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4 Days, 3 Nights Trek

Mount Meru

Route Destinations:
  • Miriakamba Hut
  • Saddle Hut
  • Momella Gate
Trek Inclusions:

Accommodation

Transfer

Meals

Located to the east of Arusha town, about 20 kilometers drive from Arusha; Mount Meru is the second highest mountain in Tanzania. The mountain stands at an altitude of 4566 meters above sea level inside the Arusha National Park.

Meru has one route to the top and can be attempted for three days but we highly recommend doing for four days for acclimatization. Most alpines uses Meru for acclimatization before the Kilimanjaro climb. The mountain has less snow formed at the volcano eruption.
Unlike Kilimanjaro when you are climbing the Mount Meru you have to be escorted by an armed ranger(s) as you pass through the Arusha National Park. It is at this time when you will enjoy the walking safari as you pass the groups of African buffaloes, Zebras, Black andwhite colobus monkey just little wildlife to mention.

Trekking Itinerary

Day 1:

Arusha to Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut

After breakfast, spend your time taking memory photos together with your guides, cook, and porters before starting your journey. Within 40 minutes, you will reach the first gate in Arusha National Park known as Ngongongare gate. After check-in at the Ngongongare gate, you keep on driving an hour and a half to Momella gate (starting point) where registration formalities will be completed. From there the ranger will escort the group, expecting to see different species of birds and animals such as Buffaloes, Elephants, Zebras, Giraffe, Monkeys, and Antelopes. You will reach to Miriakamba you’re the first camp

  • Hiking time: 4 hours, distance 7 Km

Day 2:

Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut

The walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. You will continue hiking slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone. After lunch at Saddle Hut, you will take a short hike about 45 minutes to Little Meru (3,820 m) At the top before sunset, you can get a superb view of Rhino’s point, Meru crater, and the peak of Kilimanjaro in the distance. Return to the camp for an early dinner and get rest for the summit night.

Day 3:

Saddle Hut to the Meru summit to Momella Gate

Wake up around 11 pm and get ready for the summit. After breakfast, leave the camp around midnight, start hiking slowly to Rhino Point 3800 m, after the short break from Rhino point, proceed on a hike through the crater ridge where the trail turns narrow and harder. Remember to drink your water whenever you stop. You might be physically exhausted before reaching the summit but don’t give up, keep moving as you will soon reach the top and make your dream true. You will probably reach the summit of Meru 4,566 m during the sunrise, if the weather is good, you can see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. Take many photos and descend back to Saddle Hut for a short rest, lunch then descend to Miriakamba Hut for dinner and overnight.

  • Hiking Time: 13 hours, Distance 18 kilometers

Day 4:

Marikamba Hut to Momella Gate to Arusha.

After the last breakfast on the mountain, you will descend about 4 to 5 hours to Momella Gate. You will collect your certificates and drive back to your hotel in Arusha for a shower and celebrations.

  • Ascending time: 4 hours, Distance 10 kilometers
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Cost Covers:

  • Airport Transfers (to and from)
  • Transfers to and from the Hotel/Lodge
  • Quality Sleeping tents
  • Mess tents, Crew tents, Table, Chairs, eating utensils, cooking equipment.
  • Clean, purified drinking water
  • All meals while on the Mountain
  • Entrance fees/conservation fees
  • Camping fees
  • Rescue Fees and all taxes.
  • Salaries for Porters, Cook, and Guides
  • Oxygen Tanks, Pulse Oximeter, and First Aid Kit
  • Sleeping Mats

Cost does not Cover;

  • International and local airfare
  • Local transportation before and after the climb.
  • Yellow fever vaccinations
  • Passport, Visa, and Travelers Insurance
  • Personal expenses example: Laundry, beverages, etc.
  • Tips for the support team
  • Private Toilet and hot shower tent
  • Bed, Sleeping Bag, and walking Poles.
  • Optional tours not mentioned in this itinerary

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