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Tour Type
Mountain Climbing
Tour Duration
6 Days (5 Nights)
Minimum number of travellers
1 One
tour price
Budget
On Request
Midrange
On Request
Luxury
On Request
The Price Includes
- Professional English speaking mountain guide
- Experienced mountain crew including porters and cook
- All park entrance and conservation fees
- Armed ranger fees as required by Arusha National Park
- Full board meals during the trek
- Accommodation in mountain huts
- Airport transfers
- Trekking equipment for group use
- Drinking water during the trek
- All government taxes and levies
The Price Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal trekking gear
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
Tour Overview
This expertly crafted 6 days Mount Meru trekking adventure by NK Safaris Arusha Tanzania is designed for travelers seeking an authentic mountain experience combined with excellent acclimatization, breathtaking scenery, and rich wildlife encounters. Mount Meru, standing at 4,566 meters, is Tanzania’s second highest mountain and is often regarded as one of Africa’s most beautiful trekking peaks. Unlike Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru offers a quieter and more intimate trekking experience, making it ideal for adventure travelers, photographers, and nature lovers.
Mount Meru is located within Arusha National Park, a unique setting where trekking routes pass through grasslands, montane forests, and alpine zones while sharing the landscape with wildlife such as giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs, colobus monkeys, and a wide variety of bird species. The trek is conducted with an armed park ranger, ensuring safety while offering a rare opportunity to experience wildlife on foot. This makes Mount Meru one of the few mountains in Africa where trekking and safari experiences seamlessly combine.
The itinerary is structured to allow proper acclimatization, with overnight stays at Miriakamba Hut and Saddle Hut, strategically positioned to prepare trekkers for a successful summit attempt. The summit day rewards climbers with panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the Great Rift Valley, and the vast plains of Arusha National Park below. The dramatic crater rim, ash cone, and rugged volcanic landscapes make the summit of Mount Meru a truly unforgettable achievement.
This trek is ideal as a standalone trekking adventure or as a pre acclimatization climb before Mount Kilimanjaro, offering excellent altitude adaptation in a shorter timeframe. With professional mountain guides, quality equipment support, and strong safety standards, NK Safaris ensures a memorable and well organized trekking experience from start to finish.
Day To Day
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, guests will be warmly welcomed by a professional NK Safaris representative. After a meet and greet, you will be transferred to your hotel in Arusha City, located approximately 50 kilometers from the airport, with a driving time of about one hour. Arusha sits at the foothills of Mount Meru and serves as the base for the trek. The remainder of the day is dedicated to relaxation, equipment check, and a detailed trek briefing with your mountain guide, covering safety procedures, route overview, and altitude considerations.
Major activities include airport transfer, trek briefing, equipment check, and rest.
Optional extra activities include an Arusha city tour, cultural market visit, or coffee plantation tour.
Day 2: Mount Meru Trekking from Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut
After an early breakfast, depart Arusha for Momella Gate in Arusha National Park, located approximately 40 kilometers away, with a driving time of about one hour. After registration and meeting the armed ranger, the trek begins through open grasslands and montane forest. This section of the trail offers excellent chances to see wildlife such as giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and colobus monkeys. The hike to Miriakamba Hut, situated at an altitude of 2,514 meters, takes approximately four to five hours, following a well maintained trail with gradual elevation gain.
Major activities include guided mountain trekking, wildlife viewing, photography, and nature observation.
Optional extra activities include short nature walks around the hut and birdwatching.
Day 3: Mount Meru Trekking from Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
After breakfast, continue trekking toward Saddle Hut, located at 3,570 meters above sea level. The hiking distance is approximately 8 kilometers, with a trekking time of about three to four hours. The trail passes through dense forest before opening into alpine vegetation and rocky terrain. Along the way, trekkers enjoy spectacular views of the Meru Crater, Little Meru, and Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance. Upon arrival at Saddle Hut, the afternoon is reserved for rest and acclimatization in preparation for the summit attempt.
Major activities include trekking, acclimatization, scenic viewing, and rest.
Optional extra activities include an acclimatization hike to Little Meru at 3,820 meters, offering stunning sunset views.
Day 4: Summit Day Mount Meru Peak and Return to Miriakamba Hut
Summit day begins early, usually around midnight, with a light snack before starting the ascent. The trek to Mount Meru Summit, also known as Socialist Peak, involves a steep and challenging climb along the crater rim, requiring careful footing and steady pacing. The ascent takes approximately five to six hours, reaching the summit at 4,566 meters just after sunrise. From the summit, trekkers are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the ash cone, and the vast plains below. After spending time at the summit, descend back to Saddle Hut for a short rest, then continue down to Miriakamba Hut, taking about five hours in total.
Major activities include summit ascent, sunrise viewing, photography, and descent.
Optional extra activities include extended photography stops and nature observation along the descent.
Day 5: Descend from Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate and Drive to Arusha
After breakfast, begin the final descent from Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate, a trek of approximately two to three hours through forest and grassland zones. Upon arrival at the gate, receive trekking certificates and meet your driver for the transfer back to Arusha City, taking about one hour. The afternoon is free for rest, celebration, and reflection on the achievement of conquering Mount Meru.
Major activities include final descent, certificate collection, and transfer to Arusha.
Optional extra activities include spa treatments, souvenir shopping, or a celebratory dinner.
Day 6: Departure from Arusha
After breakfast, depending on your departure schedule, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for onward travel. This marks the end of your Mount Meru trekking adventure with NK Safaris, leaving you with lasting memories of Tanzania’s dramatic landscapes and high altitude achievement.
Major activities include airport transfer and departure.
Optional extra activities include a short city visit or coffee tour if time allows.
At NK Safaris, we believe every safari should be as unique as the traveler experiencing it. Our journeys are thoughtfully designed with flexibility at their core, allowing us to craft tailor made itineraries that match your interests, travel style, and preferred pace. From the very first conversation, our experienced safari specialists work closely with you to understand your vision and transform it into a seamless and unforgettable adventure across Tanzania. This is more than a holiday, it is your personal safari story, carefully curated, expertly guided, and delivered with passion, authenticity, and attention to every detail.
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