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Arrival
Day 1
Arusha – Momella Gate – Miriakamba Hut (Mount Meru)
Arusha – Momella Gate – Miriakamba Hut (Mount Meru)
Your journey begins with a morning transfer from Arusha to Momella Gate in Arusha National Park, the starting point for your Mount Meru trek. After registration, you’ll meet your guide, porters, and an armed ranger who accompanies all treks due to wildlife presence.
The hike starts through open grasslands where you may spot giraffes, buffalo, zebras, and antelopes. As you ascend, the landscape transitions into lush montane forest, rich with birdlife and monkeys. The trail is steady and scenic, with occasional clearings offering views of Meru’s crater and surrounding plains.
After 4–6 hours of trekking, you’ll reach Miriakamba Hut (2,500m). Here you can relax, enjoy a warm meal prepared by your crew, and take in the peaceful forest surroundings. This first day allows for gradual acclimatization while introducing you to the mountain’s diverse ecosystems. Overnight at the hut.
Distance: 10 km
Elevation: 1,500m → 2,514m
Hiking Time: 4–6 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Meru
- Accommodation:
- Mariakamba Hut
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Miriakamba Hut – Saddle Hut
Miriakamba Hut – Saddle Hut
After breakfast, continue your ascent through dense forest into open moorland terrain. The vegetation becomes thinner, replaced by giant heathers and dramatic views of the crater and Ash Cone. The trail is steeper today, requiring a steady pace as you gain altitude.
Along the way, you’ll stop for breaks to enjoy the scenery and allow your body to adjust. The air becomes cooler and clearer, and the landscape more rugged. After approximately 3–5 hours of hiking, you’ll arrive at Saddle Hut (3,570m), located between Little Meru and the main summit.
In the afternoon, you may take an optional acclimatization hike to Little Meru (3,820m), which offers spectacular sunset views and helps prepare for the summit push. Return to the hut for an early dinner and rest, as you’ll begin your summit attempt in the early hours of the next day.
Distance: ~6 km
Elevation Gain: 3,570m
Hiking Time: 3–5 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Meru
- Accommodation:
- Saddle Hut
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Summit Day – Socialist Peak – Momella Gate
Summit Day – Socialist Peak – Momella Gate
Your summit attempt begins around midnight. Using headlamps, you’ll trek slowly along a steep ridge toward Socialist Peak (4,566m). The climb is challenging but rewarding, with breathtaking views as the sun rises over Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.
Reaching the summit at sunrise is a truly unforgettable experience, with panoramic views of the crater, Ash Cone, and surrounding landscapes. After celebrating and taking photos, begin your descent back to Saddle Hut for a short rest and meal.
Continue descending past Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate. This is a long but scenic descent through varied landscapes. Upon arrival, you’ll meet your driver and transfer back to Arusha for a well-deserved rest, marking the end of your trekking adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Meru
- Accommodation:
- The Charity Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Arusha – Tarangire National Park Safari
Arusha – Tarangire National Park Safari
After breakfast, depart Arusha for Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
Enjoy a full-day game drive through diverse habitats, including riverine areas, swamps, and open savannah. You may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and predators such as lions and leopards. The Tarangire River attracts wildlife year-round, making for excellent viewing opportunities.
In the evening, head to mto wa mbu where you’ll enjoy dinner and overnight stay at fig tree lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park
- Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Crater and descend into this remarkable natural wonder. The crater floor is home to a dense population of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, and wildebeest.
Enjoy a game drive across the diverse landscapes of grasslands, swamps, and lakes. With luck, you may spot the endangered black rhino. The enclosed ecosystem offers one of the best chances to see the Big Five in a single day.
After a picnic lunch, ascend the crater and proceed back to mto wa mbu for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Manyara – Arusha
Lake Manyara – Arusha
After breakfast, head to Lake Manyara National Park for your final game drive. This small but diverse park is known for its lush groundwater forest, open plains, and alkaline lake.
You may see baboons, monkeys, elephants, giraffes, and a variety of birdlife, including flamingos. The park is also famous for its tree-climbing lions, though sightings are not guaranteed.
After exploring the park, begin your return journey to Arusha, marking the end of your combined trekking and safari adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
