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Meru Trekking

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Overview

Mount Meru is one of Africa’s highest and most beautiful volcanoes, standing at 4566 m. It is located within Arusha National Park. The route to the summit passes through parkland, montane forest, a giant heather zone, and moorland. Finally, the summit is reached by a narrow, barren ridge which provides stunning views of the Ash Cone lying several thousand feet below in the crater and Mt. Kilimanjaro in the background.

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Tour Itinerary

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Lucky Safari Tanzania! Our expertly curated itineraries take you through breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and rich cultural experiences. From thrilling game drives in Serengeti and Ngorongoro to scenic hikes on Mount Kilimanjaro and relaxing moments in Zanzibar, we ensure a seamless and memorable safari. Whether it's a short getaway or an extended exploration, our customized tours cater to your preferences, promising an authentic and immersive Tanzanian experience.

Leave early from your hotel and drive to Arusha National Park, where we enter and drive a bit farther to Momella Gate (1500 m) where our climb begins. Leave the gate and walk through game-filled grassy plains. The path gets steeper leading up to a broad ridge. As you continue, the forest thickens and you get occasional views of Mount Kilimanjaro to your right. After a few hours, you will reach the first campsite, Miriakamba Hut (2500 m). Here you will settle into a dormitory-style room, rest, and enjoy dinner.Trekking Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 10 km | Altitude Gain: 1000 m
Wake early to eat breakfast and begin your day’s trek. The path becomes steeper today and passes through fine forests and heather to the Saddle Hut (3500 m) where you will spend the evening. If there is time in the afternoon, you may take a one-hour acclimatization hike to Little Meru (3801 m) where you have the opportunity to see beautiful views of Mt. Kilimanjaro at sunset.Trekking Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: 8 km | Altitude Gain: 1000 m
Walking around 01:00 am, we have a small meal and start our ascent towards the summit. The hike begins with switchbacks until we reach Rhino Point (3800 m). From here, the trek becomes more difficult as we traverse rocky inclines, navigate narrow ridges, and climb up to the summit. We hope to reach the summit, Socialist Peak (4562 m) around sunrise, where we can see the moon setting to the west and the sun rising over Mt. Kilimanjaro in the east. Trekking Time: 4-6 hours | Distance: 5 km | Altitude Gain: 1062 m. We descend the same way we came up, reaching Saddle Hut in a few hours. Here we rest and have a short meal before beginning our descent down to Miriakamba Hut for our last night on the mountain.Trekking Time: 5-7 hours | Distance: 13 km | Altitude Loss: 2062 m
Descend back down through grassy plains, where you have a high chance of seeing wildlife. Arrive at the park gate, happily accept your certificate of completion, and drive back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha town where you will enjoy a well-deserved shower and congratulations.Trekking Time: 2-3 hours | Distance: 10 km | Altitude Loss: 1000 m

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Day

Start the climb

Leave early from your hotel and drive to Arusha National Park, where we enter and drive a bit farther to Momella Gate (1500 m) where our climb begins. Leave the gate and walk through game-filled grassy plains. The path gets steeper leading up to a broad ridge. As you continue, the forest thickens and you get occasional views of Mount Kilimanjaro to your right. After a few hours, you will reach the first campsite, Miriakamba Hut (2500 m). Here you will settle into a dormitory-style room, rest, and enjoy dinner.Trekking Time: 4-5 hours | Distance: 10 km | Altitude Gain: 1000 m

Accomodation & Meals

Camp
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

02

Day

Little Meru(3801 m)

Wake early to eat breakfast and begin your day’s trek. The path becomes steeper today and passes through fine forests and heather to the Saddle Hut (3500 m) where you will spend the evening. If there is time in the afternoon, you may take a one-hour acclimatization hike to Little Meru (3801 m) where you have the opportunity to see beautiful views of Mt. Kilimanjaro at sunset.Trekking Time: 3-4 hours | Distance: 8 km | Altitude Gain: 1000 m

Accomodation & Meals

03

Day

Socialist peak(4562 m)

Walking around 01:00 am, we have a small meal and start our ascent towards the summit. The hike begins with switchbacks until we reach Rhino Point (3800 m). From here, the trek becomes more difficult as we traverse rocky inclines, navigate narrow ridges, and climb up to the summit. We hope to reach the summit, Socialist Peak (4562 m) around sunrise, where we can see the moon setting to the west and the sun rising over Mt. Kilimanjaro in the east. Trekking Time: 4-6 hours | Distance: 5 km | Altitude Gain: 1062 m. We descend the same way we came up, reaching Saddle Hut in a few hours. Here we rest and have a short meal before beginning our descent down to Miriakamba Hut for our last night on the mountain.Trekking Time: 5-7 hours | Distance: 13 km | Altitude Loss: 2062 m

Accomodation & Meals

04

Day

Drive back to Moshi

Descend back down through grassy plains, where you have a high chance of seeing wildlife. Arrive at the park gate, happily accept your certificate of completion, and drive back to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha town where you will enjoy a well-deserved shower and congratulations.Trekking Time: 2-3 hours | Distance: 10 km | Altitude Loss: 1000 m

Accomodation & Meals

Includes and Excludes

Price Includes:

Pick up from the airport on arrival and drop o6 on departure day
All accomodation, Hotels/camps
4x4 safari jeep with pop-up roofs special for game viewing
All park fees
Ngorongoro crater service fees
3 meals a day. Breakfast lunch and dinner
Drinking water always in the car
Hot water in the thermos always ready coffee/tea
Camping equipment’s for you who chose classic camping tour (tents, tables, and
chairs)
Well-equipped medical kit

Not Included:

International Flights
Visa
Travel insurance.
Tip to safari crew. Driver guide/cook
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