5 Days Mount Meru Trekking
Overview
Experience a 5-day Mount Meru trekking adventure, combining rich wildlife, diverse landscapes, and the thrill of summiting Tanzania’s second-highest peak. Starting in Arusha, the trek leads through forests alive with giraffes, buffalo, and monkeys before reaching alpine zones with sweeping views. Overnight in huts, enjoy an acclimatization hike to Little Meru, and summit Socialist Peak (4,566m) at sunrise. Descend through Arusha National Park, completing an unforgettable wilderness journey.
Itinerary Details
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro/Arusha Airport, where your driver will transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Relax from your journey, meet your trekking guide for a briefing, and prepare your gear for the adventure ahead. Dinner and overnight in Arusha.
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Arusha – Momella Gate (1,500m) – Miriakamba Hut (2,500m)
After breakfast, drive to Arusha National Park. Register at Momella Gate and begin trekking through lush forest, spotting wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and monkeys. Continue up to Miriakamba Hut for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Miriakamba Hut – Saddle Hut (3,570m)
Today’s hike ascends steeply through montane forest into heather and moorland. Stop at viewpoints overlooking the crater and Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance. Arrive at Saddle Hut for lunch and acclimatization. In the afternoon, hike to Little Meru (3,820m) for sunset views. Dinner and overnight at Saddle Hut.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Saddle Hut – Socialist Peak (4,566m) – Miriakamba Hut
Begin your summit attempt around midnight, climbing past Rhino Point (3,800m) and Cobra Point (4,350m). Reach Socialist Peak at sunrise and enjoy stunning views of Kilimanjaro, the Rift Valley, and Meru Crater. Descend back to Saddle Hut for rest, then continue down to Miriakamba Hut for overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Miriakamba Hut – Momella Gate – Arusha
After breakfast, descend gently through forest paths filled with wildlife and birdlife. Arrive at Momella Gate for pickup and transfer back to Arusha. End of trekking adventure or proceed with onward plans.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Price Included
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- All park fees and hut accommodation on the mountain
- Professional mountain guide(s), ranger(s), and porters
- Full board meals during the trek
- Drinking water on the mountain
- Pre- and post-trek accommodation in Arusha (BB)
Price Excluded
- International flights
- Tanzanian visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, boots, etc.)
- Tips for guides, rangers, and porters
- Alcoholic & soft drinks
- Extra nights in hotels before/after trek