Tour Overview
Embark on a thrilling 4-day adventure in Arusha National Park with a trek up Mount Meru. Starting from Moshi or Arusha, this journey takes you through lush forests, moorlands, and alpine deserts. Experience stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. From the Momella Gate to the summit and back, this trek combines natural beauty with a challenging ascent, offering an unforgettable Tanzanian adventure.
Tour Itinerary
Start your adventure with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Moshi or Arusha. Enjoy a scenic drive to Arusha National Park where you'll begin your trek at Momella Gate (1,500m). Accompanied by an armed ranger for wildlife protection, hike through lush montane forests, passing waterfalls and spotting giraffes, buffaloes, and various bird species. Your trek will lead you to Miriakamba Hut (2,514m) for your first night on the mountain.
Elevation: 1,500m to 2,514m
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Lunch & Dinner included
Overnight: Miriakamba Hut
After breakfast at Miriakamba Hut, continue your ascent towards Saddle Hut (3,550m). As you hike through the moorland zone, you'll enjoy stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the surrounding landscapes. Arrive at Saddle Hut and have a packed lunch. Spend the afternoon acclimatizing with an optional hike to nearby viewpoints. Enjoy dinner and your overnight stay at Saddle Hut.
Elevation: 2,514m to 3,550m
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 4-5 hours
Habitat: Moorland
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Overnight: Saddle Hut
Depart early in the morning for the summit of Mount Meru (4,566m). Reach the summit by sunrise and marvel at the breathtaking views of the crater and surrounding areas. Return to Saddle Hut for breakfast and rest, then descend back to Miriakamba Hut (2,514m). Enjoy dinner and your final overnight stay on the mountain.
Elevation: 3,550m to 4,566m (summit) and back to 2,514m
Distance: 16 km
Hiking Time: 10-12 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert to Montane Forest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Overnight: Miriakamba Hut
After breakfast, trek from Miriakamba Hut back to Momella Gate (1,500m). Enjoy the beautiful rainforest scenery on your descent. Complete the exit formalities and transfer back to Moshi or Arusha. Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a final lunch before being dropped off at your hotel or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure.
Elevation: 2,514m to 1,500m
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 3-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch included
These inclusions and exclusions provide a comprehensive overview of what’s covered and what’s not in a trekking package.
Price Includes
- Transfers: Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Arusha
- Park Fees: Entrance and conservation fees for Arusha National Park
- Accommodation: Overnight stays in mountain huts (Miriakamba Hut, Saddle Hut)
- Meals: All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Guides: Professional mountain guide and armed ranger
- Porters: To carry equipment and supplies
- Summit Certificate: Upon successful completion of the trek
- Rescue Fees: Safety and emergency rescue coverage
- Drinking Water: Filtered water provided during the trek
Price Excludes
- International Flights: Flights to and from Tanzania
- Travel Insurance: Medical and travel insurance coverage
- Visa Fees: Tanzanian visa fees and related costs
- Personal Equipment: Trekking gear and personal clothing (e.g., boots, rain gear)
- Meals in Arusha: Meals before and after the trek
- Optional Activities: Any additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips and Gratuities: For guides, porters, and other staff
- Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, and other personal expenses
- Medical Expenses: Any medical expenses or treatment not covered by insurance
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Booking Rates
| No. of Pax | Price per Person |
| 1 – 2 Pax | $ 850 |
| 3 – 4 Pax | $ 830 |
| 5+ Pax | $ 810 |
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