4-Day Mount Meru Hiking Tour

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

Arusha to Momela Gate to Miriakamba Hut

The adventure begins at Momela Gate, where the trail takes you through open grasslands, home to cape buffalo and warthogs. With a bit of luck, you may also spot giraffes and elephants grazing in the distance. The climb continues steadily through lush montane forest, where you’ll immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of nature.

At lunchtime, you'll stop at the famous *Fig Tree*, a popular resting point where you can enjoy a meal surrounded by the beauty of the forest. After lunch, the trek continues through a less dense forest, teeming with birdlife and playful monkeys, including the black and white colobus.

By mid-afternoon, you will begin to see the towering cliffs and the imposing Ash Cone in the distance. Your destination for the day is Miriakamba Hut, nestled in a serene grassy glade, where you’ll arrive in time to relax and enjoy the afternoon sun. From the hut, take in beautiful views over the plains, with Mount Kilimanjaro looming majestically in the distance.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Miriakamba Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Meru

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut, Afternoon hike to Little Meru

The trek from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle beneath Little Meru is a challenging, sustained climb. You will start the day walking through the lush, beautiful montane forest, gradually ascending towards Elephant Back Ridge.

After this strenuous climb, you will reach **Saddle Hut**, where you’ll enjoy a well-deserved lunch and take in the stunning surroundings. In the afternoon, you have the option to make a short but rewarding climb to the summit of **Little Meru** (3,820 m / 12,533 ft). The views from the summit are truly spectacular, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscapes. The climb to Little Meru takes about an hour, with a 30-minute descent back down.

The ascent involves a gain of 1,056 m / 3,465 ft, and this excursion offers excellent opportunities for acclimatization and preparation for the final summit push. Afterward, return to Saddle Hut for an evening of relaxation before the next day's adventure.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Saddle Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Meru

Meals & Drinks:

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

Summt & Descend to Miriakamba Hut

Summit day begins at **12:00 AM** with a steep climb to **Rhino Point (3,800 m)** and along a ridge to **Cobra Point (4,350 m)**. The final ascent to **Socialist Peak (4,566 m)** offers stunning sunrise views of Kilimanjaro, the Ash Cone, and the Rift Valley. The return follows a dramatic ridge back to **Saddle Hut** for brunch, before descending to **Miriakamba Hut** for an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Mariakamba Hut

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Meru

Meals & Drinks:

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

Hike to Trail Head, to Arusha

Descend via the same route or the jeep road, passing landmarks like the Fig Tree Arch and an optional waterfall visit. Enjoy a quick descent through grasslands and mixed forests, with great chances of spotting wildlife and stunning views of the crater and surrounding plains. Arrive at **Momela Gate** by late morning, followed by an overnight stay at your hotel in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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