Tanzania · Hiking

1-Day Mount Meru Hike in Arusha National Park with Meru Crater

1 Day Round trip from Arusha Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy panoramic views of Mount Meru and the surrounding landscape
02 Explore the unique flora and fauna of Arusha National Park
03 Hike through the Afromontane Forest and into the Meru Crater
04 Look out for wildlife such as giraffes, buffalos, and colobus monkeys
05 Hear local stories about the history and culture of Mount Meru from your guide

Trek through the Afromontane Forest of Arusha National Park on a one-day Mount Meru hike, with wildlife sightings, panoramic views, and a walk into the Meru Crater. Start from Arusha or Moshi and head to Momella Gate before continuing to Kitoto View Point and the mountain trails. Along the way, observe the area's flora and fauna, hear local stories about Mount Meru from your guide, and enjoy a lunch break in a relaxed environment before returning to the gate.

From here, hike through the Afromontane Forest and into the crater.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Arusha, Moshi, Mount Meru, Arusha National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mount Meru Day Hike via Momella Gate and Kitoto View Point

After breakfast in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi. Drive to the main entrance gate of Arusha National Park, a 45-minute drive from Arusha City and a 90-minute drive from Moshi.
The trek starts around 09:30 am after checking in at Momella Gate, obtaining permission, and meeting your ranger before driving to the end of the trail at Kitoto View Point.
You will follow the trails, observe the animals and nature, hear stories about Mount Meru from your guide, and cross some beautiful plains to the roots of the mountain.
From here, hike through the Afromontane Forest and into the crater.
After approximately 3 hours of walking, take a break for lunch in a relaxed environment before continuing with another short walk to your final destination. After taking a few moments to relax in the mountain crater, return to the gate for your journey back.