Mt. Meru Tanzania
5 Day Travel Plan
Mount Meru is the second highest mountain in Tanzania and an excellent acclimatization climb before tackling Kilimanjaro or just an amazing 3–4-day hike in its own right. Generally considered an easier climb it will still prove a challenge to most adventurers. The views are stunning.
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport – Arusha |Kizumba House.
Arrive at the Kilimanjaro International Airport, pick up and transfer to Kizumba House or similar for overnight.
Overnight at Kizumba House (bed and breakfast) or Similar.
Day 2: Momella Gate | Miriakamba Hut
Altitude: 1,500 m – 2,541 m
Hiking time: 4-6 Hours
Distance: 10 Km
Habitat: Montane Forest
Drive from Arusha to Momella Gate. After a short registration at the Momella Gate, our walk begins with a fully armed ranger escorting us on the hike. Along the way, you will see wild animals including buffalo, zebras, giraffes, monkeys, antelopes, and often elephants. Dinner and overnight at Miriakamba Hut.
Day 3: Miriakamba Hut | Saddle Hut.
Altitude: 2,541 m – 3,570 m
Hiking time: 3-5 Hours
Distance: 8 Km
Habitat: Forest and Moorland
The walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. The walk will take you slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone. After a hot lunch at Saddle Hut, you can make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820 m) for superb views just before sunset. Dinner and overnight at Saddle Hut.
Day 4: Saddle Hut | Rhino Point | Cobra Point | Summit Socialist Peak | Momella Gate | Kizumba House.
Altitude: 3,570 m – 3,600 m – 4,350 m – 4,566 m – 1,500 m
Hiking time: 12-14 Hours
Distance: 5 Km ascent and 13 Km descent
Habitat: Alpine Desert, Moorland and Montane Forest
We start early at around 1:30 am for a steep climb to Rhino Point (3,800 m) then on to Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) in time for sunrise. There is a possibility of seeing Mt. Kilimanjaro’s 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. We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to Momella gate. Once at the gate, it’s time to tip your porters, guide, cook, and game ranger. After that our driver will be ready and waiting to transfer you back to Kizumba House in Arusha for refreshments, dinner, and overnight.
Note: In icy conditions or strong winds, it is not necessarily possible to pass the ridge between Rhino Point and the summit. Your guide will decide whether or not the conditions are good enough to continue.
Overnight at Kizumba House (Dinner, bed and breakfast) or Similar.
Day 5: Moshi-Airport | Depart
After having breakfast, enjoy your morning leisure time at the hotel, and depending on your flight schedule, get transferred to the airport to catch your departure flight back home.
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