Mount Meru Summit Trekking

Upon arrival at the Kilimanjaro/Arusha airport, your private driver-guide will greet you and drive you to your accommodation. There, you'll meet your mountain guide for a briefing and equipment check-up in preparation for your Mount Meru trekking adventure.

After settling in, enjoy dinner and spend the night at your accommodation. The trekking begins the next day.

Start your day with a delightful breakfast before venturing into the wonders of Arusha National Park. Your journey commences with a smooth transfer from your accommodation, ensuring a hassle-free entrance into the park. Accompanied by a knowledgeable armed ranger, you'll begin your trail, equipped with essentials like a camera and rain jacket, neatly packed in your backpack. While you explore, our dedicated porters will handle the heavy lifting, ensuring everything from food to cooking gas is taken care of, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the experience. Keep your eyes peeled for enchanting wildlife sightings, from elephants to giraffes, enhancing your trekking adventure. As the day winds down, indulge in a hearty dinner and unwind with an overnight stay at Miriakamba Hut, rejuvenating for the next leg of your journey.

Hiking time: 5-6 hours.
Distance: Approximately 10 km.
Habitat: Montane forest habitat.

Fuel up with a delicious breakfast before embarking on your ascent towards the saddle below little Meru. Today's trek is short but steep, lasting approximately 4-5 hours, guiding you through lush mountain forests and past the iconic "Elephant Ridge," offering stunning vistas of the summit ridge and crater floor along the way.

Following a satisfying lunch, you have the option to hike up to little Meru at 3820 meters, a half-hour jaunt ideal for acclimatization. Weather permitting, soak in breathtaking panoramic views of Arusha National Park and Mount Kilimanjaro from this vantage point.

After a day of adventure, return to the huts where a warm, hearty meal awaits, ensuring you're fueled and ready for the next leg of your journey.

Hiking time: 4-5 hours.
Distance: About 8 km
Habitat: Forest and moorland.

Prepare for an early rise just after midnight, greeted by a light meal before commencing your thrilling final push to the summit. The path ahead is challenging, with steep climbs through gravel and rocky ridges, but the reward is unparalleled. At the summit, feast your eyes on breathtaking vistas of the Meru Crater and ash cone, while keeping watch for elusive wildlife like klipspringers and mountain reedbucks amidst the rugged terrain. Capture unforgettable moments with your camera before beginning your descent back to the welcoming comforts of Miriakamba Hut at 2500 meters, where you'll spend the night, reliving the day's triumphs.

Hiking time: 12-15hrs
Distance: 5 km up and 12 km down
Habitat: Alpine desert moorland and montane forest

Begin your day with a hearty breakfast, preparing you for the exciting descent to the Momella gate. Traverse through enchanting montane forests and pause at the iconic big fig tree, perfect for capturing memorable snapshots. Along the way, be delighted by sightings of Colobus monkeys, majestic giraffes, powerful buffalos, and gentle elephants, adding an extra layer of adventure to your journey. Throughout your trek, rest assured knowing an armed ranger accompanies you, ensuring your safety at all times. Upon reaching the gate, bid farewell to your dedicated crew before embarking on a scenic drive back to Arusha, marking the conclusion of your unforgettable trekking experience.

Hiking time: 5hrs
Distance: 14 km
Habitat: Montane forest