Itinerary

1. Day 1: Transfer from the hotel to Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut

   • Distance: 6km, Hiking Time: 5 hours.
   • After breakfast, before departure, we will have a general briefing about your 4-day Mount Meru trek and check your trekking equipment. You will be picked up from your hotel in Moshi/Arusha. The drive to Arusha National Park takes about an hour. Once your guide has completed the necessary paperwork, the journey continues to Momella Gate, the starting point of your trek. You can see giraffes, zebras, and many other animals along the way. Due to the wildlife in the park, you will be escorted from Puerta Momella by an armed park ranger. The route takes you through the Ngare Nanyuki River; while walking along the river, you can see herds of buffalo, baboons and other animals. Soon the Mount Meru Trek takes you through the forest on the first day; after about two hours, you will reach the small Mayo Falls; here, a meadow is an ideal place for your picnic. After relaxing, continue hiking to the "Bow Fig Tree," a unique tree that spans the path like a gate. After another 2 hours, you will reach the Miriakamba Hut. Here you will spend your first night on Mount Meru and relax for the next day of hiking. Have lunch and dinner.

2. Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut

   • Distance: 7km, Hiking Time: 4 hours.
   • After breakfast, the hike on the second day takes you through the dense forest with mosses and beard lichen. After 3 hours, you will reach Mgongo wa Tembo (Elephant Ridge) viewpoint. The hike is partly on wooden steps, as the path is steep and slippery in places. You have a magnificent view of the large blown-out crater from this point. After a brief pause, the 2-second hike changes from montane rainforest to thinning scrub to Saddle Hut. After lunch, you can climb to the top of Little Mount Meru (3820m). This trek will reward you with great views of Arusha National Park to Mount Kilimanjaro. Tomorrow is the summit day, and start early! Breakfast; Have lunch and dinner.

3. Day 3: Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak to Miriakamba Hut

   • Distance: 19km, Hiking Time: 14 hours.
   • After a hot drink, your trek to the top of Mount Meru begins around 8:00 AM. In the morning, drive through the bush to Rhino Point. The path becomes increasingly demanding, and you will find some easy climbing passages. As soon as the sun rises behind Kilimanjaro and the plain to Mount Meru begins to glow in a reddish-orange light, the strenuous ascent is quickly forgotten. Return to Saddle Hut for lunch and a hot drink on the descent, then continue to Miriakamba Hut, arriving in the early afternoon. Here you can rest and enjoy your summit success. Breakfast; Have lunch and dinner.

4. Day 4: Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate to Transfer to the hotel

   • Distance: 13km, Hiking Time: 3 hours.
   • After breakfast, the descent continues to Momella Gate along the Northern Route. On the way, you will see animals such as buffalo, baboons, and elephants again. After a 3-hour walk, you will arrive at Momella Gate, where your driver will be waiting for you. You will return to your hotel after saying goodbye to your mountain team. Breakfast and lunch are included.