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4 Day Mt Meru Trekking Tour + 2 night’s hotel stay

Tour Overview

Embark on the exhilarating Mount Meru Climb: a thrilling adventure in Tanzania’s wilderness. Often overlooked in favor of Mt Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru offers stunning vistas and abundant wildlife, making it a perfect warm-up for Kilimanjaro or a standalone adventure. Don’t miss out on this unique experience!

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Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where our representative will meet you and transfer to Graceland hotel (http://www.gracelandhotel.co.tz/ ) or similar. The hotel provides all the essentials for a comfortable stay, such as: cozy rooms, Internet access, hot water, a swimming pool, and a helpful staff. In the evening, an orientation session with our tour coordinators will ensure that you are ready to begin the spectacular Meru climb. 𝐁𝐞𝐝 & 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭
 
 
In the morning you will go to Arusha National Park, and then straight to the trailhead. The ride takes approximately 2.5-3 hours. At Momella Gate the guides will arrange the entry permit formalities, and you will start trekking to Miriakamba Huts. Wild animals (warthogs, zebras, monkeys, antelopes and, sometimes, elephants) are likely to be seen on the way. Hot lunch will be served upon arrival to Miriakamba Huts. There you may rest or explore the surroundings.   Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍: 𝟏,𝟑𝟖𝟕 𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟐,𝟓𝟏𝟒 𝐦 𝐇𝐈𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄: 𝟓-𝟔 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄: 𝟏𝟎 𝐤𝐦 𝐃𝐈𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐘: 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐇𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓: 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭
 
 
After the breakfast, the group will start trekking to Saddle Huts. The rainforest zone will end soon, giving place to heath and moorland with large trees. The trail will open amazing panoramic vistas. Upon reaching the saddle huts, those who are willing and energetic enough may reach the Little Meru Peak, further boosting your acclimatization transition. Our team will serve hot lunch and dinner in the camp. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍: 𝟐,𝟓𝟏𝟒 𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟑,𝟓𝟕𝟎 𝐦 𝐇𝐈𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄: 𝟒-𝟓 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄: 𝟖 𝐤𝐦 𝐃𝐈𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐘: 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐇𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓: 𝐌𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡
 
 
Midnight wake-up and the group starts trekking to the Socialist Peak. The hikers should be prepared for a tough and strenuous hike – the legs to Rhino Point and Cobra points are especially precipitous. Be careful! The group will reach Socialist Peak (4,565 m/14,977 m) by sunrise, where you’ll have true visual euphoria – thrilling panoramic sceneries around and mesmerizing sunrise. After the summit time, the group will descend to Miriakamba Huts for a hot lunch, dinner and overnight stay. Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝟑,𝟓𝟕𝟎 𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟒,𝟓𝟔𝟓 𝐦 𝟒,𝟓𝟔𝟓 𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟐,𝟓𝟏𝟒 𝐦 𝐇𝐈𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄: 𝟖-𝟏𝟐 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄: 𝟏𝟗 𝐤𝐦 𝐃𝐈𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐘: 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐇𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓: 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡, 𝐦𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝
 
 
After breakfast, you will follow the so-called northern route – a 2 to 3 hours trek back to the Momella Gate. The descent follows a shorter route than the ascent but there is still a chance to see elephants, buffaloes, giraffes as well as the black and white colobus monkeys. At the gate, you will say farewell to your hiking crew and your driver will take you back to SG Resort where you will celebrate your achievement and spend the night at Graceland hotel. Breakfast; Lunch 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍: 𝟐,𝟓𝟏𝟒 𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟏,𝟑𝟖𝟕 𝐦 𝐇𝐈𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄: 𝟐-𝟒 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄: 𝟕 𝐤𝐦 𝐃𝐈𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐘: 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐇𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓: 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 Note: The summit stage contains a few easy but unsecured climbing passages. A good head for heights and surefootedness are absolutely necessary. In adverse weather conditions (heavy rain, icy rocks or thick fog) the park ranger can call off the summit attempt. We do not advise to climb Mount Meru in the rainy season in April and May.
 
