4 Days Mount Meru Hiking

After breakfast in the Hotel at Arusha we drive to Momela Gate. After a short registration at the Gate our walk will begin with full armed ranger escorting us, simply we can see along the way the wild animals including zebras, giraffe, monkeys, antelope, and often elephants along the route.

Dinner and overnight night at Miriakamba Hut.

Day Coverage

• Distance: 2500 m
• Hiking Time: 5-7 hours

The walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. The walk will take us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone.

After hot lunch at Saddle Hut, we can make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3820m) for superb views just before sunset.

Dinner and overnight night at Saddle Hut

Day Coverage

• Distance: 3500 m
• Hiking Time: 3-5 hours

We start early at around 1:30 am to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3800m) and on to Cobra Point (4350m) We reach the summit (4566m) on time for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridgeline between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater. After a short celebration descends to saddle hut for lunch, then proceed to Miriakamba for dinner and overnight. Day Coverage

• Distance: 550 m ascent
• Hiking Time: 6 hours to the summit

After a long rest and breakfast, we will begin our final descent to the Momella gate. We will hike through forest and meadows where it is likely to spot wildlife. At the base of Mt. Meru, you will be greeted by our driver who will take you back to Arusha.

• Hiking Time: 2-3 hours