3-Day Guided Private Ascent of Mount Meru

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

Arusha (1400m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m)

Duration: 5-7 hours of hiking

Following an early breakfast in Arusha (1400m), you'll be collected from your hotel and transported to the Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. Porters will then organize and pack your hiking gear while you and your guide complete park registration. Your ascent into Arusha National Park begins, with the first day's trek resembling a walking safari. Expect to encounter giraffes, zebras, antelopes, buffalo, and possibly even elephants along the trail. Given the high probability of wildlife sightings, an armed ranger, provided by the national park, will accompany your group throughout the hike. As you ascend, you'll pass the Ngarenanyuki River and a picturesque waterfall nestled at the foot of Mount Meru. Upon arrival at Miriakamba Hut (2500m), a hot dinner and washing water will await you, prepared by our chef. Enjoy a stunning sunset and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Saddle Hut (3500m)

After breakfast, you'll begin your ascent along the steep, saddle ridge trail. Keep an eye out for wildlife sightings! The trail offers stunning views of Mount Meru Crater and the Ash Tray. Upon reaching camp, you can choose to hike Little Mount Meru (3820m) with your guide for further acclimatization. An early dinner will be served, allowing ample rest before your midnight summit attempt. Aim to be asleep by 7:00 pm!

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Saddle Hut (3500m) – Summit Attempt (4566m) – Arusha (1400m)

Duration: 12-14 hours of hiking

Your guide will wake you at 12:30 am for tea and biscuits, and your summit attempt begins at 1:30 am. The trail ascends steeply from Rhino Point (3800m) to Cobra Point (4350m). The final hour involves a scramble along a rocky ridge between the crater and Meru's inner cliffs. You'll reach the summit (4565m) at sunrise, rewarded with spectacular views of Mount Meru's Ash Tray and Mount Kilimanjaro. After enjoying the summit vistas, you'll descend to Momella Gate and return to Arusha.

Main Destination:

Mount Meru

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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