 
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro Airport. Alternatively you can extend your trip and go on safari or relax at the white sandy beaches of the Indian Ocean. Breakfast 𝑵𝒐𝒕𝒆: 𝑯𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒍 𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒄𝒌-𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒊𝒔 𝒂𝒕 11:00 𝑨𝑴. 𝑰𝒏 𝒄𝒂𝒔𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒏𝒆𝒆𝒅 𝒂 𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒄𝒌-𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒃𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒂𝒏 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒇𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕, 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒐𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝒆𝒙𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒉𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒍 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒚 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒂𝒏 𝒆𝒙𝒕𝒓𝒂 𝒇𝒆𝒆.

Transfers:

  • Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport;
  • Transfer to the trailhead in Arusha National Park;
  • Pick-up at the end of the trek.

𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙨:

  • Hut Fees
  • Crew Fees

𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣:

  • One night at 2* hotel (Granceland hotel or Similar) before the expedition and one night after; The hotels have everything for your comfortable stay – caring staff, nice rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, restaurant and swimming pool);
  • Accommodation in huts on the trek.

𝙋𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙚: All hotel accommodation is based on a sharing basis (i.e. you will be sharing with your travel companion a twin/double room. If you travel alone, we will match you with a same-sex adventurer). Single occupancy in a hotel is available upon request and extra chargers apply. Single accommodation is not available in huts while on the trek, because it is the park rangers who assign the trekkers to the huts. 𝙈𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙨:

  • Breakfast in the hotel before and after the hike
  • All meals on the hike. Our Mount Meru diet includes energy-rich and highly nutritious meals prepared by our professional high-altitude cooks. In our menu you will find different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; vegetarian/gluten- free/halal options are available at no extra cost;
  • All drinks on the hike (coffee, tea, hot chocolate and water).

𝐇𝐢𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:

  • 4-inch (10-cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats;
  • All group equipment;
  • Oxygen cylinders and oximeters;
  • Complete medical kits.
  • Climbing crew:
  • Professional guides, licensed by Kilimanjaro National Park. All our guides are the holder of Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certifications. All our guides have 10+years of successful mountaineering experience;
  • Dedicated support crew (assistant guides, camp master, porters, cooks, etc.).

Excluded

  • Airfares and visas
  • Tips for your guides and crew
  • Personal items
  • Travel insurance (you must be insured, and specifically for treks up to 4500m)
  • Your personal trekking gear.
  • Your personal medicines or prescriptions
  • Snacks on the mountain
  • Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the hike);

  1. What is Mount Meru’s elevation? Mount Meru stands at an elevation of approximately 4,562 to 4,566 meters (14,967 to 14,980 feet) above sea level.

  2. Where is Mount Meru located? Mount Meru is located in Tanzania, within the Arusha National Park.

  3. How difficult is the climb? The difficulty of the climb varies depending on the route chosen and individual fitness levels. Generally, it is considered moderately challenging.

  4. Do I need prior climbing experience? While prior climbing experience is beneficial, it is not mandatory. However, a good level of physical fitness is recommended.

  5. What is the best time to climb Mount Meru? The best time to climb Mount Meru is during the dry season, which typically runs from June to October.

  6. How long does it take to climb Mount Meru? The duration of the climb varies depending on the chosen route, but it usually takes around 3-4 days to summit and descend.

  7. Do I need special equipment? Basic trekking gear such as sturdy hiking boots, warm clothing, and a sleeping bag is necessary. However, specialized climbing equipment is not typically required.

  8. Is altitude sickness a concern on Mount Meru? While Mount Meru’s altitude is lower than Kilimanjaro, altitude sickness can still be a concern. It is essential to acclimatize properly and listen to your body’s signals.

  9. Are there wildlife encounters on Mount Meru? Yes, Mount Meru is home to a variety of wildlife, including buffalo, monkeys, and numerous bird species. Encounters with wildlife are possible during the climb.

  10. Can I combine Mount Meru with a Kilimanjaro trek? Yes, many climbers use Mount Meru as a warm-up trek before attempting Kilimanjaro due to its proximity and similar terrain.

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