5 DAYS MOUNT MERU TREKKING
5 DAYS MOUNT MERU TREKKING
$1300-1350 USD
pp
Safari summary
Mount Meru is located in the heart of Arusha National Park and it is 50 miles west of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Mt. Meru is a massive volcano reaching 14,980 feet (4,565 meters). This trek serves as an ideal warm up for Mt. Kilimanjaro due to its altitude acclimatization and hiking distances. This trek is also geared toward hikers that prefer less crowds and a challenging ascent.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Hiking | trekking | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
| Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- 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
Day 1: Pick-Up- Drop Off at Hotel
You will be picked up by the staff of Jairos Adventure from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and driven to your accommodation in Moshi. Participants will be given a short briefing for the climb the next day. Kits and the necessary equipment will be checked as well. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Ahadi Lodge
Day 2: Momella Gate-Miriakamba Hut
In the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel and after a 45-minute drive, you will arrive at the Arusha National Park Gate for entry formalities. Afterwards, we drive a little further to Momella Gate to start our climb. After a steady 2-hour climb, you will reach Maio Falls and some picturesque meadows. After resting, we will be on our way to the well-known 'Arched Fig Tree', with its shape forming an arch over the path. After another 1½ - 2 hours,
Miriakamba Hut
Day 3:Miriakamba Hut-Saddle Hut
In the morning, we follow a steep track with wooden steps upwards. Due to the increase in altitude, it will be noticeably cooler than the previous day making the hike easier. After approximately 2 hours, you will reach the vantage point 'Mgongo wa Tembo' (Elephant back) at an elevation of 3200m, where you will enjoy a well-earned break. After another hike in which the vegetation changes from rainforest into an airy bush land, you will reach Saddle Hut at midday for a relaxing lunch break.
Miriakamba Hut
Day 04:Saddle Hut–Summit Attempt
Your guide will wake you for tea & biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt. The trail starts off on a steep grade from Rhino Point to Cobra Point. At the last hour of the hike, you'll scamble on a rocky ridge between the crater& inner cliffs of Meru. You will reach the summit of Meru at sunrise with spectacular views of Mt. Meru Ash Tray& Mt. Kilimanjaro. Enjoy your views then descend to Saddle Hut for a short break.
Miriakamba Hut
Day 5: Miriakamba Hut – Arusha
After a long rest and breakfast, we will begin our final descent to Momella gate. We will hike through forest and meadows where it is likely to spot wildlife. At the base of Mt. Meru, you will be greeted by our driver who will take you back to Arusha. Your trip will come to an end and you will be transferred to the Airport for your departure flight or your own hotel.
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