4 Days Mount Meru Trekking
Exploring Mount Meru: Tanzania’s Second Highest Peak
Overview of Mount Meru.
Mount Meru, standing at 4,566 meters (14,980 ft), is a dormant stratovolcano located in Arusha National Park, Tanzania. Therefore, It sits 70 kilometers (43 miles) west of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak.
Climbing Mount Meru
Climbing Mount Meru typically spans four days, though expeditions can be completed in three for those seeking a faster ascent.
Scenic Views and Wildlife Encounters
On clear days, Mount Meru offers stunning views, sometimes visible from Mount Kilimanjaro. However, The climb through Arusha National Park provides a unique wildlife experience, with hikers passing by various wild animals.
Overview:
- Tanzania’s second tallest mountain at 4,566m
- Then, abundant wildlife sightings on day 1 of the climb
- But, good practice climbs before climbing Kilimanjaro.
- Also, ascent and descent via the Momela route over three days
- Dormitory-style hut accommodation
- Finally, 4 Days Mount Meru Trekking
THE BUDGET:
4 Days from $940 per person
Price is an estimate only and is dependant on group size, age of children, time of year and your choice of camps.
MAKE IT EXTRA SPECIAL:
We can incorporate all kind of activities in your safari, like coffee farm tours, hot air balloon, Maasai cultural tours, canoe safari, zip-lining and hiking. See below for our optional extras.
Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha
Arrival and Orientation in Arusha
Upon arrival at the airport, our driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel for a briefing. Therefore, Your guides will conduct a thorough orientation and check your gear to ensure you’re well-prepared for the adventure ahead.
Exploring Arusha
Also, If you arrive by midday or earlier, take the opportunity to explore Arusha, a vibrant city blending African and Asian influences. Visit the bustling markets, relax in coffee houses, or unwind at local bars.
Evening Relaxation
Then, enjoy a delightful dinner and a peaceful evening to rest and recharge before embarking on your journey.
Therefore, Driving Distance is: 45 km (approximately 40 minutes)
Accommodations Option
Accomodation: Rivertrees Country Inn
Meals Plan:Lunch, Dinner and Drinks
MOMELLA GATE (1500 M) –MIRIAKAMBA HUT (2541 M)
Climbing Mount Meru: Trekking through Arusha National Park
You leave your accommodation in Arusha or Moshi early in the morning and drive to Momella gate in Arusha National Park. Driving takes about 3 hours from Moshi and about 1 hour from Arusha. You will clear your trekking permits at the gate, meet with your porters, guide, cook, and game ranger, and start climbing. You will pass open grassland, allowing you to see buffaloes, warthogs, and other grazers.
Trekking Mount Meru: From Ngare Nanyuki River to Miriakamba Hut
You will cross the Ngare Nanyuki River and continue climbing through the mountain forest. There, you will see many different kinds of birds and black-and-white colobus monkeys. Finally, you will reach Miriakamba Hut, where you will stay overnight.
Accomodation: Mariakamba Hut
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
MIRIAKAMBA HUT (2541 M) – SADDLE HUT (3570 M)
Trekking Mount Meru: Ascending to Saddle Hut and Little Meru
The second day of climbing is relatively short but demanding. You will start early in the morning and ascend steeply through a lush mountain forest full of birds to reach the halfway point of Elephant Ridge. There, you can see the crater. After 3 to 5 hours of climbing, you will reach Saddle Hut, where you will have lunch.
In the afternoon, you will have another hike to Little Meru (3794 m) for superb views before sunset. Then, you will return to Saddle Hut overnight. It is good to sleep early to get enough rest for the next day’s hiking.
Accommodations Option
Accomodation: Saddle Hut
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
SADDLE HUT (3570 M) – RHINO POINT (3850 M) – PEAK ( 4566 M) – RHINO POINT (3850 M) – SADDLE HUT (3570 M) – MIRIAKAMBA HUT (2541 M)
Summiting Mount Meru: Climbing to Socialist Peak (4566 m)
You will start climbing between 1 and 2 at night. The route is steep towards Rhino Point (3850 m) and along a narrow ridge to the summit. You will reach the Mount Meru summit, Socialist Peak (4566 m), at sunrise.
The scenery there is stunning, and Mount Kilimanjaro is nearby. After taking photos at the summit, you will return to Saddle Hut.
Note: In icy conditions or strong wind, passing the ridge between Rhino Point and the summit is impossible. Your guide will decide if the conditions are not good enough to continue.
Accommodations Option
Accomodation: Miriakamba Hut
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
MIRIAKAMBA HUT (2541 M) – MOMELLA GATE (1500 M)
Descending Mount Meru: Return to Momella Gate and Arusha
You will leave around 8.00 in the morning and descend to Momella gate. You can choose a longer or shorter route down. On the longer way down, you have a perfect chance to see wildlife and the ash cone. Once at the gate, it’s time to tip your porters, guide, cook, and game ranger. After that, your transportation back to Arusha will be waiting for you.
- Driving Distance: 45 / km (1 Hour)
Accommodations Option
Accomodation: Gran Melia Hotel Arusha
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Departure After breakfast
Our representative will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight. Take the memories, the sense of accomplishment, and the everlasting bond with the majestic Mount Meru. If you’ve decided to go on a Tanzania Safari, that’s a different adventure, and we’ll take care of that for you!
End of 4 Days Mount Meru Trekking
- Inclusion
- Quality, waterproof, four-season private Mountain sleeping tents:
- 4 Days Mount Meru Trekking
- Professional, experienced, mountain guides:
- All Park fees, Airport transfers, Rescue fees
- All meals while on the Mountain
- Guides, Porters, cook salaries, and park fees
- Large portions of fresh, healthy, nutritious food
- Clean, purified drinking water
- Oximeter
- Medical Kit
- Emergency oxygen
- Crisis management and safety procedures
- Fair and ethical treatment of porters
- Pre and Post-Climb Accommodations
- Portable toilet
- 4 Days Mount Meru Trekking
- Exclusion
- Flights
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Visa fees
- Tips on personal spending monies for souvenirs, etc.
- Travel Insurance
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