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3 Days Meru Safari Tour

3 Days Meru Safari Tour

Experience the wild beauty of Meru National Park on a thrilling 3-day safari featuring diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable game drives.

3 days / 2 nightsPrivate safariMid-range lodges & tented campsRequest a Quote

Overview

A quick look at this safari

Duration

3 days

Destinations

Custom route

Style

Private

Accommodation

Mid-range lodges & tented camps

Vehicle

4x4 safari land cruiser with pop-up roof

Guide

Professional local safari guide

Starting price

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Availability

Flexible dates, 2026 / 2027 / 2028

Discover the untamed beauty of Meru National Park on this exciting 3 Days Meru Safari Tour. Known for its rich wildlife, scenic landscapes, rivers, and tranquil wilderness, Meru offers an authentic safari experience away from the busier tourist circuits.

Your safari begins with a journey from Nairobi to Meru National Park, where you will settle into your safari accommodation before heading out for your first game drive. Over the following days, explore the park's diverse habitats in search of elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and numerous bird species.

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives led by experienced safari guides, with opportunities to observe wildlife in its natural environment and capture memorable photographs. The park's rivers and varied vegetation create a beautiful setting for both wildlife viewing and relaxation.

This 3-day Meru safari is ideal for travelers looking for a short but rewarding Kenya wildlife adventure, combining game viewing, beautiful scenery, and the peaceful atmosphere of one of Kenya's lesser-explored national parks.

Safari expert's note

For the best Meru safari experience, start your game drives early in the morning when wildlife is most active. If your schedule allows, choose a private safari vehicle for greater flexibility and more time to explore the park's diverse habitats and wildlife.

Day by day

Your itinerary

Day 1 · Nairobi → Nairobi

Day 1: Nairobi to Meru National Park – Afternoon Game Drive

Your 3 Days Meru Safari Tour begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi. Travel north through the scenic central Kenya countryside, with views of Mount Kenya and the surrounding agricultural landscapes, before continuing toward Meru National Park. Meru National Park is approximately 348 km from Nairobi by road, with access via routes through Nyeri–Nanyuki–Meru or Embu. Arrive at Meru National Park around lunchtime and proceed to your safari lodge or tented camp for check-in and lunch. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in Meru National Park. Explore the park's savannah, woodland and riverine habitats while looking for elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and predators. Meru is particularly known for its diverse wildlife, including elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, buffalo, rhino, Grevy's zebra, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and reticulated giraffe. As the sun sets, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay. Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Safari Lodge/Camp Activity: Afternoon Game Drive Destination: Meru National Park

🍽 Full Board🛏 Safari lodge/ Camps

Day 2 · Meru National Park → Meru National Park

Day 2: Full-Day Meru National Park Game

Drive – Rhino Sanctuary & Elsa's Grave Wake up early for a morning game drive in Meru National Park, when wildlife is generally active and the morning light provides excellent conditions for photography. After breakfast, continue exploring different sections of the park, following the rivers, open plains and woodland areas in search of wildlife. A major highlight today is the Meru Rhino Sanctuary, home to both black and white rhinos. Kenya Wildlife Service describes the sanctuary as offering one of the park's best opportunities for viewing these endangered species in the wild. Continue toward Elsa's Grave, one of Meru's most famous historical attractions. Meru is closely associated with Joy and George Adamson and Elsa the lioness, whose story became internationally known through Born Free. Enjoy a picnic lunch or lunch at your lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive along Meru's riverine areas. The park's rivers and varied habitats create opportunities to see elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and numerous bird species. KWS notes that Meru has more than 400 recorded bird species. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Safari Lodge/Camp Activities: Full-Day Game Drive, Rhino Sanctuary, Elsa's Grave Destination: Meru National Park

🍽 Full Board 🛏 Safri lodges/ Camps

Day 3 · Meru National park → Nairobi

Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Meru National Park to Nairobi

Wake up early for your last morning game drive in Meru National Park. This final safari drive gives you another opportunity to search for wildlife and explore areas you may not have visited during the previous two days. Depending on your interests, your guide can focus on wildlife photography, bird watching, elephants, predators or the park's distinctive northern Kenya species. Return to the lodge for breakfast and check-out. Begin your journey back to Nairobi, with a stop for lunch along the way. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon or evening, marking the end of your 3 Days Meru National Park Safari from Nairobi. Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch Activity: Morning Game Drive Destination: Nairobi

🍽 Breakfast and Lunch

The route

Your journey on the map

Pricing

What this safari costs

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1570 Per person Sharing

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What drives the price

  • · Season — peak season (roughly June–October and late December) costs more than green season.
  • · Accommodation level and whether camps are inside or outside the parks.
  • · Group size — per-person costs drop as your party grows.
  • · Flying between parks versus driving adds convenience and cost.
  • · Park entry fees, which vary by country and park.

Timing

Best time to travel

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Green months (highlighted above) balance value and scenery; dry months concentrate wildlife around water and are easiest for travel. We'll advise the best window for your goals.

The details

What's included

Included

  • Transport in a safari vehicle from Nairobi and back
  • Services of a professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
  • Accommodation for 2 nights
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Game drives as indicated in the itinerary
  • Visit to Meru Rhino Sanctuary
  • Visit to Elsa's Grave
  • Bottled drinking water during game drives
  • Park-related safari activities as specified in the itinerary,

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Alcoholic and other personal beverages
  • Laundry services
  • Items not specifically mentioned under inclusions
  • Optional activities
  • Any increase in park fees, taxes or government charges introduced after booking

Optional add-ons

Private Safari VehicleLuxury Accommodation UpgradeExtra Game DriveRhino Sanctuary ExperienceBush Breakfast or Bush LunchAirport/Hotel TransfersSingle Room Supplement

Who this safari suits

First-time visitorsCouplesFamiliesHoneymoonersPhotographersGroupsSeniorsSolo travellers

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