Mount Meru 5 Day Trek

Climb to the top of Africa's fifth highest mountain with this Mount Meru 5 Day Trek. Discover the views from Arusha's most precious natural jewel.

Mount Meru 5 Day Trek

Day 1

Meet at the airport for transfer to the hotel in Arusha. After settling in, we will meet the expert trekking guides to discuss key safety guidelines for the ascent. Dinner will be at the hotel, followed by time to rest.

Day 2

After breakfast and finalizing trekking equipment, we will depart for Momela Gate, the entrance to Mount Meru Natural Park. A forest ranger will accompany us to enhance safety while observing wildlife.

The ten-kilometre (6 miles) trek offers views of elephants, zebras, giraffes, monkeys, and antelopes in their natural habitat. After approximately six hours, we will rest at the Miriakamba Hut camp, enjoy dinner, and spend the night.

Day 3

On the second ascent day, we will tackle the steepest climbs over eight kilometres (5 miles), enjoying views of the mountain's crater. We'll trek through ashy terrains typical of this inactive volcano.

A hot meal will be provided at the Saddle Hut. An optional short hike to Little Meru for sunset views is available. Dinner and rest will follow at the camp.

Day 4

On this day, we aim for the summit of Mount Meru, trekking over five kilometres (3 miles). At the top, we will observe views of Kilimanjaro and the crater.

Before descending, we'll have a meal at the Saddle Hut camp, then trek thirteen kilometres (8 miles) down arid trails to Meriakamba Hut camp for the night.

Day 5

On the final day, we will complete our descent through the meadows and forests. The ten-kilometre (6 miles) route leads to Momella pass.

After returning to Momella Gate, we will move back to the Arusha hotel for dinner and rest after our Mount Meru adventure.

Accommodation

For the first and last night of the trek, we will stay at the Maura Apartments & Lodges in Arusha.