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4 Days Climbing Mount Meru

Trekking Overview

Mount Meru is an often overlooked, but spectacular volcano located in the centre of Arusha National Park. At 14,980 feet high, Meru serves as a great warm up to Mount Kilimanjaro or a complete standalone hike in it of itself. The crowds that can plague Kilimanjaro are non-existent here, allowing for a solitary, peaceful trek. Accommodations are in wood huts.

On the lower slopes of the mountain and inside the park, there is a good chance of spotting animals. An armed ranger will accompany your party on the first stage to protect against any wildlife threats. The trail follows the north rim of the crater, along a dramatic ridgeline. Once at the summit, the views of Mount Kilimanjaro and down into Meru crater are unforgettable.

Olosokwan Adventures offers Mount Meru as a four-day private climb. However, clients from different parties and operators are often combined to walk with the armed ranger on the lower slopes.

Mount Meru is ideal for altitude acclimatization and you may elect to climb Mount Kilimanjaro with a lower number of days after climbing Meru. Many people who climb both mountains have a quiet preference for the humble Mount Meru. Although about 4,000 feet lower than Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru is still a very tall mountain. Do not underestimate Mount Meru. Altitude acclimatization is still the key to a successful summit Meru.

Olosokwan Adventures offers Mount Meru as four private climb. However, clients from different parties and operators are often combined to walk with the armed ranger on the lower slopes.

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DAY 1: Momella Gate to Miriakamba Huts

Elevation: 4,921 ft. to 8,250 ft.
Distance: 10 km 
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest

We depart Moshi or Arusha for Momella Gate in Arusha National Park for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek. The hiking trail begins in open grassland with an armed ranger as the possibility of seeing wildlife – giraffe, zebras, antelope, elephant and buffalo – is high. We climb steadily through the rain forest until the reach Miriakamba Huts, situated in a grassy glade.

DAY 2: Miriakamba Huts to Saddle Huts

Elevation: 8,250 ft. to 11,712 ft.
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Heath

We continue climbing through the rain forest until we enter the heath zone accompanied by giant heather and other moorland vegetation. Along the ridge of the saddle, we have views of Mount Meru Crater and the Ash Tray. After arriving at Saddle Huts, there is an option to hike to the top of Little Mount Meru for superb views and to further aid acclimatization.

DAY 3: Saddle Huts to Summit

Elevation: 11,712 ft. to 14,977 ft.
Distance: 5 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert

Summit to Miriakamba Huts
Elevation: 14,977 ft. to 8,250 ft.
Distance: 13 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Heath

Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our climb to the summit. The trail is steep to Rhino Point and then Cobra Point. The path continues along the ridge of ash and rock to the summit – Socialist Peak. Here we enjoy magnificent views of Kilimanjaro and the sunrise before returning to Miriakamba Huts.

DAY 4: Miriakamba Huts to Momella Gate

Elevation: 11,712 ft. to 4,921 ft.
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 2-4 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest

On our last day, we descend quickly through the tropical rainforest to Momella Gate. At the base of the mountain, our vehicle will meet us and drive us back to the hotel in Arusha or Moshi.

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Price Includes

  • Airport pick up and drop off
  • 2 Nights’ Accommodation in Arusha on bed and breakfast bases
  • Professional, experienced guides
  • Fresh, healthy, nutritious food
  • Clean, purified drinking water
  • Hard working, team-oriented support staff
  • Fair wages to our employees
  • Quality, waterproof, four-season mountain hardware tents
  • Solid safety and crisis management procedures

Price Excludes

  • Flight tickets
  • Visa fees
  • Items of personal nature
  • Climbing gears e.g., Walking poles etc.
  • Tips to Mountain crew
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