Mount Meru 4-Day Trekking Expedition
Overview of the 4 Day Mt Meru Route
Route
- Day 1 - Arrival in Moshi
- Day 2 - Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut
- Day 3 - Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
- Day 4- Saddle Hut to Meru Peak and descent to Momella Gate
- Day 5 - From Miriakamba Huts to Momella Gate
- Day 6 - Departure
- End
Tour Features
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Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and hotels.
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Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
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Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
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Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
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Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
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Minimum age of 7 years
The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.
Activities & Transportation
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- Getting around: hiking/walking
Day by Day
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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
➔ You'll be collected from the airport.
➔ Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost. -
Day 1 - Arrival in Moshi
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where our representative will meet you and transfer to the hotel.The hotel provides all the essentials for a comfortable stay, such as: cozy rooms, Internet access, hot water, a swimming pool, and a helpful staff. In the evening, an orientation session with our tour coordinators will ensure that you are ready to begin the spectacular Meru climb.
➔ Main Destination: Moshi (City)
➔ Accommodation: Altezza Lodge
➔ Meals & Drinks: Meals at your own expense. Drinks not included. -
Day 2 - From Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut
In the morning you will go to Arusha National Park, and then straight to the trailhead. The ride takes approximately 2.5-3 hours.
At Momella Gate the guides will arrange the entry permit formalities, and you will start trekking to Miriakamba Huts. Wild animals (warthogs, zebras, monkeys, antelopes and, sometimes, elephants) are likely to be seen on the way.
Hot lunch will be served upon arrival to Miriakamba Huts. There you may rest or explore the surroundings.
➔ ELEVATION: 1,387 m to 2,514 m m
➔ HIKING TIME: 5-6 hours
➔ DISTANCE: 10 km
➔ DIFFICULTY: Medium
➔ HABITAT: Meadows and rainforest -
Day 3 - From Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
After the breakfast, the group will start trekking to Saddle Huts. The rainforest zone will end soon, giving place to heath and moorland with large trees. The trail will open amazing panoramic vistas.
Upon reaching the saddle huts, those who are willing and energetic enough may reach the Little Meru Peak, further boosting your acclimatization transition.
Our team will serve hot lunch and dinner in the camp.
➔ ELEVATION: 2,514 m to 3,570 m
➔ HIKING TIME: 4-5 hours
➔ DISTANCE: 8 km
➔ DIFFICULTY: Medium
➔ HABITAT: Moorland and heath -
Day 4 - From Saddle Hut to Meru Peak and descent to Momella Gate
Midnight wake-up and the group starts trekking to the Meru Peak. The hikers should be prepared for a tough and strenuous hike - the legs to Rhino Point and Cobra points are especially precipitous. Be careful!
The group will reach Meru Peak (4,565 m/14,977 m) by sunrise, where you’ll have true visual euphoria - thrilling panoramic sceneries around and mesmerizing sunrise.
After the summit time, the group will descend to Miriakamba Huts for a hot lunch, dinner and overnight stay.
➔ ELEVATION: 3,570 m to 4,565 m | 4,565m to 2514 mm
➔ HIKING TIME: 8-12 hours
➔ DISTANCE: 19 km
➔ DIFFICULTY: Medium
➔ HABITAT: Alpine, heath, moorland -
Day 5 - From Miriakamba Huts to Momella Gate
Morning, breakfast and hike down to Momella Gate. Our car will be waiting there for your party for transfer to the hotel (see description below).
➔ ELEVATION: 2,514 m to 1,387 m
➔ HIKING TIME:2-4 hours
➔ DISTANCE: 7 km
➔ DIFFICULTY: Medium
➔ HABITAT: Rainforest -
Day 6 - Departure
Departure Rest in the hotel and transfer to the airport or onwards travel. Our classic adventures are what the majority of climbers are looking for. The combination of great comfort and high safety standards makes our classic Meru hikes enjoyable and memorable. This is the most popular option among our clients.
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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
➔ Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. ➔ You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Important to Know
- This tour is not available to solo travelers.
- Rates are per person and exclude international flights from/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older.
Rates Per Person
Start dates | Solo1 room | 2 people1 room | 3 people2 rooms | 4 people2 rooms | 5 people3 rooms | 6 people3 rooms |
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May 15, 2022 - Dec 31, 2022 | n/a* | $4,990 | $5,180 | $4,480 | $4,480 | $4,480 |
Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 14, 2023 | n/a* | $5,025 | $5,215 | $4,505 | $4,505 | $4,505 |
Mar 15, 2023 - May 15, 2023 | n/a* | $4,985 | $5,175 | $4,460 | $4,460 | $4,460 |
May 16, 2023 - Mar 14, 2024 | n/a* | $5,025 | $5,215 | $4,505 | $4,505 | $4,505 |
- n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
- 7+ people please get a Quote
Inclusion
Excluded
Getting There
- This tour starts and ends in Arusha
- Book your own international flights
- Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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