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Tanzania · Trekking
The journey
Trek up Tanzania's second-highest mountain, Mount Meru, on a 3-day adventure through grassy plains, dense forests, rocky slopes, and narrow ridges. Along the way, look out for savannah wildlife such as Colobus monkeys, buffaloes, Ethiopian wolves, and elephants, with occasional views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Reach the summit in time for sunrise, enjoy spectacular panoramic views, and receive your certificate of completion on the descent.
Trek up Tanzania's second-highest mountain, Mount Meru, on a 3-day adventure through grassy plains, dense forests, rocky slopes, and narrow ridges.
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Day by day
Drive from Moshi to Momella Gate (1500 m), where the climb begins.
Walk through the grassy plains and enjoy occasional views of Mount Kilimanjaro to your right.
After a few hours of trekking, reach the first campsite, Miriakamba Hut (2500 m). Here, you will settle into a dormitory-style room and rest for the day.
Trekking Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 10 km | Altitude Gain: 1000 m
Wake up early in the morning for breakfast and begin your trek through fine forests as you head to Saddle Hut (3500 m), where you will spend the evening and rest.
In the afternoon, relax in the hut or go on a one-hour trek to Little Meru (3801 m), where you will see beautiful views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the sunset.
Trekking Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: 8 km | Altitude Gain: 1000 m
Wake up at 1:00 AM, have breakfast, and begin your ascent towards the summit.
Upon arrival at Rhino Point (3800 m), the trek becomes more difficult as you encounter rocky ground and narrow ridges.
Reach the summit (4,566 m) in time for sunrise, with a chance to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. Then descend from the peak.
Take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing to Momella Gate. Receive your certificate of completion here.
Depart from Momella Gate to Moshi.
The tour ends here.
Where this trip takes you
Momella Gate grassy plains, Miriakamba Hut, Saddle Hut ridges, Mount Kilimanjaro sunrise
The route
The fine print
Park fees, camping fees, and rescue fees
18% VAT on tour fees and services
Mountain tents and double-layered sleeping mats
Transportation to and from the mountain gate
Professional Tanzanian mountain guides, cooks, and porters
All meals
Filtered water throughout the trek
Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA) and Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
2-way private airport transfers
Flights
Tips
Items of a personal nature
Laundry services
Logistics
Your 3 days finish where they began, in Moshi.
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