2 Days Climbing Mount Meru
The Overview of 2 Days Mount Meru Trekking Climb
The 2-day Mount Meru trek is one of the options among the 3 and 4-day itineraries. It’s located in the heart of Arusha National Park, about 80 km west of Mount Kilimanjaro. Mount Meru, a massive volcano, reaches an altitude of 4,566 meters (14,980 feet). It is the second-highest mountain in Tanzania and the fourth in Africa. The trek starts at Momella Gate, which is about 32 km (20 miles) from Arusha City.
Climbing Mount Meru is ideal for acclimatization before attempting Mount Kilimanjaro because of its altitude and hiking distances. This trek is also great for hikers who prefer fewer crowds and a less challenging ascent.
Highlights
- 4564 meters in height. Second tallest mountain in Tanzania!
- Fewer people have been at the top of Mt. Meru than on Mt. Everest.
- You CAN climb Meru by yourself or in a small team (not possible on Kilimanjaro)
- Socialist Peak (Meru's main peak)
- Very rewarding ascend at SUNRISE
- Little Meru (Meru's second highest peak at 3800m)
Tour Itinerary
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Day 1: Momella Gate (1,500m) – Miriakamba Hut (2,500m)
A description of today’s hike:
- Elevation: 1,500m/4,921ft to 2,500m/8,202ft (1,000m ascent)
- Hiking distance: 10 km
- Hiking time: 4–5 hours
- Habitat: Mountain Forest
- Meals: Lunch, dinner, breakfast, and lunch
- Budget Lodging: Miriakamba Hut
After a short registration at Momella Gate, our walk will begin with a fully armed ranger escorting us. During the hike, we expect to see wild animals like zebras, giraffes, monkeys, antelopes, and often, elephants along the route. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Miriakamba Hut.
Miriakamba Hut (2,500m) to Momella Gate (1,500 m)
A description of today’s hike:
- Elevation: 2,500m/8,202ft to 1,500m/4,921ft (1,000m descent)
- Hiking distance: 10 km descent
- Hiking time: 2–3 hours to the park gate
- Habitat: Mountain (Montane) forest
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, you will begin your final descent to Momella Gate using the southern route. During the descent, we will pass through the montane forest and by the attractive Fig Tree Arch. Upon arrival at Momella Gate, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
Note: On this 2-day hike, hikers may choose to proceed with a game viewing drive within the park until 5:30 pm for an additional charge per person before heading back to Arusha or Moshi.
Please let us know in advance if you would like this additional tour so that the costs can be included.
What to take on the expedition?
We provide all the food and cooking gear for your trip. Our mountain chef will prepare tasty meals. We also have first aid kits and oxygen in case of altitude sickness.
You’ll need to bring mountain clothes, trekking poles, a sleeping bag, and other personal items. You can bring your own or rent from our Tanzania warehouse.
At the summit, nighttime temperatures are around 0°C (32°F) and often below freezing. It might rain, so choose clothes for cold, wet, and windy weather.
Mt Meru : Accommodation
On Mt. Meru, you will sleep in two very well-appointed, big huts. The huts are: the Miriakamba Huts at 2514 m (8248 ft) and the Saddle Huts at 3570 m (11712 ft). Both huts offer a comfortable resting place after a day of trekking, providing essential amenities to ensure a good night’s sleep and preparation for the journey ahead.
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Our tours are top-notch but give you great value. The price we tell you upfront covers most of the costs for one person, like flights and all transfers.
Includes
- Park fees
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Excludes
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Alcohol drinks
- Visas and visa fees where relevant
- Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
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