Mt.Meru
3 days Mount Meru climb itinerary
$1300-1800 USD
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Safari summary
Mount Meru, Tanzania's second-highest peak, offers a rewarding 3-day trekking experience, ideal for those seeking a less crowded alternative to Mount Kilimanjaro. This trek, typically undertaken via the Momella Route, allows climbers to explore diverse landscapes, from lush rainforests to alpine deserts. The journey starts at Momella Gate, leading to Miriakamba Hut on the first day. On the second day, trekkers ascend to Saddle Hut, enjoying panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the surrounding plains. The final day involves a challenging but gratifying push to the summit, Socialist Peak, at 4,566 meters, followed by a descent back to the gate. This trek combines stunning scenery with a moderate physical challenges.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | None | |
Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Moshi-Momela to Miriakamba huts
Arusha
Transfer from your hotel to the National Park Gate at Momella. From here you pass through lush forest, crossing the Ngare Nanyuki River to reach Miriakamba Hut (8337ft./2541m).Camp overnight. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Hut
Mariakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
Arusha
The path continues to ascend steeply through pleasant forest glades and giant heather to reach Saddle Hute (11,713ft./3570m). From here it’s possible to reach the summit of Little Meru (12450ft./3794m) Breakfast, Lunch, Dinne
Huts
Meru Summit to back to main gate
An early start to reach Rhino Point, then on to the summit at 14,981ft./ 4566m. From here descend all the way down to Momella Gate to meet your vehicle and transfer back to the base hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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