At 4562 metres it is Tanzania’s second highest mountain and the fourth highest mountain in Africa. The mountain became well known mainly because it is only 70 km from Mount Kilimanjaro: Mt. Meru has become a popular “warm up” trek for Kilimanjaro climbers. Mount Meru viewed from Mount Kilimanjaro.
3 Day/ 2 nights Meru climb – quick over view
Duration
3 days
Tour Type
Rated 5 out of 5
Overview
Included/Exclude
- All meals and accommodations during the entire safari
- A very high-quality safari land cruiser with pop up roof
- Highly experienced safari guides
- Unlimited mineral water during the entire safari
- All park fees for all the national parks
- All government taxes
- Accommodation Type: Mid-Range Lodges and Tented Camps
- Flights,
- Tips
- Travel Insurance, Visa & Passport fees
- Alcoholic drinks at the lodges
Routes Plan
Drive to the Arusha National Park gate at Momella. For the first section of the climb through the lush forest, crossing the Ngare Nanyuki river to reach Miriakamba Hut at 8337ft/2541m for overnight stay. Dinner and overnight Mariakamba Hut.
Hike Distance 4km, 2 – 3 hrs, 1050m ascent, Altitude: 3566m
Continue to ascend steeply through the pleasant forest glades and giant heather to reach Saddle Hut at 11,713ft/3570m.
From here it is possible to take a side trek to reach the summit of Little Meru 12,450ft/3794m and return to Saddle Hut in about 2 hours. Dinner and overnight Saddle Hut.
Hike distance 5km ascent + 19km descent, 4 – 5 hrs ascent + 6-8 hours descent, 1000m ascent, Altitude: 4566m
An early start to reach Rhino Point and then on to the summit at 14,981ft/4566m to see the sunrise behind Mount Kilimanjaro, before descending back to Momella Gate to be met and transferred back to your hotel.
Drive 1 hour back to Arusha.
You can climb Mount Meru all year round and you can pick and choose your own travel dates but we recommend you avoid the rainy season. The best time to climb Mount Meru is January to early March and June to October.
