6 DAYS MT MERU HIKE (4,566m)
Overview
While Mount Kilimanjaro the highest mountain in Africa gets the bulk of the attention when it comes to climbing in Tanzania, there are other peaks that are worth considering too. Most prominent amongst them is Mount Meru, which is found a short distance to the west of Kilimanjaro and serves as a great warm-up trek for those who have the time. Mount Meru is a dormant stratovolcano located in Arusha National Park and is the second-highest mountain in Tanzania.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
Day 2: Mariamkambu Hut
Day 3: Saddle Hut Â
Day 4: Socialist Peak
Day 5: Momella Gate
Day 6: Departure
Inclusions/Exclusions
- Park Fees
- Meals
- All Taxes/VAT
- A professional driver/guide
- Return Transport to Nairobi
- Bottled mineral water in the vehicle
- Porter Fees
- Mountaineering Gear
- International flights
- Visa Fees
- Travel Insurance
- Tips or Personal Purchases (souvenirs, drinks, )
Day by Day
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel of choice in Arusha. Early arrivals can go for the optional Arusha Tour.
Arusha is a popular tourist town in Northern Tanzania. It is located just below Mount Meru and 2hrs hours South-West of Kilimanjaro, which makes it a popular base town for trekkers. Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara National Park, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, and Arusha National Park are also not very far from the town.
Journey:Â + 2 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Budget: Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa Mid-range: Christina House Luxury: The Arusha Hotel
Leaving early in the morning from your accommodation in Arusha and driving to Momella gate in Arusha National Park. Driving takes about 3 hours from Moshi and about 1 hr from Arusha. At the gate you will clear your trekking permits, meet up with your porters, guide, cook, and game ranger, and start climbing. You will pass open grassland which will give you a good opportunity to see buffaloes, warthogs, and other grazers. You will cross the Ngare Nanyuki River and continue climbing through the mountain forest. There you will have the chance to see many different kinds of birds and black and white colobus monkeys. Finally, you will reach Miriakamba Hut where you will stay overnight.
Journey:Â 4-6 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Campsite
Second-day climbing is quite short but demanding. You will start early in the morning and ascent steeply through a lush mountain forest full of birds to reach the halfway point of Elephant Ridge. There you can see the crater. After 3 to 5 hours of climbing, you will reach Saddle Hut where you will have lunch.
In the afternoon you will have another hike to Little Meru (3794 m) for superb views before sunset. Then you will return to Saddle Hut for overnight. It is good to go to sleep early so that you get enough rest for the next day’s hiking.
Journey:Â 3-5 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Campsite
You will start climbing between 1 to 2 at night. The route is very steep towards Rhino Point (3850 m) and from there towards the summit along a very narrow ridge. You will reach mount Meru summit, Socialist Peak, right at sunrise. The sceneries there are stunning; you will see Mount Kilimanjaro in close distance. After taking photos on the summit you will descend back to Saddle hut.
Journey:Â 10 - 12 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Campsite
You will leave about at 8.00 in the morning and descent to Momella gate. You can choose a longer or shorter route down. On the long way down you have very good chances to see wildlife and the ash cone. Once at the gate, it’s time to tip your porters, guide, cook, and game ranger. After that, your transportation to Moshi will be waiting for you.
Journey: +5 hr Drive
Meal Plan: Not Included
Accommodation: Budget: Osy Grand Hotel/ Midrange: Parkview Inn Moshi/ Luxury: Kaliwa Lodge
Today you say goodbye to Tanzania with your summit certificate and memories in tow, or, continue to Zanzibar. Depending on your time of flight, you can explore the Moshi Tour.
Journey:Â + 2hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Not Included
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