Kenya · Group joining · Budget safari
Rivers, doum palms and quiet tracks
Three days in Meru National Park, a less-visited wilderness east of Mount Kenya known for its rivers, scenery and links to the Adamson story.
Price on request
The journey in brief
The experience
Meru National Park lies on the eastern side of Mount Kenya, where the land drops towards dry country cut by rivers. It sees far fewer vehicles than the Mara, which gives game drives a quieter, wilder feel.
The route drives north via Thika, Nyeri and Meru town. A full day in the park includes Adamson's Falls and the area associated with George and Joy Adamson, whose story inspired Born Free.
A full day exploring Meru's rivers and valleys
Adamson's Falls and the Adamson story
Fewer vehicles than Kenya's better-known parks
Scenic drive past the slopes of Mount Kenya
The route
Nairobi
Meru National Park
Nairobi
Nairobi → Meru National Park → Nairobi
Day by day
Timings are approximate. Your guide adjusts each day around road and wildlife conditions.
Day 1 / Nairobi → Meru National Park
Drive north via Thika, Karatina, Nyeri and Meru town, arriving in time for lunch. After a rest, set out on a first afternoon game drive through the park.
Day 2 / Meru National Park
Leave with a packed lunch for a full day crossing Meru's valleys and river crossings. Visit Adamson's Falls and the area linked to George and Joy Adamson, with time for birdwatching along the riverbanks.
Day 3 / Meru National Park → Nairobi
An early game drive before breakfast, when animals are most active. Return for a full breakfast, check out and drive back to Nairobi.
Where you stay
This budget safari uses the camps and hotels listed below. Where a stop says 'camp/lodge', we confirm the property with your quote.
Meru National Park · 2 nights
Accommodation pattern: Budget · Overnight at the camp/lodge.
This safari is priced for your exact dates. Lodge rates, park fees and availability vary through the year, so we confirm a written price once we know your dates and party size.
Prices can depend on travel dates, party size, accommodation availability and changes to park fees. All terms are confirmed in writing before you book.
The details
Before you travel
Check passport validity and entry requirements for every country on your route with official government sources before you travel.
Ask a travel-health professional about vaccinations and malaria precautions, and take out travel insurance that covers your activities.
A soft bag is easiest in safari vehicles. If any part of your trip includes light-aircraft flights, baggage limits apply.
Weather and wildlife movement change through the year. Tell us your dates and we will explain what to expect.
Questions travellers ask
Group-joining safaris follow the published route so everyone travels together. If you want changes, ask us about running the route privately.
Prices for this safari depend on your dates, party size and accommodation availability, so we quote for your exact trip.
We reply with availability, any suggestions for your dates and a written quote. Nothing is booked until you have agreed the quote and booking terms.
No. Wildlife is free-ranging and sightings vary. Your guide will plan each day around conditions to give you the best chances.
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