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Tanzania · Trekking
The journey
Mount Meru, often called Mount Kilimanjaro's little sister, rises to 4,566 m and offers an impressive four-day climb to the summit. This freestanding volcano is a less crowded alternative with excellent birdlife and is considered one of the most underrated hikes in East Africa. Trek from Arusha through Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut and Saddle Hut, with a summit attempt in the early hours before descending back to Arusha or Moshi.
Wake up in the middle of the night and have a cup of tea before starting the ascent to the big Meru peak.
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At a glance
Day by day
After breakfast, depart Arusha at about 8:30 am.
Drive to Momella Gate.
Make payment and start the climb with a picnic lunch to the first hut, called Miriakamba Hut.
Dinner and overnight at Miriakamba Hut.
After breakfast, continue the climb to the second hut, called Saddle Hut. This section is much steeper compared to the first part.
During the afternoon, you can decide to attempt climbing Little Meru Peak and return.
Dinner and overnight at Saddle Hut.
Wake up in the middle of the night and have a cup of tea before starting the ascent to the big Meru peak.
Proceed to the summit across a rocky path, then return to Saddle Hut for a full breakfast.
Spend the rest of the day resting.
Lunch, dinner, and overnight at Saddle Hut.
Leave Saddle Hut and descend to Momella Gate via the first hut, Miriakamba.
Transfer to Arusha or Moshi.
Where this trip takes you
Mount Meru, Momella Gate, Miriakamba Hut
The route
The fine print
2 transfers from Arusha to Mount Meru park gate and العودة
3 meals per day while trekking
3 nights' accommodation in huts while trekking Mount Meru
First and last night accommodation at a hotel in Arusha
All park entrance fees and government levies
English-speaking Mount Meru guide and assistant guides
Porters - a maximum of 2 per client
Tips & gratuities
Personal expenses
Gloves
Sunglasses
Sleeping bag
Hat
Rain suit
Warm jacket
Heavy boots
Scarf
Rain trousers
Tent
Logistics
Your 4 days finish where they began, in Arusha.
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