4 Days and 3 Nights Mount Meru Climbing Tour

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4 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Mount Meru is the best for acclimatization prior to Mount Kilimanjaro climb; The Mountain is the third highest peak in Africa and is the second highest mountain in Tanzania at 4,568m. The mountain is located within Arusha National Park, Tanzania's gem. This prime location gives trekkers the chance to spot some of wildlife that inhabits the area.

What's Included

Transfer to/from Arusha National Park
Professional, experienced, mountain guides
Entry/Admission - Arusha
Lunch (Optional[4])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[3])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
All Park fees
Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
Overnight stays in Mountain Huts
Accommodation in Arusha ( Can be arranged upon request )
Sleeping Bag
Gratuities
Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick all travelers within Arusha

OR
Meeting point
Arusha

Our driver guide will pick you at your hotel lobby

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arusha (1400m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m)

    1 stop
  • 1

    After an early morning breakfast in Arusha (1400m), you will be picked up from your hotel and brought to the Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. At this time, the porters will organize and pack the belongings for the hike while you and your guide register with the Tanzania National Park (TANAPA). You will then begin your ascent in Arusha National Park. The first day of hiking is similar to a walking safari; you should expect to see giraffes, zebras, antelope, buffalo, and potentially elephants near the trail. Due to the high possibility of spotting wildlife, an armed ranger, hired through the National Park, is required to hike with our team for the duration of the hike. As you continue hiking, you will pass the Ngarenanyuki River and a beautiful waterfall at the base of Mt. Meru. Upon arriving to Miriakamba Hut (2500m), your chef will prepare a hot dinner and washing water for you. Enjoy the beautiful sunset and overnight.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Saddle Hut (3500m)

    1 stop
  • 2

    After breakfast, you will start ascending up the steep trail along the ridge of the saddle. You may see various wildlife along the way! The trail has views of Mt. Meru Crater and the Ash Tray. When you arrive at camp, you have the option of hiking Little Mt. Meru (3820m) with your guide to further acclimate. You will be served an early dinner, so you can receive ample rest before your midnight summit attempt. Get to sleep by 1900!

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Saddle Hut (3500m) – Summit Attempt (4566m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m)

    1 stop
  • 3

    Your guide will wake you at 00:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt at 1:30am. The trail starts off on a steep grade to Rhino Point (3800m) to Cobra Point (4350m). The last hour of the hike you will scamble on a rocky ridge between the crater and inner cliffs of Meru. You will reach the summit of Meru (4565m) at sunrise with spectacular views of Mt. Meru Ash Tray and Mt. Kilimanjaro. Enjoy your views then descend to Saddle Hut for a short break. You will then continue descending to Miriakamba Hut (2500m) for dinner and overnight.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Arusha (1400m)

    1 stop
  • 4
    Arusha

    After a long rest and breakfast, we will begin our final descent to Momella gate. We will hike through forest and meadows where it is likely to spot wildlife. At the base of Mt. Meru, you will be greeted by our driver who will take you back to Arusha.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Shagami Kenya Tours and Safaris

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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