3N-4D Mount Meru Hike

3N-4D Mount Meru Hike

Mt. Meru is located in the heart of Arusha National Park and it is 50 miles west of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Mount Meru is a massive volcano reaching 14,980 feet (4,565 meters). This trek serves as an ideal warm up for Mt. Kilimanjaro due to its altitude acclimatization and hiking distances. This trek is also geared towards hikers that prefer less crowds and a challenging ascent.

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.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Kilimanjaro Airport

Pass By: Kilimanjaro Region, Kilimanjaro Region
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will meet a DODO GROUP TANZANIA representative, and transfer to the hotel under the rate. The hotel will provide all the essentials for a comfortable stay: cozy rooms, hot water, polite staff, a swimming pool, and Internet access.

In the evening, there will be a briefing with our managers, who will also make sure you are ready to begin the trip

Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel Moshi 4*

Day 2: Moshi-Arusha– Miriakamba Hut (2500m)

Stop At: Arusha National Park, Arusha National Park, Arusha Region
Duration: 5-7 hours of hiking

After an early morning breakfast in Arusha/Moshi, 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 (TANAPA). 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 to Miriakamba Hut (2500m), your chef will prepare a hot dinner and washing water for you. Enjoy the beautiful sunset and overnight.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Miriakamba Hut

Day 3: Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Saddle Hut (3500m)

Stop At: Mount Meru, Arusha National Park 00255 Tanzania
Duration: 3-5 hours of hiking

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. Get to sleep by 1900!
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Saddle Hut

Day 4: Saddle Hut (3500m) – Summit Attempt (4566m) – Moshi-Arusha

Stop At: Arusha National Park, Arusha National Park, Arusha Region
Duration: 12-14 hours of hiking

Your guide will wake you at 00:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt at 1:30am. The trail starts off on a steep grade to Rhino Point (3800m) to Cobra Point (4350m). 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 Momella Gate and return to Arusha-Moshi
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Kilimanjaro Wonders Hotel Moshi 4*