3 Days climbing Mount Meru - Kilimanjaro Trekking Tour
Experience the ultimate Kilimanjaro trekking adventure with our professional 3 Days climbing Mount Meru tour. Expert guides, quality equipment, and guaranteed summit success.
3 Days climbing Mount Meru - Tour Overview
3 Days
12+
Shared tour
Budget Accommodation
3 Days climbing Mount Meru - Detailed Overview
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 volcanos 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 an
3 Days climbing Mount Meru - What's Included
3 Days climbing Mount Meru - Daily Itinerary
You will be
picked up from the airport. From there you will go to the hotel in Moshi or Arusha for an
orientation on your trek. Your guides will be there to provide you with details
on your trek and will also check your trekking gear.
Elevation
- Momella Gate: 1,500 m
- Miriakamba Hut: 2,514 m
Distance
Approximately
10 km
Hiking Time
4–6 Hours
Your Mount
Meru adventure begins at Momella Gate after registration and a briefing from
your mountain guide and armed ranger. The trail passes through open grasslands
and dense montane forest, providing excellent opportunities to spot wildlife
such as giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, warthogs, and a variety of bird species.
The gradual
ascent offers beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes before arriving at Miriakamba
Hut, where you will spend the night.
Elevation
- Miriakamba Hut: 2,514 m
- Saddle Hut: 3,570 m
Distance
Approximately
8 km
Hiking Time
3–5 Hours
After
breakfast, continue your ascent through lush forest and giant heather zones.
The trail becomes steeper as you climb higher, offering impressive views of the
Meru Crater and the surrounding wilderness.
Upon arrival
at Saddle Hut, enjoy lunch and rest before taking an optional acclimatization
hike to Little Meru at 3,820 meters. This short hike provides excellent
panoramic views and helps prepare for the summit attempt.
Return to
Saddle Hut for dinner and an early night.
Elevation
- Saddle Hut: 3,570 m
- Socialist Peak: 4,566 m
- Momella Gate: 1,500 m
Distance
Approximately
18 km
Hiking Time
10–12 Hours
Around
midnight, begin the final ascent to the summit of Socialist Peak. The route
passes through Rhino Point and Cobra Point before reaching the summit in time
for sunrise.
From the
top, trekkers are rewarded with breathtaking views of the Meru Crater, the Ash
Cone, and the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.
After
enjoying the summit experience and taking photographs, descend back to Saddle
Hut for a short rest and brunch before continuing down to Momella Gate, where
the trek concludes.
3 Days climbing Mount Meru - Pricing per Person
| Season | Solo | 2 Persons | 3 Persons | 4 Persons | 5 Persons | 6 Persons | 6+ Persons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
January to December |
$0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
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