Mount Meru Climb
Why we love it?
The Mount Meru Climb is a four-day trekking experience set in Tanzania, designed for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts. This tour takes participants from Moshi to the base of Mount Meru, culminating in an ascent that showcases stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. With two nights of accommodation in Moshi and meals included, climbers can enjoy a blend of comfort and rugged outdoor exploration. Distinctively, the climb offers an alternative to the more crowded Kilimanjaro routes, providing a less-traveled path with breathtaking views and a chance to acclimatize before tackling higher altitudes.
Inclusions
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Two nights accommodation in Moshi bed and breakfast
- Transportation from Moshi to the starting point
- All government fees
- Guides and porters salaries
Exclusions
- Tips for your Kilimanjaro guides, porters, driver and cooks.
- Lunches, and drinks at the Springlands Hotel
- Transfer to/from airport
- any other personal expenses.
Itinerary
Day 1 KILIMANJARO AIRPORT – MOSHI | SPRINGLANDS HOTEL
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Arrive at the Kilimanjaro International Airport, pick up and transfer to Springlands Hotel or similar for overnight.
Overnight at Springlands Hotel (bed and breakfast) or Similar.
Day 2 MOMELLA GATE | MIRIAKAMBA HUT
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Altitude: 1,500 m – 2,541 m
Hiking time: 4-6 Hours
Distance: 10 Km
Habitat: Montane Forest
Drive from Moshi to Momella Gate. After a short registration at Momella Gate, our walk begins with a fully armed ranger escorting us on the hike. You will see wild animals including buffalo, zebras, giraffes, monkeys, antelope, and often elephants along the route. Dinner and overnight at Miriakamba Hut.
Day 3 MIRIAKAMBA HUT | SADDLE HUT
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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 | SUMMIT SOCIALIST PEAK | MIRIAKAMBA HUT
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Altitude: 3,570 m – 3,850 m – 4,566 m – 2,541 m
Hiking time: 10-12 Hours
You will start climbing between 1 am to 2 am at night. The route is very steep towards Rhino Point (3,850 m) and from there towards the summit along a very narrow ridge. You will reach mount Meru summit, Socialist Peak, (4566 m) right at sunrise.
The sceneries there are stunning; you can see Mount Kilimanjaro at a distance if the weather is clear. After taking photos on the summit you will descend back to Saddle hut and then descend to Miriakamba hut.
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.
Day 5 MIRIAKAMBA HUT | MOMELLA GATE | SPRINGLANDS HOTEL
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Altitude: 2,541 m – 1,500 m
Hiking time: 2-5 Hours
You will leave at about 8.00 a.m. in the morning and descend to Momella gate. You can choose the longer or shorter route down. On the longer route, you have a very good chance to see wildlife and the ash cone. 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 Springlands Hotel in Moshi for refreshments, dinner, and overnight.
Overnight at Springlands Hotel (Dinner, bed and breakfast) or Similar.
Day 6 MOSHI-AIRPORT | DEPART
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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.
Please Note
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Our staff will keep in touch with the client and send our accredited driver to pick them up.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats available
- Passport required
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 2 days before start
Non-refundable after 2 days before start
