4 Day Mount Meru Climb & Hike

4 Day Mount Meru Climb & Hike

A thrilling hiking adventure in the pristine wild

Magnetized by Mt Kilimanjaro, the hikers often overlook Mt Meru, 4566m the second highest peak of Tanzania. Towering over Arusha National Park, Mount Meru offers both an excellent warm-up exercise for Kilimanjaro, in addition to being a stunning trekking experience in the wild by its own right.

Mount Meru trekking is a real adventure. The slopes of this dormant (yet active – the last eruption was in 1910) volcano offer fascinating panoramic vistas and bustling wildlife around.

This volcano was “born” around 500,000 years ago, and its very first eruption virtually exploded its eastern side, creating its, peculiar appearance. In addition to that, Mt Meru has one of the deepest craters – over 1,500 meters!

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: JRO Airport – Arusha town

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport; meet by our knowledgeable driver guide, after greetings and double check your bags will transfer you to Arusha town (45 minutes’ drive). Briefing will be provided by your mountains professional and experienced guide. Your Mount Meru guide will also check your climbing equipment’s. Anything missing can be rented for you. 

Accommodation:        Kibo Palace Hotel (https://kibopalacehotel.com/ ) or Similar

Day 2: Arusha – Momella gate (1500m) to Miriakamba hut (2500m)

After breakfast 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

Accommodation:         Miriakamba Hut

Day 3:  Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Saddle Hut (3500m)

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

 Accommodation:        Saddle Hut

Day 4: Saddle Hut (3500m) – Socialist Peak (4562m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m)

You will wake up just after midnight for a light meal then start your final ascent to Socialist Peak at the top of big Meru. The trail to the summit is steep and you will be climbing through gravel and rocky ridges. While at the summit you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Meru crater and ash cone. Occasionally, animals such as Klipspringers and mountain reedbucks can be seen over the rocky terrain. After the summit, you will then descend to Miriakamba Hut where you will be spending the night.

Distance covered: 19km / 12mi

Approx. time taken: 10 – 12 hours

Accommodation:         Miriakamba Hut

Day 5: Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Momella Gate (1500m) – Arusha Town

After breakfast you will begin your final descent to Momella gate. You will be using the southern route to descend. During your descent you will pass through the montane forest where you will pass the amazing Fig Tree Arch. Upon arrival at the Momella gate, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel back in Moshi town.

Distance covered: 14km / 8.5mi

Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours

Accommodation:        Kibo Palace Hotel (https://kibopalacehotel.com/ ) or Similar

Day 6:  Arusha Town – JRO Airport

After breakfast at your hotel today you could have a short walk around Arusha town (Option) then transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport to connect with your flight back home. Or connect with local flight to Zanzibar.

Note: while most hotels have an 10:00 AM check-out policy, they also offer late check-out for those with evening or night flights. The fees are moderate.

End of tour!!

4  Days Meru route price

Number of Pax

1Pax

2Pax

3Pax

4Pax

5Pax

6Pax

7Pax

8+Pax
Price in $$ Per person sharing $1555 $1450

$1400

 $1350 $1300 $1285 $1265 $1225

 

 Inclusive

  • All internal transfers
  • All meals during the trekking (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • Drinking water
  • Accommodations on mountain (Huts)
  • Knowledgeable guides, assistance guide, cook, porters and rescue
  • Entrance fee to the national park
  • Camping fees
  • Rescue fees
  • Valued Added Tax (VAT) 18%

Exclusive

  • International flights
  • Visa for Tanzania
  • Travel insurance
  • Pre & Post accommodation
  • Beverages
  • Personal things like sleeping bags, rucksack, footwear, other clothing etc.
  • Tips to your guides/cook/porters and personal expenses such as laundry and communication.