Mount Meru Trek
4 days—Mount Meru Trek
$910-1050 USD
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Safari summary
Why this itinerary?
A beautiful mountain to hike, great for pre-Kilimanjaro acclimatization or as part of a trilogy of East Africa’s highest peaks. Also superb pre safari for hikers or the adventurous.
Description
A 4 day hike to the summit of Mt Meru through verdant afromontane forest into high altitude alpine desert with stunning views of a dormant volcano.
Highlights
Signs and possible sightings of wildlife on foot, afro montane forest, less busy than Kilimanjaro, excellent bird life and game drives in Arusha National Park. One of the most under rated hikes in Tanzania, East Africa.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | None | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November, December | |
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arusha
Day 1: 07h30 depart Arusha for the Momella gate. After completion of park formalities, begin the trek past the Ngarenanyuki river, to the Miriakamba hut o/n.
Day 2
Day 2: After breakfast, follow an ascending path along the steep saddle to the saddle hut. From here, you can trek to little Meru and return to the saddle hut for o/n.
Day 3
Arusha
Day 3: Early start for the summit of Meru (4565m). After a brief stop and rest, descend to the Momella gate for your return transfer to Arusha. OR WOAMERU002: 3 Nights / 4 Days
Day 1
Arusha
Day 1: 07h30 depart Arusha for the Momella gate. On completion of park formalities, begin the trek past the Ngarenanyuki river, to the Miriakamba hut o/n.
Day 2
Day 2: After breakfast, follow an ascending path along the steep saddle to the saddle hut. From here, you can trek to little Meru and return to the saddle hut for o/n.
Day 3
Day 3: Early start for the summit of Meru (4565m). After a brief stop and rest, descend to Miriakamba hut for overnight.
Day 4
Arusha
Day 4: After a good rest and breakfast, descend to Momella gate where you will be met for your return transfer to Arusha.
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