5-Day Trek To Mount Meru From Momella Gate
Description
Embark on this 5-day trekking tour to reach the summit of Mount Meru, Africa's fifth-highest mountain. Explore the scenic beauty of the surrounding ranges of Kilimanjaro, Oldonyo Lengai, Longido, and Gerai as you make stops at the gorgeous Saddle and Miriakamba Huts.
Highlights
- Trek to the peak of the magnificent Mount Meru
- Take in the breathtaking view from the Summit
- Spend time at the beautiful Miriakamba & Saddle Huts
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1- Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport expand_more
Arrive in Tanzania at Kilimanjaro airport.
Transfer to the hotel and get a briefing from the guide about the ascent of Mount Meru.
Overnight in the hotel with half board.
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Day 2- Arusha - Momella Gate (1700m) - Miriakamba hut (2500m) expand_more
After breakfast, transfer to the starting point.
Trek from Momella Gate (1500m) to Miriakamba (2500m) for 4-5 hours with a lunch box.
There are two routes from Momela to Miriakamba; Southern and Northern route.
While walking, one can come across giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, and more.
Enjoy views of lakes (Momella), Mount Kilimanjaro, and summit of Mt Meru.
Overnight stay in a hut with full board.
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Day 3- Miriakamba to Saddle Hut (3750m) expand_more
Trek from Miriakamba to Saddle takes about 3-4 hours.
After breakfast, begin to climb the mountain.
Enjoy views of lakes (Momella), Mount Kilimanjaro, and the summit of Mt Meru.
In the afternoon, climb the Little Meru (3800m) to acclimatize.
Overnight stay in a hut with full board.
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Day 4- Saddle - Summit - Miriakamba expand_more
At midnight, wake up for preparation and take a cup of tea before proceeding towards the Summit. The ascent can take about 5-6 hours.
In the morning, when the sun rises, the view is lovely. One can see different mountains like Kilimanjaro (5896m), Oldonyo Lengai (2800m), Longido (2800m), Kitmbeine, and Gerai.
After reaching the Summit (4656m), descend towards Saddle Hut for a break and lunch.
After lunch, descend to Miriakamba.
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Day 5- Miriakamba - Momella Gate expand_more
After breakfast and packing up, depart to Momella gate, where those who completed the trek towards the summit get certificates.
Trek for 4.5-5 hours towards Momella Gate.
Upon arrival, meet the driver for transfer back to the hotel.
What's Included
Welcome at the airport of Kilimanjaro
Transfer to hotel
All transfers indicated in the program
2 nights at the hotel in Arusha before and after climbing
All park fees
Hut fees
Rescue fees
Ranger fees
English-speaking Vietnamese tour guide
Cook, and porters
Full board accommodation during ascent (morning tea, breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Boiled water during the climb
A cylinder of oxygen for 2 to 5 clients. For 6 clients and more, it will be PC
What's Excluded
Flight (local or international)
Entry visa
Drinks
Tips for the local team
Meeting Point
Kilimanjaro Airport, Tanzania
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Standard | |
2 To 3 | USD 960 Per Person |
4 To 4 | USD 880 Per Person |
5 To 7 | USD 800 Per Person |
8 To 10 | USD 720 Per Person |
This is a private tour |