Tanzania · Trekking

5-Day Mount Meru Trek from Momella Gate with Summit Sunrise

5 Days Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd Challenging pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek to the peak of the magnificent Mount Meru
  • 02 Take in the breathtaking view from the summit
  • 03 Spend time at the beautiful Miriakamba and Saddle Huts
  • 04 Spot giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, and more on the trail
  • 05 Enjoy views of Momella Lakes and Mount Kilimanjaro during the ascent

Embark on this 5-day trekking tour to reach the summit of Mount Meru, Africa's fifth-highest mountain. Explore the scenic beauty of the surrounding ranges of Kilimanjaro, Oldonyo Lengai, Longido, and Gerai, and spend time at the gorgeous Saddle and Miriakamba Huts along the way.

While walking, you may come across giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, and more.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Challenging
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Ol Doinyo Lengai
Languages English, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport

  • Arrive in Tanzania at Kilimanjaro Airport.

  • Transfer to the hotel and receive a briefing from the guide about the ascent of Mount Meru.

Overnight in the hotel with half board.

2
Day 02

Arusha - Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut

  • After breakfast, transfer to the starting point.

  • Trek from Momella Gate (1500m) to Miriakamba Hut (2500m) for 4-5 hours with a lunch box.

  • There are two routes from Momella to Miriakamba: the Southern Route and the Northern Route.

  • While walking, you may come across giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, and more.

  • Enjoy views of Momella Lakes, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the summit of Mt Meru.

Overnight stay in a hut with full board.

3
Day 03

Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut

  • Trek from Miriakamba to Saddle Hut, which takes about 3-4 hours.

  • After breakfast, begin climbing the mountain.

  • Enjoy views of Momella Lakes, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the summit of Mt Meru.

  • In the afternoon, climb Little Meru (3800m) to acclimatize.

Overnight stay in a hut with full board.

4
Day 04

Midnight Ascent to the Summit and Descent to Miriakamba

  • At midnight, wake up for preparation and have a cup of tea before proceeding towards the summit. The ascent can take about 5-6 hours.

  • In the morning, when the sun rises, the view is lovely. You can see different mountains such as Kilimanjaro (5896m), Oldonyo Lengai (2800m), Longido (2800m), Kitmbeine, and Gerai.

  • After reaching the summit (4656m), descend towards Saddle Hut for a break and lunch.

  • After lunch, continue descending to Miriakamba.

5
Day 05

Miriakamba to Momella Gate

  • After breakfast and packing up, depart for Momella Gate, where those who completed the trek to the summit receive certificates.

  • Trek for 4.5-5 hours towards Momella Gate.

  • Upon arrival, meet the driver for the transfer back to the hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd 4 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Welcome at Kilimanjaro Airport

  • Transfer to the hotel

  • All transfers indicated in the program

  • 2 nights at the hotel in Arusha before and after climbing

  • All park fees

  • Hut fees

  • Rescue fees

  • Ranger fees

  • English-speaking Vietnamese tour guide

  • Cook and porters

  • Full-board accommodation during the ascent (morning tea, breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

  • Boiled water during the climb

  • One oxygen cylinder for 2 to 5 clients. For 6 clients or more, it will be PC.

What's Not Included

  • Flight (local or international)

  • Entry visa

  • Drinks

  • Tips for the local team

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kilimanjaro Airport, Tanzania
Tour start
Kilimanjaro Airport Rd, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Kilimanjaro Airport Rd.

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