4 Days Mount Meru Trekking

Arrival and Orientation in Arusha

Upon arrival at the airport, our driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel for a briefing. Therefore, Your guides will conduct a thorough orientation and check your gear to ensure you’re well-prepared for the adventure ahead.

Exploring Arusha

Also, If you arrive by midday or earlier, take the opportunity to explore Arusha, a vibrant city blending African and Asian influences. Visit the bustling markets, relax in coffee houses, or unwind at local bars.

Evening Relaxation

Then, enjoy a delightful dinner and a peaceful evening to rest and recharge before embarking on your journey.

Therefore, Driving Distance is: 45 km (approximately 40 minutes)

Climbing Mount Meru: Trekking through Arusha National Park

You leave your accommodation in Arusha or Moshi early in the morning and drive to Momella gate in Arusha National Park. Driving takes about 3 hours from Moshi and about 1 hour from Arusha. You will clear your trekking permits at the gate, meet with your porters, guide, cook, and game ranger, and start climbing. You will pass open grassland, allowing you to see buffaloes, warthogs, and other grazers.

Trekking Mount Meru: From Ngare Nanyuki River to Miriakamba Hut

You will cross the Ngare Nanyuki River and continue climbing through the mountain forest. There, you will see many different kinds of birds and black-and-white colobus monkeys. Finally, you will reach Miriakamba Hut, where you will stay overnight.

Trekking Mount Meru: Ascending to Saddle Hut and Little Meru

The second day of climbing is relatively short but demanding. You will start early in the morning and ascend steeply through a lush mountain forest full of birds to reach the halfway point of Elephant Ridge. There, you can see the crater. After 3 to 5 hours of climbing, you will reach Saddle Hut, where you will have lunch.

In the afternoon, you will have another hike to Little Meru (3794 m) for superb views before sunset. Then, you will return to Saddle Hut overnight. It is good to sleep early to get enough rest for the next day’s hiking.

Summiting Mount Meru: Climbing to Socialist Peak (4566 m)

You will start climbing between 1 and 2 at night. The route is steep towards Rhino Point (3850 m) and along a narrow ridge to the summit. You will reach the Mount Meru summit, Socialist Peak (4566 m), at sunrise.

The scenery there is stunning, and Mount Kilimanjaro is nearby. After taking photos at the summit, you will return to Saddle Hut.
Note: In icy conditions or strong wind, passing the ridge between Rhino Point and the summit is impossible. Your guide will decide if the conditions are not good enough to continue.

Descending Mount Meru: Return to Momella Gate and Arusha

You will leave around 8.00 in the morning and descend to Momella gate. You can choose a longer or shorter route down. On the longer way down, you have a perfect chance to see wildlife and the ash cone. Once at the gate, it’s time to tip your porters, guide, cook, and game ranger. After that, your transportation back to Arusha will be waiting for you.

• Driving Distance: 45 / km (1 Hour)

Our representative will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight. Take the memories, the sense of accomplishment, and the everlasting bond with the majestic Mount Meru. If you’ve decided to go on a Tanzania Safari, that’s a different adventure, and we’ll take care of that for you!

End of 4 Days Mount Meru Trekking