Arrival Kilimanjaro International Airport - Moshi
Arrival Airport
Arrival meet and greet our representative then Our Driver will pick you from the Airport (Kilimanjaro International Airport -JRO), and Drive to the preferred Hotel in Moshi for Briefing, Orientation, Equipment Check, Dinner, and Overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- Parkview Inn
- Meals & Drinks:
Momela Gate - Miriakamba Huts
Momella Gate to Miriakamba Huts
Elevation: 4,921 ft to 8,250 ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
We depart Moshi or Arusha for Momella Gate in Arusha National Park for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek. The hiking trail begins in open grassland with an armed ranger as the possibility of seeing wildlife – giraffe, zebras, antelope, elephant and buffalo – is high. We climb steadily through the rain forest until the reach Miriakamba Huts, situated in a grassy glade.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Meru
- Accommodation:
- Miriakamba Hut
- Meals & Drinks:
Miriakamba Huts - Saddle Huts
Miriakamba Huts to Saddle Huts
Elevation: 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Heath
We continue climbing through the rain forest until we enter the heath zone accompanied by giant heather and other moorland vegetation. Along the ridge of the saddle, we have views of Mount Meru Crater and the Ash Tray. After arriving at Saddle Huts, there is an option to hike to the top of Little Mount Meru for superb views and to further aid acclimatization.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Meru
- Accommodation:
- Saddle Hut
- Meals & Drinks:
Saddle Huts - Summit - Miriakamba
Saddle Huts to Summit
Elevation: 11,712 ft to 14,977 ft
Distance: 5 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Summit to Miriakamba Huts
Elevation: 14,977 ft to 8,250 ft
Distance: 13 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Heath
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our climb to the summit. The trail is steep to Rhino Point and then Cobra Point. The path continues along the ridge of ash and rock to the summit - Socialist Peak. Here we enjoy magnificent views of Kilimanjaro and the sunrise before returning to Miriakamba Huts.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Meru
- Accommodation:
- Miriakamba Hut
- Meals & Drinks:
Miriakamba Huts - Momela Gate
Miriakamba Huts to Momella Gate
Elevation: 11,712 ft to 4,921 ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 2-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
On our last day, we descend quickly through the tropical rainforest to Momella Gate. At the base of the mountain, our vehicle will meet us and drive us back to the hotel in Arusha or Moshi.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Meru
- Accommodation:
- Parkview Inn
- Meals & Drinks:
Hotel - Kilimanjaro International Airport
The Morning after breakfast at 11:00 or eelier check out hotel and transfer to the Airport, If you have late hours flight you can left your bags at the reception after checking out and waiting for your flight time.
- Main Destination:
- Kilimanjaro Airport
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: