3-Days climb Mountain Meru

Day 1 · Picked up from your hotel and transferred to the Momella Gate in Arusha National Park.

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   Mount Meru

   7 hours Admission included

   Early in the morning you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred 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 (TANAPA).

   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 to Miriakamba Hut (2,500 m), your chef will prepare a hot dinner and warm water for you.

   This will be your first day at this altitude, so it is strongly recommended you heed the following instructions from this point on: (Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine).

Overnight at Miriakamba Hut

Day 2 · Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut

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   Mount Meru

   6 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 amazing views of Meru Crater and the Ash Cone. When you arrive at camp, you have the option of hiking Little Meru (3,820 m) with your guide to further acclimatize. You will be served an early dinner, so you can receive ample rest before your midnight summit attempt.

   ELEVATION

   2,500 m to 3,550 m

   HIKING TIME

   3-4 hours

   DISTANCE

   5 km

Overnight at Saddle Hut

Day 3 · Saddle Hut to Meru Peak and descent to Momella Gate

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   Mount Meru

   8 hours Admission included

   Summiting has an early start at around 00:00. There is a 1-hour steep climb to Rhino Point (3,800 m), then the path continues along a ridge of ash and rock to reach Cobra Point (4,350 m). The summit of Meru Peak (4,562 m) is an hour further on a steep path with magnificent views of Kilimanjaro. Depending on your speed, you can enjoy sunrise at Cobra Point or the summit. The views are stunning: the cliffs of the Crater rim, the Ash Cone rising from the crater floor, Kilimanjaro floating on the morning clouds, and the Rift Valley. The route back to Rhino Point in the morning light along a narrow ridge between the sloping outer wall of the crater and the cliffs of the inner wall is one of the most dramatic and exhilarating walks in Africa. Brunch and a brief rest is taken at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to Momella Gate.

   After your descent the whole group will gather to congratulate you, and then you will be transferred to Moshi or Arusha town.