Three days mount meru trek
3 days—mount meru climbing
$890-900 USD
pp
Safari summary
Mount Meru Climb & Hike is the best for acclimatization prior to Mount Kilimanjaro climbing; 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 the wildlife that inhabits the area.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | None | |
Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
Best months | All months | |
Countries | ||
Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Accommodation
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Meriakamba Hut (Full board)
Arusha
We drive from Arusha to Momela Gate. After a short registration at the Gate our walk will begin with full armed ranger’s escorting us. Along the way we will see wild animals including Elephants, Zebras, Giraffes, Monkeys and Antelopes. Dinner and overnight stay at Miriakamba Hut.
Meriakamba hut
Saddle Hut (Full board)
Arusha
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 it is a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820m) for superb views just before sunset.
Saddle Hut
Summit Day ( Half Board)
Arusha
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) for sunrise with the possibility of seeing Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridge-line 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 Momella gate.
At the hotel in Arusha
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