
The Elsa’s Kopje guides know their backyard intimately. All the guides are Bronze, Silver and Gold level KPSGA certified.
Meru’s rich wildlife diversity includes rare species specific to Northern Kenya, such as Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, as well as an abundance of common game. An 84km2 sanctuary at the heart of the park is home to some 70+ Black and White Rhino.
Night Game Drive | Min-2 : Max-6 guests**
2 or 4 hour guided walking safari with professional guide.
Game package - included
Full board - extra
Take the time to leave the car behind and enjoy a slower pace. Talk a walk up to the very top of Mughwango Hill, enjoying a 360 degree view from snow-capped Mt Kenya in the west to the vast Meru plains to the east.
Bush Breakfast / Lunch.
Game package - included
Full board - extra
Adult & Child rates are different.
Alongside a freshly brewed coffee, drink in the sights and sounds of the African bush over a full breakfast, served with a view over the plains or along the Tana river.
Game package - included
Full board - extra
Adult & Child rates are different.
“Sundowners” are an old tradition after a day of safari: stop and watch the spectacular sunset with, traditionally, a gin and tonic in hand.
Fishing | Hand line, catch-&-release, with guide.
Game package - included
Full board - extra
Take your rod, afternoon tipple with some canapés and a good book, and settle on the palm lined banks of one of Meru’s many rivers. The fishing is fun, with plentiful catfish, tilapia and barbell.
Picnic Lunch Box.
Elsa’s Kopje works with closely with the local community, and there are ways that you can get involved. For example, visit the Ura Gate Primary School that is supported by Elsa's Kopje.
School visit included in Game Package accommodation but guests are encouraged to donate towards ongoing projects, or purchase school books and supplies.
Elsa's Kopje has one of the most memorable spa's of any lodge, with a breathtaking view from the massage table. Gushing reviews and regular bookings of second and third massages during a stay are testament to this lavish indulgence to the senses.
Massages can be booked during your stay and are at an additional cost.
From the cool waters infinity pool perched on the side of the hill, the views are indeed infinite! The pool has bar service.
The Private House has its own private swimming pool.
Lunch
Lunch at property - extra cost.
Adult & Child rates are different.