4-Day Mount Meru Climb via Momella Gate to Socialist Peak
Highlights
Arusha
nature, trekking, photography
Private Tour
4 Days
Easy
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Description
Climb Mount Meru on a rewarding four day trek through forest trails volcanic ridges and high altitude landscapes. Hike inside Arusha National Park while spotting wildlife and diverse flora. Ascend to Socialist Peak for unforgettable sunrise views over the African savannah and Mount Kilimanjaro. Experience gradual acclimatisation scenic crater views and peaceful mountain huts on Tanzania’s second highest peak ideal for nature lovers and first time high altitude trekkers.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arusha to Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut
- Drive from Arusha to Momella Gate, taking approximately one hour and thirty minutes.
- Complete park entry procedures before starting the trek.
- Trek through forested trails with views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Momella Lakes.
- Encounter wildlife such as bushbucks cape buffaloes giraffes and warthogs along the route.
- Continue trekking to reach Miriakamba Hut for an overnight stay.
- Elevation gain from 1500 metres to 2500 metres.
- Trekking distance of 6 kilometres.
- Hiking duration of approximately four to five hours.
- Meals included are breakfast lunch and dinner.
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Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
- Begin trekking along a steep ridge towards the Saddle area.
- Enjoy clear views of Meru Crater the Ash Cone and Little Meru during the ascent.
- Spot wildlife such as cape buffaloes and black and white colobus monkeys.
- Arrive at Saddle Hut and settle into the camp.
- Undertake an acclimatisation hike to Little Meru at 3810 metres before returning to Saddle Hut.
- Elevation gain from 2500 metres to 3500 metres.
- Trekking distance of 6 kilometres.
- Hiking duration of approximately four to five hours.
- Meals included are breakfast lunch and dinner.
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Day 3: Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak to Miriakamba Hut
- Wake shortly after midnight and enjoy a light meal before the summit attempt.
- Begin the final ascent towards Socialist Peak along steep gravel paths and rocky ridges.
- Experience the most physically and mentally challenging section of the trek.
- Reach Socialist Peak and enjoy sunrise views over Meru Crater and the Ash Cone.
- Look out for wildlife such as mountain reedbucks and klipspringers along the rocky slopes.
- Descend directly back to Miriakamba Hut after summiting.
- Elevation gain from 3500 metres to 4562 metres followed by descent to 2500 metres.
- Trekking distance of 19 kilometres.
- Hiking duration of approximately ten to twelve hours.
- Meals included are breakfast lunch and dinner.
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Day 4: Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate to Arusha
- Enjoy breakfast before beginning the final descent.
- Trek down to Momella Gate using the southern route.
- Pass through scenic forest areas and walk beneath the impressive Fig Tree Arch.
- Complete the trek at Momella Gate.
- Transfer by vehicle back to your hotel in Arusha taking approximately one hour and thirty minutes.
- Elevation loss from 2500 metres to 1500 metres.
- Trekking distance of 14 kilometres.
- Hiking duration of approximately four to five hours.
- Meals included are breakfast lunch and dinner.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 2 | /person |
| 3 to 4 | /person |
| 5 to 6 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 6 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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