Meru National Park

Meru National Park, near Mount Kenya, is a crucial wildlife sanctuary known for the Big Five animals. It's famous for protecting rhinos and is where the story "Born Free" took place, featuring a lioness named Elsa. Elsa's Kopje, named after her, reminds visitors of this story, inviting them to explore its history.

Established in 1966, Meru National Park was once the home of conservationists Joy and George Adamson, who raised the famous lioness Elsa from the "Born Free" story. The park is home to various wildlife, including endangered Grevy's zebras, black rhinos, giraffes, cheetahs, waterbuck, eland, bush pigs, and hippos. It also boasts over 427 bird species. The park has been crucial in protecting and restoring animal populations, especially after challenges like poaching. Visitors can also learn about the cultural heritage of the indigenous Meru people and their traditions.

 Entry Fees:
Park Entry Fee Per Person:
Citizen: Adult – KSH 300, Child – KSH 215
Resident: Adult – KSH 300, Child – KSH 215
Non-Resident: Adult – USD 52, Child – USD 35

Vehicle Fee Per Day:
Less than 6 seats - KSH 300
6 to 12 seats - KSH 1030
13 to 24 seats - KSH 2585
25 to 44 seats - KSH 4050
45 seats and above - KSH 5000

Special Activity Charges:
Night Game Drive (per person per trip) – KSH 2155
Guided Tours (per guide up to 4 hours & over 4 hours) – KSH 1720 / KSH 3015
Horse Riding (without rider) – KSH 2585
Private horses (per day) – KSH 1030
Walking Safaris (per person per day) – KSH 1500
Cycling (per day) – KSH 215

Entrance Gates:
Meru National Park has three main entrance gates that provide access to the park - 
1. Murera Gate: The Murera Gate is located in the eastern part of Meru National Park. It is the main entrance gate for visitors coming from Nairobi or the Mount Kenya region. The gate is closest to the town of Meru, which is approximately 20 kilometres away.
2. Ura Gate: The Ura Gate is situated in the northern part of Meru National Park. It is the closest entrance gate to the town of Meru, approximately 10 kilometres away. The Ura Gate offers convenient access to visitors travelling from the Meru area.
3. Kina Gate: The Kina Gate is located in the western section of Meru National Park, close to the Kina Rock area. It provides access to visitors coming from areas such as Nanyuki or Nyeri. The Kina Gate is approximately 50 kilometres from the town of Meru.