4 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 0: Pre-trek Briefing
If you have opted for the optional airport transfers, we will pick you up from Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha airport and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Pre-trek briefing at your Arusha hotel. You should be planning to arrive at least one day before the start of the trek. Today we will spend the day having a pre-trek briefing. We will also review your equipment and rent any equipment which is needed at a local shop.
Day 1: Hotel to Momella gate to Miriakamba Hut
Drive from Arusha to Momella Gate takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Once at the gate we will finish all the procedures and depart for the trek. The trek takes you through places from where you can catch breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the renowned Momella lakes. Trekkers encounter wildlife like Bushbucks, Cape Buffaloes, Giraffes, and Warthogs during this day. We continue a short distance until we reach the Miriakamba hut.
Elevation: 1500m/4921ft to 2500m/8202ft
Distance: 6km/3.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
Today we trek through the steep path along the ridge of the saddle. On the way, you can witness the stunning Meru crater, the ash cone, and little Meru. There are chances of us encountering wildlife like Cape Buffaloes and the black and white Colobus monkey. We will end the trek up at Saddle hut. Once you have settled at the camp we will set off on a short trek to little Meru (3810m) for acclimatization purpose and return to Saddle hut.
Elevation: 2500m/8202ft to 3500m/11483ft
Distance: 6km/3.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3: Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak to Miriakamba Hut
We wake up just after midnight and have a light meal to keep our energies high. Once done with the meal we start the final ascent to Socialist Peak. This ascent will be steep and we will be making our way through gravel and rocky cliffs. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. Once at the summit, you will enjoy the magnificent views of the Meru Crater and the Ash cone. There are chances that one might catch a glimpse of wildlife like mountain Reedbucks and Klipspringers over the rocky ridge.
From the summit, we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Miriakamba hut.
Elevation: 3500m/11483ft to 4562m/14967ft down to 2500m/8202ft
Distance: 19km/12mi
Hiking Time: 10-12 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4: Miriakamba Hut to Momella gate
After breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Momella Gate, we will change the route and take the southern route down hence the change in distance trekked on this day. We will also pass through the astonishing Fig tree Arch.
Seko Tours Adventures vehicle will be waiting for you at Momella gate to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha (around 1 hour and 30 minutes).
Elevation: 2500m/8202ft to 1500m/4921ft
Distance: 14km/8.5mi
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
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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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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