4 Days Mount Meru Trekking

Route Overview

Embark on a thrilling 4 days Mount Meru trek starting at Arusha and progressing through Arusha National Park. Experience diverse wildlife sightings along scenic trails leading to Miriakamba Hut and Saddle Hut. The highlight is the challenging summit attempt, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Conclude your adventure with a descent to Momella gate, capturing the essence of Tanzania’s wilderness.

4 Days Mount Meru Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha (1400 m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500 m)

Embark on a 5-7 hour hike after breakfast in Arusha (1400 m), starting from Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. While porters organize belongings, register with TANAPA before commencing the ascent. Witness diverse wildlife resembling a walking safari, including giraffes, zebras, and buffalo. Accompanied by an armed ranger, trek past the Ngarenanyuki River and a waterfall en route to Miriakamba Hut (2500 m), where a hot dinner awaits amid a captivating sunset. 

Day 2: Miriakamba Hut (2500 m) – Saddle Hut (3500 m)

Ascend a steep trail along the ridge to Saddle Hut (3500 m) after breakfast. Encounter wildlife along the route, with views of Mt. Meru Crater and the Ash Tray. Optionally hike Little Mt. Meru (3820 m) for acclimatization before an early dinner and rest for the midnight summit attempt. 

Day 3: Saddle Hut (3500 m) – Summit Attempt (4566 m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500 m)

Commence the summit attempt navigating a steep grade to Rhino Point (3800 m) and Cobra Point (4350 m). Scramble on a rocky ridge between the crater and inner cliffs to reach the summit of Meru (4565 m) at sunrise. Descend to Saddle Hut for a break before continuing to Miriakamba Hut (2500 m) for dinner and overnight. 

Day 4: Miriakamba Hut (2500 m) – Arusha (1400 m)

Descend to Momella gate through forests and meadows, spotting wildlife along the way. Meet the driver at the base of Mt. Meru for the return journey to Arusha after breakfast and a well-deserved rest.

Items included:

– Transfer to/from Arusha National Park
– Overnight stays in Mountain Huts
– Professional, experienced, mountain guides
– All Park fees
–  Rescue fees
– All meals while on the Mountain
– Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
– Large portions of fresh, healthy nutritious food
– Clean, purified drinking water
– Crisis management and safety procedures
– Fair and ethical treatment of porters
– Airport transfers

Items not included:

– Accommodation in Arusha (Can be arranged upon request )
– Tanzania Visa
– Gratuity Personal
– Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
– Meals not listed above
– Optional Tours (short safari after your climb etc)