A view of Mt. Meru, in Tanzania

Towering over the town of Arusha, Mount Meru is a key factor to the cultural and agricultural history of this region. Many believe the mountain was once higher than Kilimanjaro before volcanic activity caused an explosion of the peak. The result was the creation of the saddle that can be seen when driving to Arusha from the Namanga border. You can easily imagine the continuation of the mountain and where that peak would have reached.

Mount Meru is the fifth highest peak in Africa. The climb to the summit is shorter than other climbing programmes offered by our company but it is still a demanding effort. As it is far less traveled than Kilimanjaro, it is often a more intimate experience.

MTTM 08 Mount Meru Climb 4 Nights

The fifth highest mountain in Africa, Mount Meru offers a challenging and interesting climb with an opportunity to view smaller wildlife on a more personal level capturing spectacular views of Meru’s more famous snow-capped cousin – Mount Kilimanjaro.

Day 1 Base Hotel (D)
Transfer to the hotel to prepare for the climb. Overnight: Base Hotel

Day 2 Miriakamba Hut 9,020ft. (BLD)
Transfer to the Momella Gate at 1,500m (4,920ft), trekking for about 3 hours with the ranger-guide and porter to the hut. Overnight: Miriakamba Hut

Day 3 Saddle Hut 12,300ft. (BLD)
A steep walk for 4 hours to the hut at 3,750m. an optional afternoon walk to little Meru Peak at 3,820m (12,530ft). Overnight: Saddle Hut

Day 4 Summit Day! 14,974ft. (BLD)
Early morning walk to the summit at 4,565m. approximately a 10 hour trek to the park gate and transfer back to the hotel. Overnight: Base Hotel

Day 5 Arusha (B)
Morning transfer to Arusha. Optional Extra Day:

Those wanting more time on the mountain can add a second night at Miriakamba Hut on the summit day, increasing the time on the summit and splitting the descent over two days.