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4-Day Mount Meru Summit Expedition

Trips / Hiking

4-Day Mount Meru Summit Expedition

  • 4 days, 0 nights
  • June to October & December to February
  • Private or shared
  • from $1,200 pp
Duration4 days
Best timeJune to October & December to February
StylePrivate or shared
Starts and endsArusha

Discover the beauty of Mount Meru on an unforgettable trekking expedition in Tanzania. Journey through lush montane forests, scenic landscapes and spectacular volcanic terrain as you make your way towards the summit. Experience incredible views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the surrounding wilderness while enjoying an authentic mountain adventure with Us.

  • Summit Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest mountain.
  • Explore lush montane forests and scenic trails.
  • Enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
  • Encounter unique wildlife and diverse vegetation.
  • Experience the dramatic volcanic landscapes of Meru.
  • Witness breathtaking sunrise views from the summit.
  • Enjoy an unforgettable guided mountain trekking adventure.

The route

1ArushaStart2Mount Meru
  1. 1ArushaStart, End
  2. 2Mount Meru
Schematic map, not to scale. Stops are approximate.
  1. StartArusha
  2. EndArusha

Day by day

4 days, one guide the whole way.

  1. Day1Arusha to Mount Meru – Into the Mountain WildernessApproximately 4–5 hours.Miriakamba Hut

    After breakfast, depart for Arusha National Park and begin your Mount Meru trekking adventure at Momella Gate. Complete the registration formalities before starting your hike through lush forests and beautiful mountain landscapes. Enjoy opportunities to encounter wildlife along the trail before reaching Mount Meru Game Lodge for dinner and overnight.

    OvernightMiriakamba Hut
    Meals & drinksArray
  2. Day2Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut – Ascending Mount MeruApproximately 3–5 hours.Saddle Hut

    After breakfast, continue your ascent through the beautiful montane forest and open heathland towards Saddle Hut. Enjoy spectacular views of Mount Meru’s dramatic landscapes and surrounding wilderness along the way. Arrive at Saddle Hut in the afternoon, with an optional short acclimatisation hike to Little Meru before dinner and overnight.

    OvernightSaddle Hut
    Meals & drinksArray
  3. Day3Saddle Hut to Mount Meru Summit – The Ultimate AscentApproximately 10–12 hours.Miriakamba Hut

    Begin your summit attempt around midnight, ascending through rocky terrain towards Socialist Peak, the summit of Mount Meru. Reach the summit in time to witness a spectacular African sunrise, with breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the surrounding landscapes. After celebrating your achievement, descend to Saddle Hut for a short rest before continuing to then back for dinner and overnight.

    OvernightMiriakamba Hut
    Meals & drinksArray
  4. Day4Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate – Descent & DepartureApproximately 2–3 hours.Departure day

    After breakfast, begin your final descent through the beautiful montane forest towards Momella Gate. Enjoy the scenic surroundings and final wildlife sightings along the trail. Upon arrival, complete the park exit formalities and meet your driver for a transfer back to Arusha, bringing your Mount Meru trekking adventure to a memorable close.

    Last dayDeparture day: we take you to the airport or your hotel
    Meals & drinksArray

Prices

Group sizePer personGroup total
Solo traveller$1,800$1,800
2 guests starting price$1,200$2,400
3 guests$1,150$3,450
4 guests$1,100$4,400
5 guests$1,050$5,250
6 or more$1,000from $6,000

Prices are per person in US dollars, based on a private vehicle. Shared group trips are quoted separately. The "From" price across the site is the 2-guest rate. Prices are set in US dollars. Other currencies are approximate and for guidance only.

Requesting a quote is free and no prior payment is required. You only pay once you are happy with the plan.

What's included

Included

  • Professional English-speaking mountain guide.
  • Park entrance and trekking fees.
  • Rescue fees and applicable park permits.
  • Mountain crew (cook and porters).
  • Accommodation in mountain huts.
  • All meals during the trek.
  • Drinking water during the climb.
  • Private round-trip transfers from Arusha.
  • Government taxes and applicable levies.

Not included

  • International flights.
  • Tanzania visa fees.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Personal trekking equipment and clothing.
  • Tips and gratuities for guides, cooks and porters.
  • Personal expenses and laundry.
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks.
  • Additional hotel accommodation before or after the trek.
  • Optional activities not specified in the itinerary.
  • Any services not mentioned under the inclusions.

Questions

Is the price per person?

Yes, per person, in US dollars, based on sharing. The more of you there are, the less each person pays, because the vehicle and guide are shared. The calculator on each trip page does the maths.

Is a river crossing guaranteed?

No, and nobody can honestly promise one. The herds decide. What we can do is give you more days at the river, which is the thing that helps most.

How do I pay?

A 30% deposit confirms the trip. The rest is due 60 days before you travel. Bank transfer or card.

Can I change my dates?

Yes, for free, until 60 days before departure. It depends on what is free that week, but we almost always find something.

What happens if my flight is delayed?

Bush flights run on the weather. If yours is late, we shuffle the day or drive you instead, so you do not lose time in the park.

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