Ikweta Safari Camp

Murera Gate, Meru National Park, 60600 Maua, Kenya – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>57</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
57 reviews

It's a convenient camp lodge near the gate of Meru National Park. The staff were very nice and helpful. The lodge is overall great.

Meron France
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Ikweta Safari Camp

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Ikweta Safari Camp is small intimate safari camp located just 2 km from the Murera Gate into Meru National Park. It offers a large salt water swimming pool, satellite TV and free WiFi access. The accommodation comprises of safari style tents with a private verandah. Each is designed with a separate en suite bathroom, which includes a modern shower and toilet. All tents are east-facing for guests to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Meru National Park from the comfort of their beds. All meals are included and prepared from fresh, local produce from the camp's greenhouse and surrounding local farms. Vegetarian dishes are also available. The camp is located a 45-minute drive from Maua and a 1.5 hour away from the town of Meru.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site

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Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.2
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  • Meron
    France France
    “It's a convenient camp lodge near the gate of Meru National Park. The staff were very nice and helpful. The lodge is overall great.”
  • Allan
    Kenya Kenya
    “The location just next to the park was quite nice. The food was very well prepared and tasty. The members of staff were excellent.”
  • Kahlia
    Canada Canada
    “The property is the real gem here. You are surrounded by forests and gardens with secluded walkways, full of the sounds of birds and other animals. The tents are comfortable, private, and clean, and the staff take care to close your curtains, fill...”

Managed by iKWETA Hotels & Lodges Ltd

Company review score: 9.1Based on 93 reviews from 3 properties
3 managed properties

Company information

iKWETA Safari Camp is part of the iKWETA Hotels & Lodges Limited. The other establishments are iKWETA Country Inn, Maua, and Lake View Studios, Lake View Drive, Nairobi. The establishments are part of the iKWETA brand of hospitality and tourism products and services promoting affordable safari luxury and value for money in environments noted for natural elegance, style and convenience.

Property information

iKWETA Safari Camp is by choice a small intimate safari camp offering personalized service. It comprises 10 spacious Guest Tents, tastefully decorated in safari-style with high quality furnishings. We continue to emphasize affordability while not compromising quality, hence, our operational motto - Affordable safari luxury + Value for money... iKWETA Safari Camp is a convenient base for exploring the complete wilderness of Meru National Park, one of Kenya’s most beautiful and truly pristine national parks and the land of the “Big-Five” & birdwatchers’ paradise. We are located just outside the Murera Gate, the main entrance to Meru National Park.

Neighbourhood information

Meru National Park is part of the Meru Conservation Area, one of Kenya's most important conservation areas. The Conservation Area is a complex of protected areas along the Tana River and includes the adjacent Bisanadi and Mwingi National reserves and the Kora National Park. It occupies an area slightly over 5,000 square kilometers across six Counties - Garissa, Isiolo, Kitui, Meru, Tana River and Tharaka-Nithi. The two national parks and the two national reserves constitute the second largest conservation area in Kenya, after Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks, and are considered one of the remaining true wilderness areas in Kenya and the world. Besides your game drives to Meru National Park, you can enrich the experience with nature walks and excursions to interesting and scenic places in the vicinity of the Camp.

Languages spoken

English,Swahili

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Two Zebras
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Ikweta Safari Camp
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Concierge service
    • Wake-up service
    • Packed lunches
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Private entrance
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Swahili

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Ikweta Safari Camp takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 12:00 to 20:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 10:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Curfew

    Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:00 and 06:00

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    3 - 10 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$44 per child, per night
    11+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$76 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Maestro Visa UnionPay credit card Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Ikweta Safari Camp accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that Ikweta Safari Camp has a generator for back-up electricity.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Ikweta Safari Camp in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about Ikweta Safari Camp

    • Ikweta Safari Camp offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Walking tours
      • Game drives
      • Swimming Pool

    • Guests staying at Ikweta Safari Camp can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at Ikweta Safari Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Ikweta Safari Camp has 1 restaurant:

      • Two Zebras

    • Ikweta Safari Camp is 11.8 miles from the centre of Maua. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Ikweta Safari Camp is from 12:00, and check-out is until 11:00.