3-Day Trek To Mt. Meru From Moshi
Description
Trek up to Tanzania's second-highest mountain, Mount Meru, through grassy plains, dense forests, rocky steeps, narrow ridges. See a variety of savannah animals such as Colobus monkeys, buffaloes, Ethiopian wolves & elephants en route! Enjoy the spectacular views once you reach the summit and get your certificate of completion on your way back.
Highlights
- Hike through fine forests, rocky ground and narrow ridges to reach the Summit
- Enjoy panoramic views of Mt. Kilimanjaro along the way
- Spot wildlife such as Ethiopian wolves, Colobus monkeys, giraffes, hippos & zebras
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Day 1: Moshi to Miriakamba Hut expand_more
Drive from Moshi to Momella Gate (1500 m), where the climb begins.
Walk through the grassy plains to see occasional views of Mount Kilimanjaro to your right.
After a few hours of trekking, you will reach the first campsite, Miriakamba Hut (2500 m). Here you will settle in a dormitory-style room, rest for the day.
Trekking Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 10 km | Altitude Gain: 1000 m.
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Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut expand_more
Wake up early in the morning for breakfast and begin your trek into fine forests as you head to the Saddle Hut (3500 m), where you will spend the evening and rest.
In the afternoon, relax in the hut or go on a one-hour trek to Little Meru (3801 m), where you will see the beautiful views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the sunset.
Trekking Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: 8 km | Altitude Gain: 1000 m
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Day 3: Saddle Hut to Summit Day to Back to Moshi expand_more
Wake up at 1:00 AM in the mid-night, have breakfast and start to ascend towards the summit.
Upon arrival at the Rhino point (3800 m), the trek becomes more difficult as you encounter rocky ground and narrow ridges.
Reach the summit (4,566 m) on time for sunrise; there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. Descend the peak.
Take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing to the Momella gate. Get your certification of completion here.
Depart from Momella gate to Moshi.
The tour ends here.
What's Included
Park fees, camping fees & rescue fees
18% VAT on tour fees & services
Mountain tents, double-layered sleeping mats
Transportation to and from the mountain gate
Professional mountain Tanzanian guides, cooks and porters
- All meals
Filtered water throughout the trek
Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA) and Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
2- way private airport transfers
What's Excluded
Flights
Tips
Items of a personal nature
Laundry services
Meeting Point
Moshi, Tanzania
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Adult | |
1 To 8 | USD 880 Per Person |
This is a private tour |