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Meru National Park - Home of Elsa the Lion

Discover Meru National Park, made famous by Elsa the lion, with rich landscapes, diverse wildlife and uncrowded safari experiences.

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Discover Meru National Park, made famous by Elsa the lion, with rich landscapes, diverse wildlife and uncrowded safari experiences.

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Kenya

Available tours

6

Day tours from

NZ$1074 per person

Safaris from

NZ$1358 per person

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On eligible tours below, hold your spot with nothing to pay today and pay in full a few days before travel — if plans change, the reservation releases automatically, free.

Tours to Meru National Park

6 tours and activities

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Rhinos grazing beside a safari jeep with tourists near Solio Lodge, Kenya — scene from the 8-day Meru, Samburu, Ol Pejeta & Lake Nakuru safari
8-Day Meru, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Aberdare & Lake Nakuru Safari from Nairobi

An 8-day non-standard Kenya safari circuit through Meru, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Aberdare and Lake Nakuru.

Nairobi, Kenya
8 Days / 7 Nights
From NZ$ 4605 .38

Per person, double occupancy. Seasonal variations apply.

All Fees Inclusive
Zebra with two grey crowned cranes on a grassy Meru savanna, acacia trees and blue mountains in the distance — 3-Day Meru National Park Wilderness Safari
3-Day Meru National Park Wilderness Safari leaving Nairobi

A 3-day Meru National Park safari from Nairobi for travellers seeking a quieter wilderness route, riverine habitats, rhinos and big-cat country.

Nairobi, Kenya
3 Days / 2 Nights
From NZ$ 1357 .90

Per person, double occupancy. Seasonal variations apply.

All Fees Inclusive
Close-up of a white rhinoceros grazing on lush grassland during the 5-day Meru, Samburu & Ol Pejeta Safari from Nairobi
5-Day Meru, Samburu & Ol Pejeta Safari from Nairobi

A 5-day northern conservation safari linking Meru wilderness, Samburu wildlife and Ol Pejeta rhino country.

Nairobi, Kenya
5 Days / 4 Nights
From NZ$ 2611 .49

Per person, double occupancy. Seasonal variations apply.

All Fees Inclusive
4-Day Meru & Samburu Wilderness Safari from Nairobi
4-Day Meru & Samburu Wilderness Safari from Nairobi

A 4-day northern wilderness safari linking Meru National Park and Samburu National Reserve, offering two distinct wildlife landscapes.

Nairobi, Kenya
4 Days / 3 Nights
From NZ$ 2020 .47

Per person, double occupancy. Seasonal variations apply.

All Fees Inclusive
Hundreds of pink flamingos feeding in the shallow waters of a lake, with zebras on the distant shoreline.
6-Day Meru, Mount Kenya, Aberdare & Lake Nakuru Safari departing Nairobi

6-day central and northern Kenya circuit showcasing Meru wilderness, Mount Kenya scenery, Aberdare Forest and rhino viewing at Lake Nakuru.

Nairobi, Kenya
6 Days / 5 Nights
From NZ$ 3214 .76

Per person, double occupancy. Seasonal variations apply.

All Fees Inclusive
Giraffe close-up peeking through dry branches and pale yellow blossoms in Meru National Park — Wilderness day safari by air from Nairobi
Meru National Park Wilderness Day Safari by Air from Nairobi

A premium fly-in day safari from Nairobi to Meru National Park for guests seeking a remote wilderness safari experience.

Nairobi, Kenya
1 Days
From NZ$ 1074 .30

Per person, double occupancy. Seasonal variations apply.

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About Meru National Park

Meru National Park, in eastern Kenya, is a pristine, less crowded safari destination made famous by Elsa the lioness from the book and film 'Born Free.' The park's diverse habitats—lush grasslands, rivers, swamps and forests—support a wide variety of wildlife. Visitors can see elephants, lions, cheetahs, leopards and rhinos, plus over 300 bird species. Rivers like the Tana and Rojewero offer beautiful scenery and picnic spots. Meru provides an authentic safari experience away from mainstream tourism, perfect for purists seeking solitude and adventure.

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Common questions about visiting Meru National Park

On this page: day tours from NZ$1074 per person; multi-day safaris from NZ$1358 per person. Every tour lists its exact inclusions and exclusions, so you can compare what each price covers.
Each tour on this page lists its exact inclusions. On Niroskos multi-day safaris the published price includes park entrance fees, full-board accommodation and a professional driver-guide — there is nothing to pay separately at the gate when the inclusions say so.
Yes. On eligible tours you can confirm your spot with no upfront payment and pay in full by the pay-by date shown at checkout, typically a few days before travel. If payment is not completed the reservation is released automatically with nothing owed.
Most itineraries offer both: group-joining departures at a lower per-person price, and private-vehicle options for full flexibility over pace and stops. Each tour page shows which options it offers.
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