3 Days Climbing Mountain Meru

OVERVIEW

WHY THIS ITINERARY?

Your hotel will be picked up and you will be driven to Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. The first day of hiking is similar to a walking safari; expect to see giraffes, zebras, antelope, buffalo, and possibly elephants close to the trail. Due to the high likelihood of encountering wildlife, we must hike with an armed ranger. As you continue your hike. When you arrive at Miriakamba Hut (2500m), your chef will prepare a hot dinner for you as well as washing water. Take advantage of the overnight.

detail itinerary

Trekking time: 5-7 hours. You will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the Momella Gate in Arusha National Park after an early breakfast in Arusha (1400m). While you and your guide register with the Tanzania National Park (TANAPA), the porters will organize and pack your hiking gear. The ascent will then start in Arusha National Park. Walking safari-style animals including giraffes, zebras, antelope, buffalo, and maybe elephants can be spotted along the trail on the first day of hiking. An armed ranger hired by the National Park is required to hike with our group for the duration due to the high likelihood of seeing wildlife. During the hike. You will reach the Ngarenanyuki River and a stunning waterfall at the foot of Mount Meru as you continue hiking. A hot dinner and washing water will be ready for you when you get to Miriakamba Hut (2500m), according to your chef. Enjoy the lovely sunset and stay the night.

Between 3 and 5 hours of trekking. You’ll start climbing the tough trail along the saddle’s ridge after breakfast. Along the walk, you might spot several wildlife. The Ash Tray and Mount Meru Crater may be seen from the route. You have the choice to hike Little Mt. Meru (3820 m) with your guide after you get to camp to help you adjust to the altitude. We’ll feed you dinner early so you have enough of time to get some rest before your midnight summit attempt. Get to bed by midnight.

Hiking for 12 to 14 hours. At 0:30 AM, your tour guide will wake you up to provide tea and biscuits. The summit attempt will then start at 1:30 A.M. Between Rhino Point (3800 meters) and Cobra Point (4350 meters), the trail begins with a strong incline. You will scramble across a steep ridge between Meru’s inner cliffs and crater during the last hour of the walk. At sunrise, you’ll arrive at Meru’s peak (4565 meters), where you’ll have breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru Ash Tray. Take in the vistas, then make your way down to Saddle Hut for a quick rest. Before continuing the descent to the Momela gate, we stop for a quick rest and brunch at Saddle hut. At the Momella gate, your transfer van will be waiting to pick you up from your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.

Included

In the Price
  • Accommodation as per the itinerary which is camping
  • Meals on full board and Water during Climbing
  • Road transportation pick up and drop off Momela gate and Arusha / Moshi
  • Hiking / Climbing as per the itinerary
  • Park entrance fees, concession / camping and crater service fees if applicable
  • English Speaking guides available, Potters and Chef for the camping hiking packages

Excluded

In the Price
  • Visit Masai Cultural Village- payments direct
  • All International Flights/local Flights + Taxes
  • Visa fees, Travel & Personal accident insurance
  • Excursions, services, and activities not mentioned in this program
  • Personal expenses e.g laundry, Drinks
  • Balloon Safari Extra Payment 599USD for Tanzania side