Mt. Meru Trek – Luxury Style Adventure

Mt. Meru trek

Duration: 5 Days Total / 3 Days Trek
Route: Momella Gate → Miriakamba → Saddle Hut → Summit → Back
Style: Luxury Lodge + Private Trekking Experience

TREK ITINERARY

 Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Gateway to Meru

· Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

· Private welcome and transfer to lodge

· Pre-climb briefing with your mountain guide

· Relax and prepare for your trek

· Overnight at Arusha Coffee Lodge
Set on a coffee estate with stylish cottages and lush greenery

Day 2: Begin Mt. Meru Trek – Arusha to Miriakamba Hut

· Early breakfast and transfer to Arusha National Park – Momella Gate (1,500 m)

· Begin trek with armed ranger escort (wildlife zone)

· Pass through open savannah, fig trees, and montane forest

· Wildlife sightings include giraffes, buffalo, baboons, and colobus monkeys

· Trek ends at Miriakamba Hut (2,514 m)
Trekking Time: 4–6 hours

· Dinner and overnight at the rustic mountain hut with private chef support

Day 3: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut

· Gradual climb through montane forest and moorland

· Trek to Saddle Hut (3,570 m) beneath Little Meru Peak

· Afternoon acclimatization walk to Little Meru (3,820 m)
Trekking Time: 3–5 hours + 1 hr acclimatization hike

· Early dinner and rest in preparation for summit push

· Overnight at Saddle Hut

Day 4: Summit Day – Mt. Meru (4,566 m) & return to Arusha

· Midnight wake-up and start summit climb

· Steep trek via Rhinoceros Point (3,800 m) and Cobra Point (4,350 m)

· Reach Mount Meru Summit – Socialist Peak (4,566 m) at sunrise

· Views of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Ash Cone, Rift Valley & Momella Lakes

· Descend all the way back to Momella Gate
Trekking Time: 10–12 hours total (ascent & descent)

· Transfer back to Arusha

· Overnight at Arusha Coffee Lodge – hot shower, spa optional

Day 5: Departure – Transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport

· Leisure breakfast at the lodge

· Optional local shopping or garden walk

· Private transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for departure

Programme Inclusions

· 2 nights at Arusha Coffee Lodge (Day 1 & Day 4)

· 2 nights mountain hut accommodation (Miriakamba & Saddle)

· Mt. Meru National Park & trekking permits

· Private mountain guide, armed park ranger, porters, and personal cook

· All meals during trek + bottled drinking water

· Hot meals on the mountain & trail snacks

· Private transfers to/from Momella Gate

· All airport transfers and park entry logistics

Included Add-On

· Official Mt. Meru Climb Certificate

· Premium guiding service & private climb logistics

· Wildlife safari-like trek through Arusha National Park

· Optional massage or spa add-on after the climb (available on request)

 FAQs

  • Mount Meru stands at 4,562 meters (14,968 ft), making it the second-highest mountain in Tanzania and the fifth-highest in Africa.

  • Mount Meru is shorter and less physically demanding than Kilimanjaro, but it is still a serious climb with steep sections, especially on summit night. Good fitness and preparation are recommended.

    • Wildlife spotting (giraffes, buffalo, monkeys, and birds) along the trail.

    • Stunning views of Kilimanjaro from the summit.

    • Less crowded and more peaceful than Kilimanjaro.

    • Overnights in mountain huts, not tents.

  • Yes. The park requires you to trek with a certified guide. Armed park rangers often join the trek because of the presence of wild animals.

  • The dry seasons are best:

    • January – early March

    • June – October
      These months offer clear views and safer trail conditions.

    • Layered clothing (base layers, fleece, waterproof jacket, warm hat, gloves)

    • Sturdy hiking boots

    • Sleeping bag (nights can get very cold)

    • Headlamp

    • Water bottles/hydration system

    • Trekking poles

    • Personal items (sunscreen, snacks, toiletries, etc.)

    • Wildlife spotting (giraffes, buffalo, monkeys, and birds) along the trail.

    • Stunning views of Kilimanjaro from the summit.

    • Less crowded and more peaceful than Kilimanjaro.

    • Overnights in mountain huts, not tents.

BOOK YOUR TREK

What to Pack for Mt . Meru

Clothing (Layered System)

  • Base layers: moisture-wicking thermal tops & leggings

  • Mid layers: fleece jacket or lightweight down jacket

  • Outer shell: waterproof/windproof jacket & pants

  • Trekking shirts & pants: quick-dry, breathable fabrics

  • Warm jacket: insulated down/puffer (for summit night)

  • Accessories:

    • Warm hat/beanie

    • Sun hat/cap

    • Buff/scarf for dust & wind

    • Gloves (inner liners + insulated pair)

    • Hiking socks (3–4 pairs, plus thermal socks for summit night)

Personal Items & Essentials

  • High-SPF sunscreen & lip balm

  • Sunglasses (UV protection, essential for summit glare)

  • Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, biodegradable soap, wet wipes)

  • Quick-dry towel

  • Basic first aid kit (blister plasters, pain relief, personal meds, altitude tablets if prescribed)

  • Insect repellent (for lower altitudes)

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