Tanzania · Trekking

4-Day Mount Meru Trek in Arusha National Park to Socialist Peak

4 Days Round trip from Mt Meru Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek through Arusha National Park, rich in wildlife including giraffes, buffaloes, bushbucks, and colobus monkeys
02 Enjoy panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Momella Lakes on Day 1
03 Climb to Little Meru (3,810m) for acclimatization before summit day
04 Reach Socialist Peak (4,562m), the summit of Mount Meru, and witness breathtaking sunrise views
05 Descend via the scenic southern route, passing through Fig Tree Arch

Embark on a thrilling 4-day trek to Mount Meru, Tanzania's second-highest peak, in scenic Arusha National Park. Follow trails through lush rainforest and open mountain landscapes where you may spot giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs, antelope, and colobus monkeys along the way. The route climbs past the Momella Lakes, Meru Crater, and Little Meru before reaching Socialist Peak at 4,562 meters for breathtaking sunrise views over Mount Kilimanjaro, the Ash Cone, and the dramatic crater below.

The route climbs past the Momella Lakes, Meru Crater, and Little Meru before reaching Socialist Peak at 4,562 meters for breathtaking sunrise views over Mount Kilimanjaro, the Ash Cone, and the dramatic crater below.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Cities Arusha, Mount Meru, Arusha National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut Trek

Depart the hotel at 0800 hrs and drive approximately 1.5 hours to Momella Gate.
Complete registration and begin the trek with an armed ranger.
Trek through open grassland and forested slopes, spotting giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs, and various antelope species.
Enjoy distant views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Momella Lakes.
Arrive at Miriakamba Hut by late afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Distance: 6 km / 3.5 mi
Approximate Time: 4 - 5 hours

Day 02

Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut via Little Meru

Begin an uphill trek through montane forest, ascending via a steep ridge.
Admire views of the Meru crater, ash cone, and Little Meru (3810m).
Spot wildlife such as black and white colobus monkeys and buffaloes along the trail.
Arrive at Saddle Hut for lunch and rest.
Take an acclimatization walk to Little Meru and return to camp for the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Distance: 6.5 km / 4 mi
Approximate Time: 3 - 4 hours

Day 03

Summit Socialist Peak and Descend to Miriakamba Hut

Wake up just after midnight for tea and a light snack.
Begin a challenging pre-dawn ascent to the summit via a narrow, steep trail with rocky ridges.
Reach Socialist Peak (4562m) in time for sunrise and panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Meru Crater, and the Ash Cone.
Begin the descent back to Saddle Hut for a short rest, then continue down to Miriakamba Hut.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Distance: 19 km / 12 mi
Approximate Time: 10 - 12 hours

Day 04