3 Days Mount Meru Hiking Tour

Tour Price

$ 840

Tour Overview

This hike to the peak of Mount Meru is completed in three days. Situated at the heart of the Arusha National Park, Mount Meru overlooks the spectacular plains of the savannah. Meru was sculpted into its distinctive shape thousands of years ago when a volcanic blast destroyed an immense bulk of the eastward flank of the mountain.

The fertile slopes are home to a vast range of wildlife. The climb to the summit alongside the volcanic caldera doesn’t require an athlete or an extreme alpinist but you should be in relatively good shape. Mount Meru climbing entails steep slopes, it can be challenging but you won’t regret conquering it. The enchanting view and diverse wildlife of Kilimanjaro’s little brother make this the ideal trek for an adventurous thrill seeker.

Duration

3 days

Tour Type

Min Age

5+

Max Pax

30

Itinerary Highlights

Tour In Details

Arrival

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where our representative will meet you and transfer to the hotel.The hotel provides all the essentials for a comfortable stay, such as: cozy rooms, Internet access, hot water, a swimming pool, and a helpful staff. In the evening, an orientation session with our tour coordinators will ensure that you are ready to begin the spectacular Meru climb.

Private tour packages include shared airport transfers for your group. Extra charges will apply for additional individual transfers. To avoid extra costs, sync your group's arrival and departure times.

PLEASE NOTE : Check-in starts at 2:00 PM.

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 Summit to Miriakamba Hut to Momella gate

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 1500m/4921ft
  • Distance: 28km/17mi
  • Hiking Time: 13-14 hours
  • Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

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Includes

  • All Park entrance fee.
  • Rescue fees in mountain
  • Transfers from Airport and return
  • All meals while on the Mountain
  • Salaries to the guides, cooks and porters
  • Government Tax
  • Huts fees
  • Fair and ethical treatment of porters

Excludes

  • International or Local Flights
  • Optional activities
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance

Where to Stay

Accommodations during a Mount Meru hike are simple and comfortable, featuring mountain huts like Miriakamba and Saddle Huts. These huts offer shared rooms with basic bedding, communal dining areas, and eco-friendly restrooms. They are perfectly located to provide breathtaking views of forests, wildlife, and the mountain’s craters. After a day of trekking, the huts offer a peaceful and safe place to relax and prepare for the next adventure.

Who will love this?

This experience is perfect for those seeking a meaningful and memorable achievement shared with friends or loved ones. You value expert guidance, well-organized support, and a journey that feels both personal and rewarding. Privacy and exclusivity matter, so your hike is arranged as a private departure, allowing you to enjoy the adventure at your own pace while fully immersing yourself in the experience.

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