4 Days Mount Meru Trekking
Itinerary Summary
This 4-day Mount Meru climb begins at Momella Gate, where you’ll hike through scenic, wildlife-rich forest trails to Miriakamba Hut for your first overnight stay. On the second day, you ascend to Saddle Hut, passing through heath and moorland zones, with the option to hike up to Little Meru for acclimatization and stunning views. The third day features an early morning summit attempt to Socialist Peak (4,566m), where you’ll witness an unforgettable sunrise with Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance, followed by a descent back to Miriakamba Hut. On the final day, you complete your descent to Momella Gate through lush forest trails and return to Arusha.
Full Itinerary Overview
Mount Meru, standing at 4,566 meters, is Tanzania’s second-highest peak and a spectacular trekking destination located within Arusha National Park. This 4-day climb offers a perfect blend of adventure, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery. The route winds through lush forests inhabited by giraffes, buffaloes, and monkeys, before ascending into open heathlands and alpine landscapes. With fewer crowds than Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru provides a more intimate trekking experience and excellent acclimatization. Reaching the summit at sunrise rewards climbers with panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the surrounding plains making it a truly unforgettable journey for nature lovers and high-altitude hikers alike.
DAY 1 : Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut (2,500m)
The adventure begins at Momella Gate in Arusha National Park, where you complete registration and meet your trekking team. Accompanied by an armed ranger, you’ll hike through lush montane forest teeming with wildlife such as giraffes, warthogs, buffaloes, and monkeys. The trail gradually ascends for about 4–6 hours before arriving at Miriakamba Hut. Here, you’ll enjoy dinner and settle in for your first night on the mountain.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner | Overnight: Miriakamba Hut
DAY 2 : Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut (3,570m)
After breakfast, begin the ascent from the forest zone into the heath and moorland region. The 3–5 hour trek to Saddle Hut offers beautiful views of the crater rim, Meru’s cliffs, and the Ash Cone. Upon reaching Saddle Hut, take a short rest and then embark on an optional acclimatization hike to Little Meru (3,820m) for sunset views and to prepare your body for the summit push. Return to Saddle Hut for dinner and an early bedtime.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Overnight: Saddle Hut
DAY 3 : Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak (4,566m) – Return to Miriakamba Hut
Start the summit attempt shortly after midnight. The trail is steep and passes Rhino Point and Cobra Point before reaching Socialist Peak around sunrise. From the summit, enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the vast plains below. After photos and a short rest, descend carefully back to Saddle Hut for brunch, then continue your descent to Miriakamba Hut for a well-deserved rest. This is the most physically demanding but rewarding day.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Overnight: Miriakamba Hut
DAY 4 : Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate
On the final day, descend through the forest on a shorter trail back to Momella Gate, taking in last glimpses of wildlife along the way. At the gate, you’ll receive your summit certificate and meet your driver for the return transfer to Arusha or your lodge.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Embark on a breathtaking adventure to the summit of Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest peak and a true trekking treasure. Towering at 4,566 meters, this lesser-known climb offers a spectacular mix of wildlife encounters, lush forest trails, dramatic crater views, and panoramic summit vistas often with Mount Kilimanjaro rising in the distance. Perfect for trekkers seeking a quieter, more intimate mountain experience, Mount Meru is not only a rewarding challenge but also an ideal acclimatization climb for Kilimanjaro. Fewer crowds, abundant wildlife, and raw natural beauty await!
INCLUDED
- Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) accommodation.
- All game drives viewing in a custom built 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
- All park and entrance fees
- Transportation with 4×4 vehicles with viewing roofs
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide or other language as specified during the safari.
- Bottled water in safari vehicles
- Current Government taxes and levies
- 24-Hour support during the safari
NOT INCLUDED
- Internal or International flights
- Transfers to and from the airport
- Balloon excursion (US$600 pp)
- Entry visa to Tanzania.
- Travel and health insurance
- Gratuities to your guide, hotel staff, and porters
- Meals, drinks, and excursions not described in the itinerary
- Any other items of a personal nature, laundry, telephone and postage
- Item of personal Nature
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