{"id":1600,"date":"2023-06-15T10:25:43","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T10:25:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/?p=1600"},"modified":"2023-06-15T10:25:43","modified_gmt":"2023-06-15T10:25:43","slug":"meru-national-park-the-complete-wilderness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/meru-national-park-the-complete-wilderness\/","title":{"rendered":"Meru National Park the Complete Wilderness"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\" id=\"wildlife-photography-safari-in-meru-park\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/meru-national-park-wildlife-safari-murera-gate-kenya-1-of-9.jpg\" alt=\"wildlife animals of meru national park\" class=\"wp-image-1635\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" title=\"Wildlife Photography safari in meru park\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The African lion (Panthera leo) is one of the five big cats in the genus Panthera and a member of the family Felidae. Meru National Park, Kenya<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-explore-the-rich-wildlife-of-meru-park\"><strong>Explore the Rich Wildlife of Meru Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Meru National Park is a captivating and lesser-known destination that offers a serene and authentic safari experience. Popular for its wide variety of wild animals. They include; the African bush elephant, lion, African leopard, cheetah, eastern black rhinoceros, and southern white rhinoceros. Hence, duped as &#8220;<strong><em>the complete wilderness<\/em><\/strong>.&#8221; Meru is home to all the big five, small five, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/the-ugly-five-animals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ugly five<\/a>, and the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/the-samburu-special-five-wildlife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">special five wildlife animals<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\" id=\"photography-safari-in-meru-national-park\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/meru-national-park-wildlife-safari-murera-gate-kenya-2-of-9.jpg\" alt=\"wildlife photography safari meru national park\" class=\"wp-image-1636\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" title=\"photography safari in meru national park\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Meru, Kenya, Africa. Full body profile of female gerenek running. Focus on the closest animal.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-experience-the-equator-while-at-the-complete-wilderness\"><strong>Experience the Equator while at the Complete Wilderness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"Meru-National-Park-the-Complete-Wilderness\">The&nbsp;<strong>equator<\/strong>&nbsp;cuts right through the heart of Meru Park. Ol pejeta Conservancy Safari, Nanyuki, is another Park the Equator line crosses through.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-a-journey-through-history\"><strong>A Journey through History<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Meru National Park gained worldwide fame from the book and film &#8220;<strong>Born Free<\/strong>.&#8221; The enchanting story revolves around George and Joy Adamson as they release hand-raised lions back into the wild of Meru Park. Relive a piece of history while you experience the park&#8217;s wild landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\" id=\"birds-of-meru-national-park\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/meru-national-park-bird-watching-murera-gate-kenya-2-of-3.jpg\" alt=\"activities of meru national park\" class=\"wp-image-1641\" width=\"512\" height=\"329\" title=\"birds of meru national park\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">While <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/3-days-2-nights-masai-mara-reserve-kenya-safari\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Masai Mara <\/a>is Kenya&#8217;s most visited wildlife destination, Meru Park remains beautifully untouched. As one of the least visited national parks, it offers a wonderfully wild and secluded experience away from the tourist crowds. Hence, Meru Park provides excellent opportunities for Wildlife Photography Safari. In addition, <a href=\"https:\/\/wildsprings.co.ke\/courses\/beginners-guide-to-bird-watching-in-kenya\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Birdwatching<\/a> excursions and generally a serene authentic Kenya Safari experience.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\" id=\"bird-watching-in-meru-national-park\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/meru-national-park-bird-watching-murera-gate-kenya-3-of-3.jpg\" alt=\"meru national park entrance fee\" class=\"wp-image-1642\" width=\"512\" height=\"336\" title=\"bird watching in meru national park \"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The lilac-breasted roller (Coracias caudatus)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Meru National Park is linked to Kora National Park by George Adamson Bridge. Furthermore, Meru Park has two wildlife National Reserves that act as wildlife dispersal for Meru Park.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kws.go.ke\/content\/bisanadi-national-reserve\\\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Bisanandi National Reserve<\/a>&nbsp;in Isiolo <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/kenya-the-hub-of-the-best-safari-destinations-in-africa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kenya<\/a> and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kws.go.ke\/content\/mwingi-game-reserve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Mwingi Game Reserve<\/a>. At the two main Gates, the Murera Gate and Ura Gate. While on a safari, Tourists can enjoy extra&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wildsprings.co.ke\/category-tours\/cultural-tours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cultural Tours<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;from the cultural centers by the park entrance gates.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\" id=\"safari-game-drive-in-meru-national-park\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/meru-national-park-wildlife-safari-murera-gate-kenya-8-of-9.jpg\" alt=\"meru national park entrance fee\" class=\"wp-image-1638\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" title=\"safari game drive in meru national park\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Elephant family walking in Meru  National Park, Kenya<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-related-tours-to-meru-national-park-safari\">Related tours to Meru National Park Safari&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Besides Meru Park, If you would like to have more wildlife Safari, cultural experiences, or Mountain Climbing in the North of Kenya. A <a href=\"https:\/\/wildsprings.co.ke\/tours\/samburu-national-reserve-safari-3-days\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tour to Samburu National Reserve<\/a>,. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/mount-kenya-trekking-routes-trails\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mount Kenya Trekking Safari <\/a>or Olpejeta Conservancy can be an ideal combination with Meru National Park Safari. The Nyambene Hills excursion is also a perfect <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/outdoor-adventures-calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">outdoor Adventure<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\" id=\"activities-in-meru-national-park-\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/meru-national-park-wildlife-safari-murera-gate-kenya-9-of-9.jpg\" alt=\"lodges in meru national park\" class=\"wp-image-1639\" width=\"512\" height=\"342\" title=\"activities in meru national park \"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Close-up of baby reticulated giraffe using a tree trunk to hold himself up while he nurses from his mom.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Remember, Meru Park is more than a park; it&#8217;s a piece of Kenya&#8217;s rich history kept alive through its untamed landscapes and remarkable wildlife. Making it the perfect adventure for any safari enthusiast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Inquire or Book Meru National Park Safari Now.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\" id=\"meru-national-park-images\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/meru-national-park-wildlife-safari-murera-gate-kenya-6-of-9.jpg\" alt=\"Meru national park safari\" class=\"wp-image-1640\" width=\"512\" height=\"325\" title=\"Meru national park images\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The plains zebra (Equus quagga, formerly Equus burchellii), also known as the common zebra or Burchell&#8217;s zebra, is the most common and geographically widespread species of zebra. Meru National Park, Kenya. Males fighting.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"elewana-elsa's-kopje-meru-in-meru-national-park\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wildsprings.co.ke\/blog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/meru-national-park-safari-maua-kenya-1-of-1-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"hotels in meru national park\" class=\"wp-image-1645\" width=\"512\" height=\"342\" title=\"Elewana Elsa's Kopje Meru in meru national park\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">a photo at Elsas Kopje, during a game drive <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">.&nbsp;&nbsp;Follow us on our Socials<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/WildSpringsAdventures\">Facebook<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wild_springs_adventures\/\">Instagram<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/wild-springs-adventures\/?originalSubdomain=ke\">Linked In<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/Wildspringsadventureske\/\">Pinterest<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@wildspringsadventures3260\">YouTube<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore the Rich Wildlife of Meru Park Meru National Park is a captivating and lesser-known destination that offers a serene and authentic safari experience. 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