Elewana Collection Revitalizes Elsa’s Kopje and Elephant Pepper Camp with Upgraded Suites and Fire‑Cooked Cuisine

(IN SHORT) Elewana Collection’s recent renovations at Elsa’s Kopje Meru and Elephant Pepper Camp enhance comfort, design, and culinary innovation while honoring each property’s conservation legacy. At Elsa’s Kopje, guest suites now feature bespoke furnishings, Nero‑finished floors, refreshed pools, a new sundowner deck, outdoor cinema, and expanded spa, alongside menus celebrating Kenyan ingredients. Elephant Pepper Camp’s final upgrade phase introduces refined tent interiors, reimagined communal spaces, and the “Elephant and Pepper” fire‑cooking concept—showcasing smoked meats, ember‑roasted vegetables, and smoke‑infused cocktails over acacia wood. Operations leaders Callum Oliver and Kieren Day emphasize these sensory‑rich enhancements deepen connections to East Africa’s wilderness.

(PRESS RELEASE) NAIROBI, Kenya, 2025-Jul-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Elewana Collection, part of Minor Hotels, has unveiled comprehensive refurbishments and fresh dining experiences at two of its flagship Kenyan safari properties: Elsa’s Kopje Meru in Meru National Park and Elephant Pepper Camp in the Maasai Mara. These upgrades honor each lodge’s heritage in conservation and East African hospitality while elevating design, comfort, and culinary flair.

Elsa’s Kopje Meru: Heritage Refreshed
Perched on the rocky escarpment above the Adamson’s original camp, Elsa’s Kopje pays homage to the “Born Free” lioness. Since its 1999 opening, it’s been synonymous with responsible luxury. The recent enhancements include newly appointed guest suites featuring bespoke furnishings, Nero‑finished bathroom floors, and sculptural lighting that accentuates panoramic savannah vistas. The Private House now boasts a sumptuous freestanding bathtub and a redesigned al fresco shower.

Communal spaces have been reimagined: both pools gleam with new terrazzo tile finishes, and a dedicated sundowner platform—with sweeping views—invites evening Gin & Tonics. An outdoor cinema will debut a screening of Born Free next month, while an expanded spa offers a serene sanctuary for wellness treatments. Callum Oliver, Operations Manager Kenya, remarks, “We’ve carefully balanced modern comforts with the lodge’s original soul, ensuring every visit feels both fresh and familiar.”

Culinary offerings have also been revamped: menus now spotlight Kenyan traditions with dishes ranging from slow‑braised local stews and charcoal‑grilled meats to artisanal breakfast spreads of yogurt parfaits, freshly baked pastries, and garden‑harvested fruits.

Elephant Pepper Camp: Rustic Luxe and Flame‑Kissed Flavors
Set within the Mara North Conservancy, Elephant Pepper Camp’s final renovation phase refines its close‑to‑nature ethos. Guest tents receive upgraded furnishings that blend rugged elegance with modern amenities. Arrival and communal mess areas have been refreshed with new seating arrangements to foster conviviality around the fire.

 

The camp’s new culinary jewel, “Elephant and Pepper,” celebrates open‑flame cooking. Drawing on African bushcraft and global smokehouse traditions, chefs prepare slow‑smoked game meats, ember‑roasted vegetables, and fire‑grilled seafood over fragrant acacia wood. Smoke‑infused cocktails and foraged botanicals create an immersive, sensory feast. “These updates deepen the bond between our guests and the landscape,” says Kieren Day, COO of Elewana Collection. “Each element—from tent design to the primal fire‑cooked menu—reinforces our commitment to authentic safari experiences.”

Media contact:

Alina Haq
Group Director of Marketing and Communications
alina.haq@elewana.com

Dane Halpin
Director of PR & Communications
dhalpin@minor.com
+66 (0) 630 829 647

SOURCE: Minor Hotels