4 Days Mount Meru Trek
Mount Meru is located in Tanzania and is the fifth highest mountain in Africa. It is a great mountain to climb and offers spectacular scenery, including views of Mount Kilimanjaro. The mountain is spoilt and less congested as compared to its Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya counterparts.
Day 1: Arusha / Miriakamba Hut
Mt. Meru Park Gate – Miriakamba: 4 -5 hour
Pick up from your overnight hotel and to the Mt. Meru Park gate where you will be met by our game ranger and porters. Hike for the few hours to Miriakamba Hut at 8,500 ft. From here you may wish to take an evening walk on the slopes to view wildlife at one of the watering holes in the crater. Dinner and overnight rest at Miriakamba Hut, L, D
Day 2: Miriakamba Hut /Saddle Hut
Miriakamba – Saddle Hut: 3-4 hours
after breakfast hike to up to 11,500 ft to arrive at Saddle Hut. If time permits you can climb a little further on Mount Meru for a scenic view of the ‘Roof of Africa’, Mount Kilimanjaro. This will also be part of more acclimatization. Dinner and overnight at Saddle Hut, B, L, D
Day 3: Saddle Hut / Summit / Saddle Hut
Saddle Hut – Summit: 5 hours
an early rise to hike all the way to the summit before the afternoon clouds covers the summit. From the summit, descend back to the 11,500 ft Saddle Hut in time for lunch. Spend the rest time relaxing/walking. Dinner and overnight, B, L, D.
Day 4: Saddle hut / Arusha:
After breakfast, hike down to the gate and drive back to Arusha.
Price Includes
- Porterage
- Rescue fee
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
- Camping equipment (sleeping bag excluded)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Price Excludes
- Climbing gear
- International flights (from/to home)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Sleeping bag
- Bath towels