Tanzania · Trekking

3-Day Mount Meru Summit Hike from Arusha with Sunrise Views

3 Days Round trip from Arusha Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike along the ridge for spectacular views of the Meru Crater and Ash Cone
02 Spot wild animals including zebras, giraffes, monkeys, antelopes, and often elephants
03 Reach the 4,566 m summit at sunrise to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds
04 Make a short climb to Little Meru for superb views just before sunset

Hike to Mount Meru, the third-highest peak in Africa and the second-highest mountain in Tanzania at 4,568 m. Located within Arusha National Park, Tanzania's gem, this trek also gives hikers the chance to spot wildlife that inhabits the area. Over three days, climb through scenic mountain terrain, enjoy spectacular views of the Meru Crater and Ash Cone, and reach the summit at sunrise for views of Kilimanjaro above the clouds.

Over three days, climb through scenic mountain terrain, enjoy spectacular views of the Meru Crater and Ash Cone, and reach the summit at sunrise for views of Kilimanjaro above the clouds.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arusha to Momela Gate and Trek to Miriakamba Hut

Drive from Arusha to Momela Gate with your guide.
Register at the gate and begin the walk with a fully armed ranger.
See wild animals along the route, including zebras, giraffes, monkeys, antelopes, and often elephants.

Dinner and overnight at Miriakamba Hut.

The distance covered will be 10 km, and the hiking time will be around 4-6 hours.

Day 02

Climb from Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut via Little Meru

Walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru on a steep climb.
Hike along the ridge for spectacular views of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone.
Make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820 m) for superb views just before sunset.

Dinner and overnight at Saddle Hut.

The distance covered will be 8 km, and the hiking time will be around 3-5 hours.

Day 03

Summit Mount Meru at Sunrise and Descend to Momela Gate

Start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m) and on to Cobra Point (4,350 m).
Reach the summit (4,566 m) at sunrise to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds.
Climb the final part along a spectacular narrow ridgeline between the sheer inner cliffs and the crater's sloping outer wall.
Take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to Momela Gate.
Transfer from Momela Gate to your hotel in Arusha/Moshi.
The distance covered will be 5 km up and 13 km down, and the hiking time will be around 12-14 hours.