4
Days/ 3 Nights Mount
Meru
Trekking Trip, Arusha
Tanzania
Safari
(4
Days/ 3 Nights Mount Meru Trekking Trip from Arusha
is a mountain trek to Mount Meru, the fifth highest
mountain on the African continent and the second highest
in Tanzania at 4566m. During the ascent, you will regularly
come across large game such as Elephants and Buffalo
but you may also come across Leopards. Due to this,
it is obligatory to be accompanied by an armed park
ranger on your tour.)
Mount
Meru 14,980 ft Arusha
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Mount
Meru Seen Arusha
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Trekking
to Mount Meru
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4
Days/ 3 Nights Mount Meru Trekking Trip from Arusha
4
Days/ 3 Nights Mount Meru Trekking Trip from Arusha
4
Days/ 3 Nights Mount Meru Trekking Trip from Arusha
is a trip/ trek to Mount
Meru
- the fifth highest mountain on the African continent
and the second highest in Tanzania at 4566m. About 25000
years ago, a massive volcanic blast blew away the entire
eastern flank of the mountain and left it with the characteristic
and distinctive appearance it has today.
The
Mt Meru ascent passes through many different vegetation
zones. The dry forest of the lower region gives way
to a dense mountain rain forest, which then turns into
a shrub land. Towards the top of the mountain, the vegetation
consists of heath and moorland and is then finally replaced
by the stunning baron alpine deserts.
As
the flora changes the wildlife does so too, which is
diverse and equally impressive. During the ascent, you
will regularly come across large game such as elephants
and buffalo but you may also come across leopards. Due
to this, it is obligatory to be accompanied by an armed
park ranger on your tour.
Mount
Meru Guides and Porters:
Guides are mandatory
for every trek up Mount Meru, they are armed and are
there for your safety to protect you from the abundant
wildlife. Porters are not mandatory but make the trek
more enjoyable. Porters will carry up to 15kg each.
You can hire both porters and guides at the Momella
gate but plan ahead at least a day.
If you`re trekking with
an operator (see below), these services are usually
included in the price. Ask around for tipping guidelines
as this is a significant part of the guides, porters
and cooks salaries.
Mount Meru Accommodation
On
Mount Meru two huts provide accommodation, Saddle Hut
(3570 metres) and Miriakamba Hut (2514 metres). It`s
common to spend the first and third nights at Miriakamba
and the second at Saddle hut.
Huts fill up well in
advance and it may be prudent to bring a tent to pitch
if you`re planning to trek during the high season (December
- February). Both huts offer wonderful views.
4
Days/ 3 Nights Mount Meru Trekking Trip from Arusha
Summary Itinerary
Day
1: Arusha
– Miriakamba Hut
Day
2: Miriakamba Hut –
Saddle Hut
Day
3: Saddle hut –
Summit Hut
Day
4: Summit Hut –
Momella gate – Arusha
4
Days/ 3 Nights Mount Meru Trekking Trip from Arusha
Prices
Dates
From |
Dates
To |
1 Guest |
2 Guests |
4 Guests |
Available
all Year
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Available
all Year |
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for a Quote |
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for a Quote |
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for a Quote |
Notes
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Minimum number of guests is one
Mount
Meru Trekking Trip, Arusha 4
Days /3 Nights Tanzania Safari
Detailed
Itinerary
Day
1: Arusha
– Miriakamba Hut
African Spice Safari driver will pick you up from
your hotel in Arusha and drive you to Arusha National
Park, Momella Gate - about 1.5 hours drive. After
completion of administrative formalities and meeting
with the guide, porters and ranger, you will begin
the 4 to 5 hour trek to Miriakamba Hut, through the
crater floor.
This
gentle uphill trek takes you through thick woodland,
past the giant fig tree arch up to the Itikoni clearing
where you will most likely find buffalo grazing.
Cross
a large stream just above the Maio waterfalls, and
take a steep path up the crater rim wall to Miriakamba.
You may encounter elephant along the way; therefore
an armed ranger will escort you with every step. Have
dinner then retire for the night at Miriakamba Hut.
Overnight
at Miriakamba Hut
Meal
Plan {Lunch & Dinner}
Day
2: Miriakamba
Hut – Saddle Hut
After breakfast leave for Miriakamba Hut through a
mix of trees and pleasant glades up to Mgongo wa Tembo
(elephant ridge). Enjoy a clear view of Meru crater
and the cliffs below the summit.
A
pass between the slopes of Meru and the peak of Little
Meru will lead you to Saddle Hut. This will take you
2-3 hours. There is an optional 1 to 1.5 hour round
trip hike to the summit of Little Meru, from the Saddle
Hut.
Overnight
at the Saddle Hut
Meal
Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day
3: Saddle
Hut – Summit Hut
Rise as early as 1:00am and after half an hour begin
hiking. Ascend for 4-5 hours along a narrow ridge. Continue
through sheer cliffs and the sloping outer wall will
see you to the summit.
The
walk is challenging and strenuous. Marvel at the breathtaking
view of sunrise over Kilimanjaro. Descend to Saddle
Hut for dinner and overnight.
Overnight at the Saddle Hut
Meal
Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day
4: Summit
Hut – Momella Gate – Arusha
Have breakfast after which you will continue your descent
down the ridge to Miriakamba. Proceed through open mountain
meadows and wooded streams directly to the Momella Gate.
You
will be met by your driver who will transfer you to
your hotel in Arusha for some rest. The total trekking
time this day is from 10 to 13 hours. Transfer to your
hotel in Arusha.
Meal
Plan {Breakfast}
4 Days/ 3
Nights Mount Meru Trekking Trip from Arusha Prices
Include:
*
Camping Equipments
*
3 Meals a day, Guide and porters’ fees
*
Transport from Arusha town to and from the gate
*
All Park entry fees, camping fees, mountain rescue fees
*
Trekking Supporting Team (porters, cook and guide, as
far as park ranger)
*
1.5 Bottled drinking water for the last
stage, most of time you will be using treated water
from the Mountain springs. Please bring water purification
tablets of your choice
4
Days/ 3 Nights Mount Meru Trekking Trip from Arusha
Prices Exclude:
*
Visas/ transit visas
*
Mountain trekking Gears
*
Drinks (Soft or alcoholic)
*
Personal travel insurances
*
Hotels before the trek in Arusha
*
Baggage Handling Complete Pre-departure Materials
*
Items of personal nature, Tips to the assisting stuff,
Flight (Domestic/ International)
*
Private evacuation fees. (20 US Dollars per person)
Transport while in East Africa for 14 days
Notes:
After making your reservation, you will receive
a package of detailed information to help you prepare
for your trekking. It includes terms and conditions,
pre-departure instructions, a mountain packing list,
health requirements, visa regulations and all your flight
details (in case we have booked one for you).
Booking
& Reservations for Mount
Meru Trekking Trip, Arusha
4
Days/ 3 Nights Tanzania Safari
Booking
Office Tel: + 254 (0) 20 2437871
Mobile
: 0721242711
Email:
info@africanspicesafaris.com