Whether you’re here for a safari in the beautiful Lewa Wildlife Conservancy or planning on summiting Mount Kenya’s magnificent peaks with a mountain guide, the bustling town of Meru is bound to be visited along the way. Just a few hours’ by scenic drive from Nairobi or a quick flight, it’s an excellent base for hikers and there’s a good mix of luxury accommodation and exclusive-use bush houses at safari lodges for an authentic experience.