Mount Meru Trek Tanzania is a beautiful mountain to hike. The 3 days hike to the summit of Mt Meru through verdant Afromontane Forest into high altitude alpine desert with stunning views of a dormant volcano. There is a possible sighting of wildlife on foot, Afromontane Forest, less busy than Kilimanjaro, excellent bird life and Mount Meru is one of the most under rated hikes in East Africa.

Day 1: Arusha – Momela Gate – Meriakamba Hut

We drive from Arusha to Momela-Gate. After a short registration at the Gate our walk will begin with full armed ranger escorting us, simply we can see along the way the wild animals including elephants, zebras, and giraffe, monkeys, antelope, and often elephants along the route. Dinner and overnight night at Miriakamba Hut

Elevation (m): (1,387 m to (1,500 m)
Elevation (ft): 4,921 ft) to 3,000 ft)
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.

Day 2: Saddle Hut

The walk from Miriakamba-Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. The walk will take us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone. After hot lunch at Saddle Hut we can make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820m) for superb views just before sunset.

Dinner and overnight night at Saddle Hut
Elevation (m): 2,514 m to 3,570 m
Elevation (ft): 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Forest and Moorland.

Day 3: Summit Day 

We start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and on to 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 ridgeline 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.

Elevation (m): 3,570 m to 4,565m to 2,514m
Elevation (ft): 14,977ft to 11,712 ft to 8,250ft
Distance: 5 km up 13 km down
Hiking Time: 10 – 12 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert Moorland and Montane forest.

Day 4: Meriakamba Hut – Momella Gate – Arusha

We take a short and fast descent way through open grassland and mixed forest, with a possibility of seeing wildlife before reaching Momella Gate in the late morning. The returning transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to pick you to your hotel in Arusha/Moshi.

Elevation (m): 2,514 m to 1,500 m to 1,387 m
Elevation (ft): 4,921 ft to 8,250 ft to 4,921ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking time: 2-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest 

Bon Voyage/ Safiri Salama/ Good Bye

Please Note:  The accommodation names are not mentioned in this itinerary. This is because we work with hotels and Camps in different price ranges and we want to accommodate you according to your preference! We work with more than 70 hotels, ranging from standards to luxurious five-star hotels. We will provide accommodation details on request.

INCLUDED SERVICES

• All mountain trekking fees
• Professional English-speaking Mountain guide
• All meals as mentioned in the itinerary – (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
• Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
• Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary
• Mountain crew (cook & porters)
• Overnight stays in hotels and mountain huts/camp
• Drinking water

EXCLUDED SERVICES

• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Tips and Gratuities, which are optional
• Mountain climbing gears and sleeping bag
• All items of a personal nature
• Airport customs entry visas (currently US$ 50 per person)

Optional Services Includes

• Balloon Flight over the Serengeti
• All activities while in Zanzibar
• Night Game Drives or any tour which have not been mentioned above.