4 Days Mount Meru Climb | Wild Gaze Safaris

Overview

What makes this journey special

Climbing / Trekking

The 4 days Mount Meru climb takes you to the peak of Mount Meru (4562 m) using the mountain’s, only route, the Momella Route. Most alpines use Meru for acclimatization before the Kilimanjaro climb. The mountain has less snow formed at the volcano eruption. Unlike Kilimanjaro when you are climbing Mount Meru you have to be escorted by an armed ranger(s) as you pass through the Arusha National Park. It is at this time when you will enjoy the walking safari as you pass the groups of African buffaloes, Zebras, Black and white colobus monkeys just a little wildlife mention.

Day by day

Your itinerary

Day 1

Moshi / Arusha Town – Miriakamba Hut (2514 m)

Miriakamba Hut

After breakfast depart Moshi about 8:30 a.m drive to Momella gate. Make payment and start the climb with picnic lunch to the first hut called Miriakamba hut. Dinner and overnight at Miriakamba Hut. 10 km | Hiking Time: 4-6 hours | Habitat: Montane Forest.

Day 2

Miriakamba Hut (1500 m) – Saddle Hut (3570 m)

Saddle Hut

After breakfast we proceed with a climb to second hut called Saddle. This is too steep part compared to the first part. During the afternoon, client can decide to attempt climbing little Meru peak and back. Dinner and overnight at Saddle hut. 8 km | Hiking Time: 3-5 hours | Habitat: Forest and Moorland.

Day 3

Saddle Hut (3570 m) – Mount Meru Summit (4562 m) - Miriakamba Hut (2514 m)

Miriakamba Hut

Wake up at middle-night and have a cup of tea before starting attempt big Meru peak. Proceed to summit crossing rocky path and back to Saddle hut for full breakfast. Then short rest and leave Saddle hut for lunch and descend down for dinner and overnight Miriakamba hut. 5 km up + 8 km down | Hiking Time: 8–10 hours | Habitat: Semi Desert, Alpine Desert, Montane Forest.

Day 4

Miriakamba Hut (2514 m) - Momella Gate (1500 m) –Arusha / Moshi Town

Hotel

After breakfast, walk for your final descend with lunch on the way to Momela gate where all who have made it will be rewarded certificates. Your crew will be waiting for their tips before you get in the private vehicle for Arusha/Moshi. 8 km down | Hiking Time: 2–3 hours | Habitat: Montane forest.

Getting there