3 Days Mt Meru Trek

Day 1: Momella Gate (1500m) to Miriakamba Hut (2500m)

You will depart the hotel at 0800hrs and head to the Momella gate which is the starting point of the trek. The drive to the gate is roughly an hour and a half. After the registration, you will start your trek accompanied by an armed ranger. Along the route, you will catch spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the Momella lakes. You will encounter animals such as cape buffaloes, giraffes, warthogs, and bushbucks, to name a few. Your trek will end up at Miriakamba Hut where you will be spending the night.

• Distance covered: 6km / 3.5mi
• Approx. time taken: 4 – 5 hours
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 2: Miriakamba Hut (2500m) to Saddle Hut (3500m)

Today’s trek takes you through the steep path along the ridge of the saddle. Amazing views of the Meru crater, the ash cone, and little Meru can be seen along the way. While trekking through the forest keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and the attractive wildflowers. Common animals include buffaloes and the black-and-white Colobus monkey. Your trek will end up at Saddle hut where you will be spending the night. After resting at the camp you will set off on an hour acclimatization trek to little Meru (3810m) then head back down to Saddle hut.

• Distance covered: 6.5km / 4mi
• Approx. time taken: 3 – 4 hours
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 3: Saddle Hut – Summit – Miriakamba Hut - Momella Gate

We start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800m) and on to Cobra Point (4,350m). We reach the summit (4,566m) 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.

• Approx. time taken: 13-14 hours
• Distance covered: 28km
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included

Price Includes

• Pre & Post Trek accommodation
• Professional guides, cooks, and porters
• Transportation to & from the mountain gate
• Park fees, camping fees & rescue fees
• VAT fees and Charges
• Double-layered Sleeping Mats
• 3 meals daily while on the mountain
• Filtered water throughout the trek
• Portable toilets and toilet tents
• Hot Water For Washing Purpose
• Pick up and drop off at the airport
• Fair wages for the mountain crew

Price Does Not Include

• International flights
• Tip to the driver guide and hoteliers
• Insurance fees
• Cost of Tanzania Visa
• Bank charges
• Personal Expenses