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4-DAY MOUNT MERU HIKE

Meru

From$900

Durations6 Days

Tour TypeTrekking

Tour Overview

Experience Africa's second-highest peak through Arusha National Park, where wildlife encounters with giraffes, buffaloes, and colobus monkeys enhance this spectacular trek. A perfect alternative to Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru offers stunning views and diverse landscapes throughout your journey.

Tour Activities

Gradual ascent through diverse ecosystems from Arusha National Park's wildlife-rich forests to Mount Meru's rocky summit, offering spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Tanzanian landscape.

Tour Includes:

  • Private transport to/from mountain
  • Mountain accommodation
  • Camping gear (tent, mattress, sleeping bag)
  • Professional guide, cook and porters
  • Park fees and permits
  • All meals and snacks
  • Emergency safety equipment
  • Summit certificate
  • Luggage storage
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Tour Plan

A four-day trek starting from Momella Gate through montane forest to Socialist Peak (4,562m), featuring comfortable mountain hut accommodations and professional guide support throughout the journey.

Marangu Gate to Mandara Hut

Begin your ascent from the Marangu Gate, weaving through the verdant rainforest. Listen to the symphony of exotic bird calls and the rustle of leaves as you steadily climb towards your first campsite, Mandara Hut.

  • Distance: 8 km | 5 miles
  • Habitat: Lush rainforest
  • Elevation: Start at 1860 metres, reach 2700 metres
  • Hiking Time: About 5-6 hours

Main Destination: Lush Rainforest

Accommodation: Mandara Hut

Meals & Drinks:

  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Mandara Hut to Horombo Hut

Traverse through the transition zone, where the forest gradually gives way to expansive moorlands. As you gain elevation, catch glimpses of Kilimanjaro's majestic peaks piercing through the clouds. Rest for the night at Horombo Hut.

  • Distance: 12 km | 7 miles
  • Habitat: Moorland
  • Elevation: From 2700 metres to 3700 metres
  • Hiking Time: Approximately 6-7 hours

Main Destination: The Moorlands

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Meals & Drinks:

  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge

This is an extra day meant for acclimatization and can be spent day hiking on Mawenzi Ridge. The unique landscape offers motivating views of Kibo and Mawenzi. After spending a few moments exploring the area, we head back to Horombo Hut.

Horombo Hut to Mawenzi Ridge
  • Elevation: 12,205 ft to 14,400 ft
  • Hiking Time: 2-3 hours
  • Distance: 5 km | 3 miles
  • Habitat: Heath
Mawenzi Ridge to Horombo Hut
  • Elevation: 14,400 ft to 12,205 ft
  • Hiking Time: 1-2 hours
  • Distance: 5 km | 3 miles
  • Habitat: Heath

Main Destination: Horombo/Mawenzi Ridge

Accommodation: Horombo Hut

Meals & Drinks:

  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Horombo Hut to Kibo Hut

Today's trek takes you to the base of the challenging summit climb. Climb gradually, then cross the lunar desert of the "Saddle" between Mawenzi and Kibo. Navigate rocky terrain and scree slopes as you make your way to the Kibo Hut, your final campsite before the summit push.

  • Distance: 10 km | 6 miles
  • Habitat: Alpine desert
  • Elevation: Ascend to 4700 metres
  • Hiking Time: About 6-8 hours

Main Destination: Kibo

Accommodation: Kibo Hut

Meals & Drinks:

  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks