Tanzania · Trekking

6-Day Mount Meru Trekking Adventure with Sunrise Summit Views

6 Days Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek through the stunning Montane Forest habitat
  • 02 Enjoy breathtaking views of Meru Crater and Ash Cone
  • 03 Reach Mount Meru's summit for sunrise above the clouds
  • 04 Spot wildlife such as elephants, zebras, giraffes, monkeys, and antelopes
  • 05 Take on the trek for your own personal or group charity

Embark on a 6-day Mount Meru trekking adventure in Tanzania, combining scenic mountain trails with the chance to spot wildlife along the way. Trek through the stunning Montane Forest, enjoy breathtaking views of Meru Crater and Ash Cone, and take on a challenging but rewarding summit climb in time for sunrise. The journey also includes overnight stays in Arusha and on the mountain, with private transfers and full support throughout. If you wish, you can also undertake the trek for your own personal or group charity.

We will reach the summit (4,566 m) in time for sunrise, with the possibility of seeing Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Tanzania and Pre-Climb Briefing

  • Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), a private transfer will take you to Arusha Safari Lodge. Located on the slope of Mt. Meru, the lodge offers a perfect place to prepare for your adventure.
  • You will have dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge, with bed, dinner, and breakfast included. A pre-climb briefing and equipment check will be conducted, and we will confirm that you have appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance.
2
Day 02

Trek from Momela Gate to Miriakamba Hut

  • We will drive from Arusha to Momela Gate, and after a short registration, we will begin our trek with a full-armed ranger escorting us.
  • Along the way, you may spot wild animals such as elephants, zebras, giraffes, monkeys, and antelopes.
  • We will trek through the stunning Montane Forest habitat and have dinner and an overnight stay at Marikamba Hut, with full board provided.
3
Day 03

Climb to Saddle Hut via Little Meru Ridge

  • We will trek from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru. The walk is a short day but a steep climb, taking us slowly along the ridge for spectacular views of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone.
  • After a hot lunch at Saddle Hut, we can make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820 m) for superb views just before sunset. We will have dinner and an overnight stay at Saddle Hut, with full board provided.
4
Day 04

Summit Mount Meru at Sunrise and Descend

  • We will start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point and onto Cobra Point. We will reach the summit (4,566 m) in time for sunrise, with the possibility of seeing Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridgeline between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater.
  • After a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut, we will continue the descent to Meriakamba Hut, covering Alpine Desert Moorland and Montane Forest habitats.

Dinner and an overnight stay will be at Arusha Safari Lodge, with full board provided.

5
Day 05

Descend to Momella Gate and Return to Arusha

  • We will take a fast descent through open grassland and mixed forest, with the possibility of spotting wildlife, before reaching Momella Gate in the late morning. The return transfer will be waiting to take you back to Arusha Safari Lodge.
  • We will have dinner and an overnight stay at Arusha Safari Lodge, with bed, dinner, and breakfast included.
6
Day 06

Departure from Arusha

  • A private departure transfer is included from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport.
  • If you wish, you can undertake the trek for your own personal or group charity, making a positive impact.
Saddle Hut, Meru Crater, Ash Cone, Arusha

Where this trip takes you

Saddle Hut, Meru Crater, Ash Cone, Arusha

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd 3 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Two nights' accommodation in Arusha or Moshi and three meals daily while on the mountain
  • Private, professional mountain guides
  • All park fees
  • Rescue fees
  • All meals while on the mountain
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Guide, porter, and cook salaries and park fees
  • Pulse oximeters
  • Walking poles
  • First aid supplies
  • Flying doctor service

What's Not Included

  • Tanzania Visa: $50 per person on arrival
  • Personal expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
  • Meals not listed above
  • Optional tours (short safari after your climb, etc.)
  • Tips and any items of a personal nature

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Kilimanjaro Airport Rd.

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