4-Day Mount Meru Trek from Arusha with Socialist Peak Summit

• Drive from Arusha to Momella Gate, which takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Once at the gate, we will complete all the procedures and depart for the trek. The trail takes you through areas with breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the renowned Momella Lakes. Trekkers may encounter wildlife such as Bushbucks, Cape Buffaloes, Giraffes, and Warthogs during this day.
• We then continue a short distance until we reach Miriakamba Hut.

Elevation: 1500m/4921ft to 2500m/8202ft
Distance: 6km/3.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Lunch and dinner

• Today, we trek along the steep path on the ridge of the saddle. On the way, you can witness the stunning Meru Crater, the Ash Cone, and Little Meru. There is also a chance of encountering wildlife such as Cape Buffaloes and black-and-white Colobus monkeys.
• We end the main trek at Saddle Hut.
• Once you have settled into camp, we will set off on a short trek to Little Meru (3810m) for acclimatization before returning to Saddle Hut.

Elevation: 2500m/8202ft to 3500m/11483ft
Distance: 6km/3.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner

We wake up just after midnight and have a light meal to keep our energy high.

• After the meal, we begin the final ascent to Socialist Peak. This climb is steep, and we make our way through gravel and rocky cliffs. It is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek.
• At the summit, you will enjoy magnificent views of the Meru Crater and the Ash Cone. There is also a chance of spotting wildlife such as mountain Reedbucks and Klipspringers along the rocky ridge.
• From the summit, we begin our descent and continue straight down to Miriakamba Hut.

Elevation: 3500m/11483ft to 4562m/14967ft down to 2500m/8202ft
Distance: 19km/12mi
Hiking Time: 10-12 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

• After breakfast, we continue the descent to Momella Gate. We take the southern route down, which explains the change in trekking distance for this day. Along the way, we also pass through the astonishing Fig Tree Arch.
• Our vehicle will be waiting for you at Momella Gate to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha, approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes away.

Elevation: 2500m/8202ft to 1500m/4921ft
Distance: 14km/8.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast and lunch