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Embark on an unforgettable Mount Meru Climbing 4 Days adventure and experience one of Tanzania’s most rewarding trekking expeditions. Rising to 4,566 meters (14,980 feet), Mount Meru is Tanzania’s second-highest mountain and offers spectacular landscapes, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Located within Arusha National Park, this four-day trek combines mountain hiking with a unique safari-like experience, where trekkers may encounter giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, antelopes, and various bird species along the lower slopes. The route passes through lush forests, alpine meadows, and dramatic volcanic terrain before reaching the summit at Socialist Peak.
Ideal for adventure seekers and trekkers preparing for Kilimanjaro, the Mount Meru climb provides excellent acclimatization, fewer crowds, and an authentic wilderness experience in Tanzania.
It is the topographic centerpiece of Arusha National Park. Its fertile slopes rise above the surrounding savanna and support a forest that hosts diverse wildlife, including nearly 400 species of birds, and also colobus monkey, buffalos, and Giraffe.
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Tour Highlights on Mount Meru 3 Days
- Departure and Return Place:Â Moshi Town to Mount Meru Gate and then back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (Google Map)
- Departure Time:Â Please be ready by 8:15 AM for a prompt departure at 9:30 AM.
- Return Time:Â Approximately 1:30 PM on the last day.
- Dress Code:Â Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat, cold weather jacket, gloves, pants, and spare clothing.
- Accommodation: Two nights of accommodations based on Bed and Breakfast at 3 stars hotel (upgrades on request).
- Customizations:Â Can be customized upon request, to meet traveler's needs
- Extensions:Â Trip Extensions are available on request.
Itineraries
Day 1
Arrive In Tanzania
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be collected by one of our staff at Kilimanjaro airport for transfer to your hotel as per the programme booked. after some rest at the hotel, your head guide will meet you for your briefing, and gear check and arrange for you to hire any equipment you may need.
Day 2
Moshi – Meriakamba Hut (Full board)
We drive from Moshi to Momela Gate. After a short registration at the Gate our walk will begin with full armed ranger escorting us, simply we can see along the way the wild animals including elephants, zebras, and giraffe , monkeys, antelope, and often elephants along the route. Dinner and overnight night at Miriakamba Hut. Elevation (m): (1,387 m to (1,500 m) Elevation(ft): 4,921 ft) to 3,000 ft ) Distance: 10 km Hiking Time: 4-6 hours Habitat: Montane Forest.
Day 3
Saddle Hut (Full board)
he walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. The walk mainly consists of slow walks along the ridge from where we’ll get a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the Ash Cone. Hot lunch will be provided at the Saddle Hut following which we’ll take a short climb to the summit of Little Meru which stands at 3,820 meters. If you can make it before sunset, you’ll be rewarded with yet another spectacular view.
- Dinner and overnight at Saddle Hut
- Elevation(m):Â 2,514 m to 3,570 m
- Elevation(ft):Â 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
- Distance:Â 8 km
- Hiking Time:Â 3-5 hours
- Habitat:Â Forest and Moorland.
Day 4
Summit Day (Full board)
We’ll be starting off the trek at around 1:30 a.m. and have a steep climb to the Rhino Point (3800m) and then to the Cobra Point (4350m). If we make it on time, we’ll have the chance to see the sunrise from Mount Kilimanjaro above the clouds. Towards the final part of the journey, you’ll be trekking between the inner cliffs and outer walls of the crater through a narrow ridge line. After a brief rest and brunch at the Saddle Hut, we’ll continue trekking towards the Momella gate. Youth Adventures vehicle will meet us and drive us back to the hotel in Moshi.
- Elevation(m):Â 3,570 m to 4,565m to 2,514m
- Elevation(ft):Â 14,977ft to 11,712 ft to 8,250ft
- Distance:Â 5 km up 13 km down
- Hiking Time: 12 – 14 hours
- Â Two way private airport transfers
- Â All park fees collected by the National Park
- Â Hotel ccommodations one night before and one night after the expedition
- Â Tented accommodation on Mount Meru
- Â All meals on the hike
- Â All group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery)
- Â Oxygen cylinders and oximeters
- Â Complete Expedition medical kits
- Â Professional licensed guides
- Â Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.)
- Â Government taxes
- Â Crew salaries
- Â Medical evacuations with AMREF Flying doctors
- Â Purified water while on the mountain
- Â Portable tented private flush toilet
- Â Personal Climbing gears
- Â Tanzania Visa on arrival
- Â Mountaineering Insurance
- Â Tips and Gratuities
- Â Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
We aim to keep the size of the public groups to a minimum, as we feel that a group that is much larger than ten trekkers is cumbersome and trekkers lose the sense that they are in a wilderness if there are too many people. That said, if you are a single, private group, then there is no problem accommodating you whatever the size of the group, as, of course, you will be aware before arriving in Tanzania of the number of people you will be trekking with.
We are. We are not agents for anybody, but run the treks ourselves through our own Tanzanian company. So you can rest assured that whoever you speak to in our company has climbed Kilimanjaro – and probably many times.
Yes, it is expected and much appreciated. The amount depends on the number of days, but can range from $150 and $300 per hiker. Tips are pooled and shared amongst the crew. Bring US dollar bills.
None, but previous hiking or climbing experience will help. You need to be fit and healthy and have a good pair of worn-in hiking boots. The fitter you are the more you are likely to enjoy it.
You will need a passport that is valid at least six months beyond your dates of travel with an entry or re-entry visa, duly endorsed.
Yes, we do arrange this. Please send your request to Safari.
Mount Kilimanjaro can be climbed anytime throughout the year. Most travelers prefer climbing during the dry seasons: December to March, June to October. Many consider the best months to climb Kilimanjaro to be January, February, and September.
On most routes, you’ll trek 4-7 hours most days. On certain routes you’ll trek as many as 10-15 hours on the longest days.
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