Overview
Meru National Park is an ideal park for the lovers of animals especially the safari lovers, The park is in eastern part of Kenya. With an area which is over 870 square kilometers, the park supports a rich and diverse cross section of ecosystems ranging from grazing lands to riverine forests, woodlands, wetlands and others. A variety of animal species regards this kind as most suitable for the purpose. Meru especially is famous all thanks to the story about ‘Born Free,’ the lioness named Elsa, and the conservationists Joy and George Adamson. Visiting the park is always a pleasure as it is the least crowded park as compared to other park in Kenya.
Wildlife encounters
Meru National park is known to have a rich variety of fauna, this makes the experience that is offered, unique. In the wild tourists will be able to witness a sighting of buffalo, lions, cheetah, leopards, elephants and also several species of antelopes. It also offer an opportunity to observe these great creatures in the natural habitats as well as playing a vital role in the protection of black and white rhinos.
Bird watching haven
Meru National Park is heaven sent for bird lovers, with over 400 species of birds confirmed. Birding safaris are a crucial activity because of the existence of the African fin-foot and the beauty of the sun-birds-sub-species. Rich in birding opportunities are options that consist of Savannah, woodland and wetland types of habitat.
Scenic beauty and attractions
There are two ways through which visitors can have magnificent views of the park; walking safaris, and guided game drives. The fauna is blessed with spectacular backdrop of Mount Kenya and the neighboring river systems. Among the amenities available in the park are well-furnished hotels as well as camping areas which make it possible for the guests to appreciate this unique wilderness despite these facts making it quite remote. Meru is quiet and out of the way making it ideal for those who seek a more laid back, intimate safari experience in Kenya as a result of its untouched beauty and uniqueness.