Set in the spectacular rugged and remote Meru National Park in central Kenya, Elsa’s Kopje is sculpted into the Mughwango Hill, above the site of Joy and George Adamson’s camp where they raised and released Elsa the Lioness of Born Free fame. The only permanent lodge in the park, guests enjoy the 215,000 acre National Park and rhino sanctuary, well known for large elephant herds, lion and birdlife and more diversity of species than any other park in East Africa, pretty much to themselves.

Elsa’s is one of Africa’s most renowned elegant lodges, and here every cottage is unique in design, but all enjoy the breathtaking vistas that reach as far as Mount Kenya, the Nyambeni Hills and the Eastern Plains. Six spacious cottages, one family cottage, three honeymoon cottages and a private house compliment a magnificent bar and dining area, along with an infinity pool and massage cottage, both with spectacular outlooks over the park.

Activities on offer, over and above game drives, include visits to local community projects and schools supported by the Land & Life Foundation and fishing in the Tana or Rojewero rivers. New to 2022, Elsa’s now also offers walking safari into Meru National Park, allowing guests to be guided on foot through the ancient earth, following animal tracks and droppings and learning all about the surrounding flora and fauna. Night game drives have also been recently introduced adding yet another dimension to this incredible part of Kenya.