4-Day Mount Meru Climb Expeditions

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Momella Gate To Miriakamba Hut

Leaving early in the morning from your accommodation in Arusha or Moshi to the Momella gate which is the starting point of the trek. Driving takes about 3 hours from Moshi and about 1 hr from Arusha. After the registration you will start your trek accompanied by an armed ranger. Along the route you will catch spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the Momella lakes. You will encounter animals such as cape buffaloes, giraffes, warthogs and bushbucks, to name a few. Your trek will end up at Miriakamba Hut where you will be spending the night.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Miriakamba Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Meru

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Miriakamba Hut To Saddle Hut

Today’s trek takes you through the steep path along the ridge of the saddle. Amazing views of the Meru crater, the ash cone and little Meru can be seen along the way. While trekking through the forest keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and the attractive wild flowers. Common animals include buffaloes and the black and white Colobus monkey. Your trek will end up at Saddle hut where you will be spending the night. After resting at the camp you will set off on an hour acclimatization trek to little Meru (3810m) then head back down to Saddle hut.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Saddle Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Meru

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Saddle Hut to Meru Peak to Miriakamba Hut

You will begin the summit climb around 1:00 to 2:00 a.m. The trail becomes steep as you make your way toward Rhino Point at 3,850 m, followed by a narrow ridge leading to the summit. If conditions are favorable, you will reach Mount Meru’s highest point, Socialist Peak at 4,566 m, around sunrise.

From the summit, enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes, with Mount Kilimanjaro visible in the distance. After taking photos and enjoying the scenery, you will descend back to Saddle Hut.

Note: In icy or very windy conditions, crossing the ridge between Rhino Point and the summit may not be safe. Your guide will assess the weather and trail conditions and decide whether it is safe to continue.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Miriakamba Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Meru

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Miriakamba to Momela Gate to Moshi

After breakfast you will begin your final descent to Momella gate. You will be using the southern route to descend. During your descent you will pass through the montane forest where you will pass the amazing Fig Tree Arch. Upon arrival at the Momella gate, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel back in Moshi/Arusha town.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.