Mount Meru

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Overview

Mt Meru is the second-highest mountain in Tanzania, fifth fifth-highest in Africa at 4,565m. It is located inside Arusha National Park, a one-hour drive from Moshi. Similar to Mt Kilimanjaro, this is not a technical climb, so no special climbing gear or techniques are needed. The climb is most commonly done as a four-day itinerary, although a three-day option is possible but not recommended unless you are quite fit. The added day is on the descent, so the longer itinerary does not add to acclimatisation, but breaks up a long and gruelling summit day. The climb is steeper than Mt Kilimanjaro. Many people use this as an acclimatisation trek before attempting Mt Kilimanjaro, but it is a beautiful climb in its own right. The number of people climbing the mountain is far, far less than Mt Kilimanjaro.

At the lower altitudes, encountering animals is quite possible, so an armed park ranger is required to accompany all climbers. Since the number of rangers is limited, they often combine groups to accompany one ranger. These groups will be from various tour operators, and each will be expected to have their guide, cook, porters, etc. We do not have any control over how or if the park groups people.

Route Choices

It is an easy choice since there is only one route. Overnights are in simple dormitory style huts with solar powered lighting. Camping is not an option on Mt Meru.

Mt. Meru 4 Days Itinerary

Day 1

Momela Gate to Miriakamba 1500m to 2514m

Today, after driving one hour from Moshi town to Momela gate and meeting with the ranger to accompany the group, then start walking through some open grassland with a great chance to see buffalo and warthog. The trail lets us pass through a less dense forest where birds and monkeys are abundant, including black and white colobus. Approximately 5 to 6 hours walking. Today we will overnight at Miriakamba Hut.
Day 2

Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut 2514m to 3570m

The walking today is short, but a considerably steep and sustained climb all the way. Starting through attractive open and lush montane forest through Elephant Ridge and giant heather and moorland vegetation to Saddle Hut. Arrive at approximately 2 pm. Acclimatisation to Little Meru. Return for dinner. Sleep for approximately 5 hours.
Day 3

Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak to Miriakamba Hut, 3570m to 4566m to 2514m

The walking today is short, but a considerably steep and sustained climb all the way. Starting through attractive open and lush montane forest through Elephant Ridge and giant heather and moorland vegetation to Saddle Hut. Arrive at approximately 2 pm. Acclimatisation to Little Meru. Return for dinner. Sleep for approximately 5 hours.
Day 4

Miriakamba Hut to Momela Gate, 2514m to 1500m

Start at Miriakamba through the forest route, where there is a waterfall for a short visit. Walk through the open plain where you can see the buffalo and possibly the giraffe. Proceed to Momela Gate to sign out and drive back to your local accommodation.

Include

  • Full Transportation (Airport pick-up and return day, as well as transport to the National Park and back to hotel)

  • Accommodations: B/B on the first day and F/B on the last day back from the mountain

  • All National Park fees

  • Oxygen cylinder, mask, and regulator

  • Food in the Mountain

  • Trip Tent

  • Oximeter readings

  • Professional Guide

  • Basic Sleeping Mattress

  • Emergency rescue

  • First Aid

Exclude

  • All personal Mountain equipment (gear)

  • Flying doctor {emergency evacuation membership}

  • Bites / Snacks and a 3-litre water bottle as well as a bladder 

  • Duffle bag and Sleeping bag 

  • Walking poles as well as Shoe Cramps

  • Other personal activities 
  • Sleeping bag, Summit Trouser and Summit Jacket 

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