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  • 4 days (approx.)

  • Pickup offered

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  • Offered in: English

Mt Meru Climb 3 Nights 4 days

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
  • Lunch (4)
  • Dinner (3)
  • Breakfast (3)
  • All Park fees
  • Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
  • Overnight stays in Mountain Huts
  • Accommodation in Arusha ( Can be arranged upon request )
  • Gratuity
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)

Meeting And Pickup

Pickup Point

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up Available at your Hotel in Arusha, Airbnb, Private Apartments and Kilimanjaro Airport

Start time:

8:00 AM

What To Expect

    Day 1: Arusha (1400m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m)

  • 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.

    Duration: 7 hours

    Admission Included: YES

    • Day 2: Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Saddle Hut (3500m)

  • 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!

    Duration: 5 hours

    Admission Included: YES

    • Day 3: Saddle Hut (3500m) – Summit Attempt (4566m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m)

  • 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.

    Duration: 12 hours

    Admission Included: YES

    • Day 4: Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Arusha (1400m)

Additional Info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 Hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 Hours before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 Hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 Hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Starting from

$1,375.00

Price varies by group size

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