Beginning your 4 days Mount Meru adventure, you’ll depart from Arusha or Moshi. You’ll head toward the lush landscapes of Arusha National Park. Excitement builds as you approach the Momella Gate. Starting here, the trail winds through vibrant rainforest where the sounds of colobus monkeys echo around you. You may even spot buffalo or giraffes nearby. As the path gradually steepens, you ascend through layers of verdant forest. Each turn bringing you closer to the mountain’s heart. Finally, you’ll arrive at Miriakamba Hut for your first overnight. The lively forest surrounds you and the mountain awaits above.
Trek to Saddle Hut
The next day, you’ll set off once more, and soon, the jungle gives way to open moorland. This offers vast views of the Meru crater below and, occasionally, the distant peak of Kilimanjaro. The trail to Saddle Hut climbs steadily, each step revealing new scenery and unique vegetation. By midday, you reach Saddle Hut. After settling in, you may take on a short acclimatization hike up Little Meru. This is a fantastic vantage point for taking in sweeping views of the surrounding landscapes. As evening falls, you’ll return to Saddle Hut to rest, preparing for the summit attempt.
Reaching the summit
In the early pre-dawn hours, under a starlit sky, you begin the exhilarating summit push. Your headlamp is illuminating each careful step forward. With Rhino Point and Cobra Point marking your progress, you move steadily upward, traversing rugged terrain as the sky begins to lighten. Finally, after hours of determined effort, you arrive at the summit. Just in time to witness the sun rising over Kilimanjaro and the endless plains below! A truly breathtaking sight that rewards every step taken to reach this incredible height.
After taking in the unforgettable views, you’ll begin the descent back to Saddle Hut. Here you can rest briefly and savour the accomplishment of your climb. The following day, your final descent back to Momella Gate takes you once again through the stunning scenery and varied landscapes of the mountain, each step a reminder of the unique and inspiring experience these 4 days Mount Meru has offered.
Solo travellers: please contact us before booking.
Children aged 12 and above are welcome to climb Mount Meru. Welcome, everyone! Climbers 16 and older are considered adults.
If you have any questions about this 4 days Mount Meru trek, just drop us a line. We are here for you!
Note: Each client should bring a duffel bag to pack clothing and other valuables. Additionally, clients should have a 10-15 liter backpack for essentials like snacks, a camera, and water bottles for the ascent and descent. There are rental shops with all necessary mountain equipment, so purchasing is not required.
Somewhere between the bottom of the climb and the summit is the answer to the mystery why we climb
Greg Child
See lessDuration
4 Days
Group Size
10
Tour Type
Mountain climbing
Language
English, other languages on request
Highlights
- Rich Wildlife Encounters: Trekking through Arusha National Park, you’re likely to spot colobus monkeys, giraffes, buffalo, and even elephants along the lower trails, making this one of the few climbs where you can experience wildlife up close.
- Diverse Ecosystems and Scenic Landscapes: The climb passes through lush rainforest, moorland, and alpine deserts, each zone offering unique views and vegetation, including towering trees, wildflowers, and striking volcanic rock formations.
- Breathtaking Views of Mount Kilimanjaro: From higher points along the trail, particularly from Saddle Hut and Little Meru, you’ll get sweeping, panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro looming majestically in the distance.
- Sunrise Summit Experience: Reaching the summit at dawn, you’ll witness a stunning sunrise over the Tanzanian plains, with Mount Kilimanjaro bathed in morning light—a truly unforgettable sight.
- Lesser Crowds and a Quiet, Serene Trail: Compared to Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru attracts fewer climbers, offering a more tranquil experience where you can connect deeply with the natural surroundings.
- Unique Volcanic Crater Rim Views: Standing on the summit, you’ll see the impressive Meru Crater, with its steep cliffs and caldera, as well as Ash Cone—a rare sight within a dormant volcano.
Include/Exclude
- Professional, experienced climbing guides with medical training certificates including WFR
- Park fees
- Rescue fees
- 3 meals per day including vegetarian; fresh, healthy, nutricious meals
- Staff salaries
- Transfer from and to your hotel in Arusha (or Moshi)
- Clean and purified water, juice and snacks
- Quality waterproof tents for sleeping, mess tent, sitting chairs and tables
- Sleeping bags, mattresses and walking poles
- Personal expenses
- International flight and visa
- Climbing gears
- Tip for the staff. Tipping guideline porters $ 10, chef $ 15, climbing guides $ 25 per day
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