Mount Meru is one of the major attractions of Arusha National Park. The full ascent requires at least three days. The route takes climbers through a series of natural environments with a variety of flora and fauna and an interesting mixture of nature and culture.
Meru has one route to the top and can be attempted for three days but we highly recommend doing four days for acclimatization. Most alpines use Meru for acclimatization before the Kilimanjaro climb. The mountain has less snow formed at the volcano eruption.
Unlike Kilimanjaro when you are climbing Mount Meru you have to be escorted by an armed ranger(s) as you pass through the Arusha National Park. It is at this time when you will enjoy the walking safari as you pass the groups of African buffaloes, Zebras, Black and white colobus monkeys just a little wildlife mention.
Day by Day Itinerary
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport; meet by our knowledgeable driver guide, after greetings and double check your bags will transfer you to Arusha town (45 minutes’ drive). Briefing will be provided by your mountains professional and experienced guide. Your Mount Meru guide will also check your climbing equipment’s. Anything missing can be rented for you.
Accommodation: Kibo Palace Hotel (https://kibopalacehotel.com/ ) or Similar
Day 2: Arusha – Momella gate (1500m) to Miriakamba hut (2500m) |
After breakfast you will depart the hotel at 0800hrs and head to the Momella gate which is the starting point of the trek. The drive to the gate is roughly an hour and a half. After the registration you will start your trek accompanied by an armed ranger. Along the route you will catch spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the Momella lakes. You will encounter animals such as cape buffaloes, giraffes, warthogs and bushbucks, to name a few. Your trek will end up at Miriakamba Hut where you will be spending the night.
Distance covered: 6km / 3.5mi
Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours
Accommodation: Miriakamba Hut
Day 3: Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Saddle Hut (3500m) |
Today’s trek takes you through the steep path along the ridge of the saddle. Amazing views of the Meru crater, the ash cone and little Meru can be seen along the way. While trekking through the forest keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and the attractive wild flowers. Common animals include buffaloes and the black and white Colobus monkey. Your trek will end up at Saddle hut where you will be spending the night. After resting at the camp you will set off on an hour acclimatization trek to little Meru (3810m) then head back down to Saddle hut.
Distance covered: 6.5km / 4mi
Approx. time taken: 3 – 4 hours
Accommodation: Saddle Hut
Day 4: Saddle hut – Summit – Miriakamba Hut -Momela gate |
We start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and on to Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) on time for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridge line 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 the Miriakamba Hut and lastly in Momela gate.
The returning transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to Arusha at your accommodation.
Approx. time taken: 13-14 hours
Distance covered: 28km
Accommodation: Kibo Palace Hotel or Similar
After breakfast at your hotel today you could have a short walk around Arusha town (Option) then transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport to connect with your flight back home. Or connect with local flight to Zanzibar.
Note: while most hotels have an 10:00 AM check-out policy, they also offer late check-out for those with evening or night flights. The fees are moderate.
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3 Days Meru route price
Price in $$ Per person sharing
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