3 Days Meru Trekking

About Itinerary

Hike to the summit of Mount Meru at 4562 metres, towering over the Tanzanian highlands and offering spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance. The hiking trail follows the Northern Route, passing through game lands, rainforests and open bush, as well as covering some challenging rocky terrain near the top. Mount Meru is less crowded than its better known sister peaks, Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya, and in parts more lush.This Mount Meru Hike is an ideal add on to Wildlife Safaris in Tanzania, especially to the famous Northern Tanzanian Safari Circuit close by, and even Kenya.

DAY TO DAY ACTIVITIES

Day 0 : Pickup to Airport

You will be picked up from airport. From there you will go to the hotel in Moshi for an orientation on your trek. Your guides will be there to provide you with details on your trek and will also check your trekking gears.

Day 1: Moshi to Momella gate - Miriakamba Hut

Duration: 5-7 hours of hiking

After an early morning breakfast in Moshi (900m), you will be picked up from your hotel and brought to the Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. At this time, the porters will organize and pack the belongings for the hike while you and your guide register with the Tanzania National Park (TANAPA). You will then begin your ascent in Arusha National Park. The first day of hiking is similar to a walking safari; you should expect to see giraffes, zebras, antelope, buffalo, and potentially elephants near the trail. Due to the high possibility of spotting wildlife, an armed ranger, hired through the National Park, is required to hike with our team for the duration of the hike. As you continue hiking, you will pass the Ngarenanyuki River and a beautiful waterfall at the base of Mt. Meru. Upon arriving to Miriakamba Hut (2500m), your chef will prepare a hot dinner and washing water for you. Enjoy the beautiful sunset and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 2: Miriakamba Hut - Saddle Hut

Duration: 3-5 hours of hiking

After breakfast, you will start ascending up the steep trail along the ridge of the saddle. You may see various wildlife along the way! The trail has views of Mt. Meru Crater and the Ash Tray. When you arrive at camp, you have the option of hiking Little Mt. Meru (3820m) with your guide to further acclimate. You will be served an early dinner, so you can receive ample rest before your midnight summit attempt. Get to sleep by 1900!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 3: Saddle Hut - Summit Attempt - Moshi

Duration: 12-14 hours of hiking

Your guide will wake you at 00:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt at 1:30am.

The trail starts off on a steep grade to Rhino Point (3800m) to Cobra Point 4350m). The last hour of the hike you will scamble on a rocky ridge between the crater and inner cliffs of Meru. You will reach the summit of Meru (4565m) at sunrise with spectacular views of Mt. Meru Ash Tray and Mt. Kilimanjaro. Enjoy your views then descend to Momella Gate and return to Moshi
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Included

Dinner and overnight at hotel in Moshi