Mount Kenya Group Hike: 6 days Meru Route
Mount Kenya Group Hike: 6 days Meru Route
Tour Details
Join us for a 4 Days Mt. Meru group hiking to the second highest summit in Tanzania to enjoy incredible views of Arusha National Park
Arrival Date: July 15, 2024
Climbing from: July 16 to July 19, 2024
Departure Date: July 20, 2024
Mount Meru is a spectacular volcano located in the center of Arusha National Park. At 4,566 m (14,980 feet), Meru is a great option to acclimatize before facing Mt. Kilimanjaro or can be done as a complete standalone hike in it of itself. Mt. Meru combines the beauty of Arusha National Park with the challenge of hiking one of the tallest mountain in Africa. It offers a solitary, peaceful trek. Wooden huts serve as simple accommodations. On the lower slopes of the mountain and inside the park, there is a good chance of spotting animals. An armed ranger will accompany your party on the first stage to protect against any wildlife threats. The trail follows the north rim of the crater, along a dramatic ridgeline. Once at the summit, the views of Mount Kilimanjaro and down into Meru crater are unforgettable.
Do not underestimate Mount Meru. Altitude acclimatization is still the key to a successful summit Meru.
Tanzania Horizon Safaris offers Mount Meru as a 3 Days & 4 Days climb.
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Plan Itinerary
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transferred to your accommodation; you will meet your guide who will brief you on your upcoming trek and do an equipment check to make sure you have all the necessary mountain gear. The missing gear can be rented on this day.
- Driving distance: 55 km/miles,
- Driving Time: 1hour
- Hotel: Bed and Breakfast
Elevation: 4,921 ft to 8,250 ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Rain Forest
We depart from your accommodation to Momella Gate at Arusha National Park for the necessary formalities before beginning our trek. The hiking trail begins in open grassland with an armed ranger as the possibility of seeing wildlife – giraffe, zebras, antelope, elephant and buffalo – is high. We climb steadily through the rain forest until the reach Miriakamba Huts, situated in a grassy glade.
Elevation: 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Heath
We continue climbing through the rain forest until we enter the heath zone accompanied by giant heather and other moorland vegetation. Along the ridge of the saddle, we have views of Mount Meru Crater and the Ash Pit. After arriving at Saddle Huts, there is an option to hike to the top of Little Mount Meru for superb views and to further aid acclimatization.
Saddle Huts to Summit
Elevation: 11,712 ft to 14,977 ft
Distance: 5 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert
Summit to Miriakamba Huts
Elevation: 14,977 ft to 8,250 ft
Distance: 13 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Heath
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our climb to the summit. The trail is steep to Rhino Point and then Cobra Point. The path continues along the ridge of ash and rock to the summit – Socialist Peak. Here we enjoy magnificent views of Kilimanjaro and the sunrise before returning to Miriakamba Huts.
After breakfast you will begin your final descent to Momella gate. You will be using the southern route to descend. During your descent you will pass through the montane forest where you will pass the amazing Fig Tree Arch. Upon arrival at the Momella gate, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel.
Distance covered: 14km / 8.5mi
Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
The day is left free to wind down after the trek before your flight home. Depending on flight times you could go and explore Moshi town and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.
*Safari, Zanzibar and other add-ons are available if you wish to continue exploring Tanzania.
● Meals: Breakfast Included
| Price includes | Price excludes |
|---|---|
| Private transport to & from Kilimanjaro International Airport to your accommodations in Arusha | Lunches, dinners and drinks at your hotel before and after climb. |
| 2 nights of accommodation in Arusha | Travel insurance |
| Transportation from/to Arusha National Park | Flights |
| Park entry fees | Laundry (Available at hotel) |
| Hut fees | Personal items and toiletries |
| Team Meru Rescue fees | Tips for guides, porters and cook |
| 18% VAT on tour fees & se | Tipping On Mt. Meru From The Trekking Group (Not Per Climber): |
| Sleeping Mats | Guides: $20/Day/Guide |
| Friendly and professional mountain guides, cook and porters | Cook: $15/Day |
| 3 hot meals daily while on the mountain | Porter: $10/Day/Porter |
| Enough treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek | |
| Hot water for washing | |
| Fair wages for the mountain crew | |
| Government taxes | |
| Emergency first-aid kit |
Group Package
| Price includes | Price excludes |
|---|---|
| 1 person | USD 1190/person |
| 2-3 people | USD 1090/person |
| 4-5 people | USD 1040/person |
| 6-7 people | USD 960/person |
| 8-9 people | USD 890/person |
| 10-12 people | USD 850/person |
FAQ
Absolutely yes. We will arrange all airport transfers for you from and to the airport so that you don’t have to worry about how to get to your hotel. One of our drivers or guides will come to pick you up and take you back to the airport. This is already included in our offers and services.
A private departure can be arranged at any time according to your individual travel dates for highest flexibility. A group departure has a planned schedule on a specific date and let you share some costs while travelling. So if you are on a budget and want to meet friends from all over the world you can join one of our groups.
Absolutely yes. Our handpicked hotels all offer you to safely store your luggage during your climb. In this way you can leave all gear that you won’t need during your climb at the hotel. That is very convenient if you are planning to go on a safari or to Zanzibar after your hike.
Absolutely yes. Our handpicked hotels all offer you to safely store your luggage during your climb. In this way you can leave all gear that you won’t need during your climb at the hotel. That is very convenient if you are planning to go on a safari or to Zanzibar after your hike.
Price
From 850$
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