Rising proudly within Arusha National Park, Mount Meru is Tanzania’s second-highest peak and the fifth tallest in Africa. Often chosen as a warm-up for Kilimanjaro, it offers a more technically demanding ascent, rewarding trekkers with a thrilling and fulfilling challenge. Over an exciting three-day trek, adventurers traverse diverse landscapes and enjoy rare wildlife encounters, from graceful giraffes and sturdy buffaloes to agile antelopes and playful baboons. Adding to the experience, a professional park ranger accompanies you throughout the journey, ensuring safety, guidance, and fascinating insights into the mountain’s unique ecosystem.
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by one of our friendly, kindly, experienced, and polite driver guides. After a short introduction, you will be escorted to Arusha for your overnight stay at your reserved hotel or lodge. Your guide will introduce you to this peaceful country and its tourism city. Gold Crest Hotel, our partner, is one of the best affordable luxury hotels with comfortable beds, an attractive garden, and attentive staff. If time permits, enjoy a complimentary short city tour with your guide.
Relaxation
Gold Crest Hotel, Arusha
Trek through the fig tree forest to Miriakamba, a journey of about 5 hours. Along the way, enjoy a picnic lunch and take a break at the scenic Moiyo waterfall. You’ll have dinner and spend the night at Miriakamba Hut (2,514m/8,248ft) after covering approximately 14km (8.6mi).
Trekking
Miriakamba Hut
After breakfast, begin a 4-hour trek to Saddle Point, where you’ll have lunch upon arrival. Following a 2-hour rest, take a side trek to Little Meru (3,820m/12,533 ft) for acclimatization. Dinner and overnight will be at Saddle Hut (3,566m/11,712 ft). The day’s trek covers 7 km (4.3 mi).
Trekking and Acclimatization
Saddle Hut
At midnight, you'll be awakened with tea and cookies, ready to start your exhilarating climb to Meru Peak (4,562 m). Setting off from Rhino Point, you'll tackle a thrilling 8 km (5 mi) ascent, reaching the summit at sunrise for incredible photo opportunities. After descending to Saddle Hut for brunch and a short rest, you'll continue your trek in the afternoon, finishing with a well-deserved dinner and overnight stay at Miriakamba Hut (2,514m/8,248ft), covering a rewarding 15 km (9.3 mi) in total.
Summit Climbing and Descent
Miriakamba Hut
Descend 9 km (5.6 mi) to Momella Headquarters via Jiwe la Lami, where your driver-guide awaits. Enjoy a brief game drive before returning to Arusha, where you'll be dropped off at your reserved accommodation, completing your unforgettable 4-day Mount Meru adventure.
Relaxation
Gold Crest Hotel, Arusha