Free cancellation
Activity Arusha, Tanzania
4 Day: Hiking Mount Meru
5.0
(3 reviews)
4 days
Free cancellation
Private tour
out of 5
3 reviews
About this activity
This special hiking tour takes you to Mount Meru which is the first sight you can see when reaching Arusha town. The mountain is with its 4,566 m (14,990 feet) Tanzania's second-highest peak after Kilimanjaro and the fifth-highest in Africa. The mountain has two peaks: Meru Summit, the highest point, and Ash Cone, an additional peak inside the crater which was formed after a more recent volcanic activity. Many hikers use to hike Mount Meru before Kilimanjaro as it helps for the acclimatization.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 days
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–6
- Guide
- German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Operated by
- Serengeti Camping Safari
Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–13 years) · Youth (14–17 years) · Adults (18–60 years) · Seniors (61–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: A professional guide, cook and porters
- Included: All fees and taxes
- Included: Lunch
- Included: Dinner
- Included: Breakfast
Not included
- Not included: Tips for guide, cook and porters
- Not included: Personal items
- Not included: travel insurance, visa fees
- Not included: International flights
Itinerary
Day 1 · Arusha to Miriakamba Hut
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7 hours Admission included
After early morning breakfast in Arusha (1400m), you will be picked up from your hotel and brought to the Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. At this time, the porters will organize and pack the belongings for the hike while you and your guide register with the Tanzania National Park.
You will then begin your ascent in Arusha National Park. The first day of hiking is similar to a walking safari; you should expect to see giraffes, zebras, antelope, buffalo, and potentially elephants near the trail. Due to the high possibility of spotting wildlife, an armed ranger, hired through the National Park, is required to hike with our team for the duration of the hike. As you continue hiking, you will pass the Ngarenanyuki River and a beautiful waterfall at the base of Mt. Meru. Upon arriving at Miriakamba Hut (2500m), your chef will prepare a hot dinner and washing water for you. Enjoy the beautiful sunset and overnight.
Duration: 5-7 hours of hiking.
Arusha (1400m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m).
Bush Tent
Day 2 · Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
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5 hours Admission included
After breakfast, you will start ascending up the steep trail along the ridge of the saddle. You may see various wildlife along the way! The trail has views of Mt. Meru Crater and the Ash Tray. When you arrive at camp, you have the option of hiking Little Mt. Meru (3820m) with your guide to further acclimate. You will be served an early dinner, so you can receive ample rest before your midnight summit attempt.
Duration: 3-5 hours of hiking.
Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Saddle Hut (3500m).
Bush Tent
Day 3 · Saddle Hut to Summit - Miriakamba Hut
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12 hours Admission included
Your guide will wake you at 00:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt at 1:30 am. The trail starts off on a steep grade from Rhino Point (3800m) to Cobra Point (4350m). In the last hour of the hike, you will scamble on a rocky ridge between the crater and inner cliffs of Meru.
You will reach the summit of Meru (4565m) at sunrise with spectacular views of Mt. Meru Ash Tray and Mt. Kilimanjaro. Enjoy your views then descend to Saddle Hut for a short break. You will then continue descending to Miriakamba Hut (2500m) for dinner and overnight.
Duration: 10-12 hours of hiking.
Saddle Hut (3500m) – Summit Attempt (4566m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m).
Bush Tent
Day 4 · Miriakamba Hut to Arusha
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3 hours Admission included
After a long rest and breakfast, we will begin our final descent to Momella gate. We will hike through forests and meadows where it is likely to spot wildlife. At the base of Mt. Meru, you will be greeted by our driver who will take you back to Arusha.
Duration: 2-3 hours of hiking.
Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Arusha (1400m).
Arusha Tourist Inn Hotel
Meeting point and pickup
You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.
Meeting point
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At any hotel in Arusha where a client will be staying
End point
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At any hotel in Arusha where a client will be staying
Pickup points
- Gran Melia
- Arusha Tourist Inn
- Mount Meru Hotel
We advice our travelers to book the nearest hotel in town
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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It is a private hiking.
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Most travelers can participate.
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Free pick up and drop off at the airport.
Traveller ratings
5.0
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