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Activity Arusha, Tanzania
4 Days Mount Meru Climbing | Hiking | Trekking Tour
5.0
(13 reviews)
4 days
Free cancellation
out of 5
13 reviews
About this activity
The 4 Days Mount Meru Climb & Hike is the best for acclimatization prior to Mount Kilimanjaro climbing; The Mountain is the third highest peak in Africa and is the second highest mountain in Tanzania at 4,568m. The mountain is located within Arusha National Park, Tanzania’s gem. This prime location gives trekkers the chance to spot some of the wildlife that inhabits the area.
Because Mount Meru is located in Arusha National Park, hikers must climb with an armed ranger due to the wide range of wildlife living on the mountain. On the lower slopes of the mountain, hikers are more likely to see elephants, giraffes, and buffalo! As hikers continue their ascents, the trail follows the north rim of the volcano’s crater along a dramatic ridge line. Throughout the climb, hikers sleep in designated huts along the trail. Hikers reach the summit as the sun is rising and they will have spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and of the Mt. Meru Crater. Meru Climbing Permits duration time is 12 HOURS.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 days
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 200 people
- People per booking
- 1–30
- Audio guide
- English, French, Spanish
- Guide
- English, French, Spanish
- Written guide
- English, French, Spanish
- Operated by
- KILIMANJARO CLIMBING TOURS
Ages: Youth (5–15 years) · Adults (16–117 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Lunch
- Included: Dinner
- Included: Breakfast
- Included: Airport pick up and drop up ,Gate transfer and Crew wages
Not included
- Not included: Flights ,Tipping the crew, Visas
- Not included: Mount Meru park fees ( that can be paid direct to the park or via Tour operator)
Itinerary
Day 1 · Arusha/Moshi - MOMELA GATE - MIRIAKAMBA HUT - ( 4 Days Mount meru hiking (climbing) tour )
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5 hours
We drive from Arusha to Momela-Gate. After a short registration at the Gate our walk will begin with full armed ranger escorting us, simply we can see along the way the wild animals including elephants, zebras, and giraffe, monkeys, antelope, and often elephants along the route. Dinner and overnight night at Miriakamba Hut.
Elevation (m): (1,387 m to (1,500 m)
Elevation (ft): 4,921 ft) to 3,000 ft )
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.
Overnight at Miriakamba Hut.
Day 2 · Mount Meru hiking from MIRIAKAMBA HUT - SADDLE HUT - ( 4 Days Mount meru hiking (climbing) tour )
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5 hours
The walk from Miriakamba-Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. The walk will take us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone. After hot lunch at Saddle Hut we can make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820m) for superb views just before sunset.
Dinner and overnight night at Saddle Hut
Elevation (m): 2,514 m to 3,570 m
Elevation (ft): 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Forest and Moorland.
Overnight at Horombo Hut
Day 3 · Mount Meru climbing from SADDLE HUT - SUMMIT - MIRIAKAMBA HUT - ( 4 Days Mount meru hiking (climbing) tour )
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10 hours
We start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and on to Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) on time for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridgeline between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater. We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Meriakamba Hut.
Elevation (m): 3,570 m to 4,565m to 2,514m
Elevation (ft): 14,977ft to 11,712 ft to 8,250ft
Distance: 5 km up 13 km down
Hiking Time: 10 – 12 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert Moorland and Montane forest.
Overnight at Horombo Hut
Day 4 · Mount meru hiking down from MIRIAKAMBA HUT - MOMELA GATE - Arusha/Moshi - ( 4 Days Mount meru hiking (climbing) tour )
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4 hours
We take a short and fast descent way through open grassland and mixed forest, with a possibility of seeing wildlife before reaching Momella Gate in the late morning. The returning transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to pick you to your hotel in Arusha/Moshi.
Elevation (m): 2,514 m to 1,500 m to 1,387 m
Elevation (ft): 4,921 ft to 8,250 ft to 4,921ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking time: 2-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Overnight in Moshi at CHANYA LODGE or in Arusha at Mount Meru Hotel
Meeting point and pickup
You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.
Meeting point
End point
Pickup points
- Dual Mountain View Lodge
- Nyota Safari Lodge Moshi
- Kilimanjaro Forest Lodge and Camping Site
- Kilimanjaro Pazuri Villas
- Siesta Riverside Cottages Moshi
- Nyumbani Peak Hotel
- The Maridadi Hotel
- Mount Kilimanjaro View Lodge
- Kilimanjaro Safari Lodge
- Shose Farmhouse, Chalets & Campsite
- Moshi Green Lodge
and 101 more pickup points
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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Wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller ratings
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