1-Day Mount Meru Hike to Meru Falls with Local Legends

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover the legends of Mount Meru from your knowledgeable guide
• 02 Enjoy a refreshing dip in the magnificent Meru Falls
• 03 Indulge in a delicious lunch amidst stunning natural surroundings
• 04 Immerse yourself in the beauty of tropical trails and local culture

Join this exhilarating one-day Mount Meru climb from Arusha and follow tropical trails beneath a banana canopy with your expert guide. Along the way, hear captivating legends of Mount Meru, pass farms and village houses, and stop for lunch in beautiful natural surroundings. Continue to the majestic Meru Falls at 2,200 meters, where you can enjoy the refreshing scenery and even take a dip before returning rejuvenated.

Continue to the majestic Meru Falls at 2,200 meters, where you can enjoy the refreshing scenery and even take a dip before returning rejuvenated.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Mount Meru

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Mount Meru Day Hike to Meru Falls

• 08:00 am: After breakfast, drive to Tengeru Cultural Center. Upon arrival, enjoy a fresh cup of herbal tea while receiving a briefing from your guide about the day hike.
• 09:00 am: Follow the tropical trails under a banana canopy while listening to brilliant, legendary stories about Meru from your guide. Most of the hike is like walking up a steep hill, passing farms and village houses.
• Noon: The hike will stir up your appetite, so we will stop at a comfortable spot for lunch.
• 01:00 pm: After lunch, the hike will continue for an hour until you reach Meru Falls. The altitude here is 2,200 meters, and the falls are gigantic and refreshing. You may take a dip if you are feeling adventurous.
• 04:00 pm: After a few hours of relaxing and enjoying the scenery, return to the center.
• 05:00 pm: Arrive back at the center, where you will be transferred to your residence or hotel in Arusha town.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guide
• Park fees
• Tax
• Gate transfer
• Crew wages
• Ranger
• 3 breakfasts
• 4 lunches
• 3 dinners
• Guide
• Cook
• Porters

What's Not Included

• Flights
• Tipping the crew
• Visas
• Additional park fees
• Non-climbing accommodation

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.