Mount Meru Trekking

Our driver will pick you up at the airport and take you to the hotel for briefing. Your guides will provide a detailed orientation and examine your gear. If you arrive at midday or before, you will have time to explore Arusha, a chilled-out blend of African and Asian influences with a colorful market and a choice of coffee houses and bars. Enjoy a delicious dinner and rest to prepare for the adventure ahead.

• Driving Distance: 45 / km (40 Mins)

Mariakamba Hut Drive 1 Hr,

Hike Distance: 10 km, 4 – 5 hrs, 1000m ascent, Altitude: 2516m

Drive to the Arusha National Park gate at Momella. For the first section of the climb through the lush forest, crossing the Ngare Nanyuki River to reach Miriakamba Hut at 8337ft/2541m for an overnight stay. Dinner and overnight Mariakamba Hut.

Hike Distance: 4km, 2 – 3 hrs, 1050m ascent, Altitude: 3566m

Continue to ascend steeply through the pleasant forest glades and giant heather to reach Saddle Hut at 11,713ft/3570m.
From here, it is possible to take a side trek to reach the summit of Little Meru, 12,450ft/3794m, and return to Saddle Hut in about 2 hours. Dinner and overnight are at Saddle Hut.

Hike distance: 5km ascent + 19km descent, 4 – 5 hrs ascent + 6-8 hours descent, 1000m ascent, Altitude: 4566m

We start early to reach Rhino Point and then on to the summit at 14,981ft/4566m to see the sunrise behind Mount Kilimanjaro. Then we descend back to Momella Gate to be met and transferred back to your hotel.
Drive 1 hr back to Arusha.

• Driving Distance: 45 / km (1 Hour)