![]() ![]() It was taken over by the Elewana Collection in 2015. Each cottage is crafted around the rocks, with a large bedroom, open living room, balcony and spacious bathroom, each taking advantage of the breathtaking views around it. It sits on Mughwango Hill, above the site of George Adamson’s original camp where he raised, rehabilitated and released orphaned lions. Inside are two levels, the top room leads out to the balcony overlooking the lush Meru plains while the downstairs leads to an open plan bathroom with an equally stunning view.Įlewana’s Elsa’s Kopje was built by Stefano Cheli and opened in 1999 by Dr Richard Leakey, and Virginia McKenna, the star of the 1960’s film “Born Free”, and the founder of the “Born Free” foundation. We check in to our lovely cottage, a rustic tree house overlooking the lush green forest. Here,we are welcomed by the property managers George and Theresa Van Wyk plus a few curious hyraxes running around the property.Īfter a short briefing, we are escorted to our rooms along a path, which is reminiscent of a forest filled with bird song. One hour later, we pull up to Elewana Elsa’s Kopje perched on the famous Mughwango Hill. It’s our first time in Meru National park and it’s exciting to say the least. The first thing that amazes us as we enter the park is the number of different species of birds that we spot as we make our way along the track. ![]() We chose the latter route as it was more familiar. There are two routes to Meru National Park, we soon found out, the quickest one goes through Isiolo and the other via Meru Town. It’s one of the most well-known lodges in Kenya and is steeped in history. You know that excitement when you’ve wanted to stay at a place at the longest time and a window finally opens up to do it? Well that’s how I felt when I was invited to stay at Elewana Elsa’s Kopje in Meru National Park. ![]()
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