4 Days Mount Meru Climbing

4 days Mount Meru climb is the best tour for acclimatization before to Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru is the dormant stratovolcano located in Arusha National Park, 70km(43ml) at the west of Mount Kilimanjaro in southern in the country of Tanzania

Mt. Meru is a great trekking option for those who want to take on a climbing challenge and get the sense of being out in the wild, but are not quite ready to tackle Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Mount Meru offers a challenging yet rewarding climb with rich biodiversity, varied landscapes, and spectacular summit views, making it a perfect adventure for trekkers.

Duration

4 days

Group Size

06 people

Tour Type

Trekking

Languages

English

  • Second Highest Peak- EMount Meru is Tanzania’s second-highest peak at 4,566 meters, offering a thrilling climb and spectacular views.
  • Rich Biodiversity- Trek through Arusha National Park, home to diverse wildlife including giraffes, buffaloes, and colobus monkeys.
  • Spectacular Views- From the summit, enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the Rift Valley, and Arusha National Park.
  • Less Crowded- Known for being less crowded than Kilimanjaro, providing a more serene and solitary trekking experience.

Itinerary

Arrive in Arusha, the gateway to Mount Meru. Get settled at your accommodation and take some time to prepare for the upcoming climb. Rest and relax to ensure you’re ready for the adventure ahead.
You will depart the hotel at 0800hrs and head to the Momella gate which is the starting point of the trek. The drive to the gate is roughly an hour and a half. After the registration you will start your trek accompanied by an armed ranger. Along the route you will catch spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the Momella lakes. You will encounter animals such as cape buffaloes, giraffes, warthogs and bushbucks, to name a few. Your trek will end up at Miriakamba Hut where you will be spending the night
  • Distance covered: 6km / 3.5mi
  • Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today’s trek takes you through the steep path along the ridge of the saddle. Amazing views of the Meru crater, the ash cone and little Meru can be seen along the way. While trekking through the forest keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and the attractive wild flowers. Common animals include buffaloes and the black and white Colobus monkey. Your trek will end up at Saddle Hut where you will be spending the night. After resting at the camp, you will set off on an hour acclimatization trek to Little Meru (3810m) then head back down to Saddle hut.
  • Distance covered: 6.5km / 4mi
  • Approx. time taken: 3 – 4 hours
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinnerr
We start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and onto Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) on time for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridge line between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater.
We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Meriakamba Hut and lastly to Momela gate.
The returning transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to Moshi at your accommodation.
  • Approx. time taken: 13-14 hours
  • Distance covered: 28km
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Moshi town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.
The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Moshi town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.

Included:

  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Meals while on safari
  • Mineral water
  • All national park fees
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • 2 nights accommodation in Arusha town before and after safari
  • 18% VAT to our entrance fees

Excluded:

  • International or Local Flights
  • Alcoholic
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance

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