Mount Meru Trekking Adventure

5 Days Meru Treking Adventure

$1250-1550 USD

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Safari summary

Embark on an exhilarating 5-day Mount Meru trek with Moonlight Tours Expedition, an ideal adventure for acclimatization before conquering Mount Kilimanjaro. Standing at 4,568m, Mount Meru is Africa’s third-highest peak and Tanzania’s second tallest, offering a rewarding challenge for adventure enthusiasts.
Nestled in the heart of Arusha National Park, this trek combines breathtaking landscapes with wildlife encounters. As you ascend, the journey takes you through diverse terrains: serene parklands, lush montane forests, a giant heather zone, and rugged moorlands. The trail is steep and thrilling, culminating in a narrow ridge that leads to the summit. From here, marvel at the stunning Ash Cone, dramatically visible several thousand feet below within the crater.
This adventure is perfect for trekkers seeking a unique combination of natural beauty, wildlife, and high-altitude challenge. Let us guide you to unforgettable heights!

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

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Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Photography safari—with professional guide
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Arrive in Arusha

Kilimanjaro

Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). We will arrange a private transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arusha at your arranged hotel, where you will meet your guide for pre-climb briefing and an equipment check

Arusha Serena Hotel

Meriakamba Hut

Kilimanjaro

We drive from Arusha 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.

Meriakamba Hut

Saddle Hut

Kilimanjaro

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 Hut

Summit Day – Back to Arusha

Kilimanjaro

Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridge line between the sheer inner 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 cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater. We return back and after some brunch at Saddle Hut, we continue down to Miriakamba hut for dinner.

Miriakamba

Depart Arusha

Kilimanjaro

After breakfast we undergo the final section takes up to 3 hours to return to Momella gate where Moonlight Tours Expedition vehicles will be waiting for pick up. It is allowed to have a short game drive in the park with your crew before returning to Arusha for overnight.

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