Mount Meru trekking
3 days/2 nights hiking to the 5th highest peak in Africa.
$880-980 USD
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Safari summary
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. The ascent is quite steep, the route to the summit passes over streams, through parkland, montane forest, a giant heather zone and moorland. The summit is reached by a narrow, barren ridge, which provides stunning views of the Ash Cone lying several thousand feet below in the crater.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Hiking | trekking | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November, December | |
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Safari highlights
- Walking safari—with armed guard
- Hiking | trekking
- Wildlife sanctuaries
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to Miriakamba hut
Day 1: Arusha – Meriakamba Hut (Full board) Elevation 1,387 m to 1,500 m Distance: 10 km Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Montane Forest. We drive from Ausha 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.
Miriakamba camp
Day 2
Day 2: Meriakamba Hut – Saddle Hut (Full board) Elevation 2,514 m to 3,570 m Distance: 8 km Hiking Time: 3-5 hours Habitat: Forest and Moorland 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.
Saddle camp
Day 3
Arusha
Day 3: Saddle Hut – Summit – Back to Ausha Distance: 5 km up and 13 km down Hiking Time: 12 – 14 hours 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. We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Momella gate then, later drive back to Arusha. End of the tour.
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