4-Day Mount Meru Private Trekking

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Marikamba Hut

Your journey commences as we depart from Arusha and make our way to Momella Gate. After a brief registration process at the gate, we begin our hike. Throughout this adventure, you'll have the company of an armed ranger escort to ensure your safety. As we trek, keep your eyes peeled for a variety of wildlife, including elephants, zebras, giraffes, monkeys, antelopes, and the occasional elephant sighting along the route. Your day concludes with a delicious dinner and a restful night's sleep at Miriakamba Hut.

Elevation (m): From 1,387 m to 1,500 m
Elevation (ft): From 4,921 ft to 3,000 ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Saddle Hut

Today's journey takes us from Miriakamba Hut to the Saddle Hut just below Little Meru. Although it's a short distance, it involves a steep climb. As we proceed, we'll leisurely follow the ridge, granting us breathtaking views of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone. After a hearty lunch at Saddle Hut, there's an optional short climb to the summit of Little Meru, reaching an elevation of 3,820 meters. From this vantage point, you'll be treated to spectacular views, especially just before sunset.

Dinner and overnight accommodations await at Saddle Hut.

Elevation (m): From 2,514 m to 3,570 m
Elevation (ft): From 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Forest and Moorland.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Summit

Today's adventure begins exceptionally early, around 1:30 a.m. We embark on a steep ascent towards Rhino Point (3,800 m) and then proceed to Cobra Point (4,350 m). Our ultimate goal is to reach the summit (4,566 m) in time to witness the sunrise, and if conditions are favorable, you can catch a glimpse of Kilimanjaro's peak rising above the clouds. The final leg of our climb involves traversing a spectacular narrow ridgeline situated between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater. After reaching the summit, we'll pause for a well-deserved rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before making our descent to Miriakamba Hut.

Elevation (m): From 3,570 m to 4,565 m to 2,514 m
Elevation (ft): From 11,712 ft to 14,977 ft to 8,250 ft
Distance: 5 km ascent, 13 km descent
Hiking Time: 10 – 12 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert, Moorland, and Montane Forest.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Marikamba Hut

After our early morning descent from Saddle Hut, we follow a shorter and quicker route that takes us through open grassland and mixed forest. There's a possibility of encountering wildlife along the way. By late morning, we reach Momella Gate, where our return transfer will be waiting to take you back to your hotel in Arusha or Moshi.

Elevation (m): From 2,514 m to 1,500 m to 1,387 m
Elevation (ft): From 8,250 ft to 4,921 ft to 4,921 ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 2-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.