Want to climb a mountain, but not sure if you want to climb something as daunting as Mt. Kilimanjaro? Come and join us on a 5-day hike to the top of Mt. Meru. On this trip, you will get the satisfaction of climbing a high peak without having to deal with the potential dangers of climbing in altitude over 17,000 feet.
The wildlife and scenery will be spectacular. From the desert in Arusha, through the forest on Mt. Meru, and to the high altitude desert at the summit, you will see very diverse landscapes accompanied by just as diverse animals.
Mount Meru rises from the 1500 m/4800 ft Momella Gate to the summit at 4,500m/15,016 feet. Enjoy views of wild animals as well.
You are accompanied by a Park Ranger throughout your climb.
Highlights
Climb a 15,000 ft. mountain.
Spend time in Serengeti Ndogo for game watching.
See amazing scenery throughout the entire hike.
Enjoy the vast knowledge of local english speaking guides. ...view more details
Abbreviated Itinerary
Day 1 - Transfer from the airport to your hotel in Arusha.
Day 2 - Mamella to Miriakamba. Begin the climb and ascend to camp at Miriakamba (8,250 ft.).
Day 3 - Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut. Climb to 11,700 ft. and camp at Saddle Hut. Optional afternoon climb to the summit of Little Meru (12450 ft.).
Day 4 - Saddle Hut to SUMMIT to Miriakamba Hut. Leave at 3:00 a.m. and hike to the summit. Then return back to the significantly lower camp, Miriakamba Hut.
Day 5 - Descend to Momella gate and return to Arusha. ...see full itinerary
Why should I choose this trip? What makes it better (different) than other trips?
This trip combines wildlife viewing and an immersion into local culture with a high mountain climb. Upon completion of this trip you will feel the satisfaction of summiting a 15,000 ft. mountain and remember all of the unforgetable sights that Tanzania's great landscape and wildlife have to offer. ...view more details
What kind of person will enjoy this trip?
This trip is works well with the individual who really wants to accomplish climbing a mountain but does not feel comfortable taking on something as large as Everest of Kilimanjaro. Africa VIP Travel also tries to connect culture and wildlife to all of their trips to make sure that all visitors have a well rounded and unfogettable trip to Tanzania. ...view more details
Day 1
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport you will be met by a car and transferred to a Hotel near by Arusha town for overnight stay.
Day 2
Depart 9:00 am from Arusha for Momella gate where trek begins. On the way, stop over for game watching at Serengeti Ndogo / Small Serengeti. From Momella gate ascend to Miriakamba Hut (2,500 m 8250 ft, approximately 3 hours).
Day 3
From Miriakamba Hut, ascend to Saddle Hut (3,500 m 11700 ft, approximately 4 hours). Afternoon trek to the summit of Little Meru (3,820 m 12450 ft, about 45 minutes), then return to saddle hut. Dinner and overnight stay at Saddle Hut.
Day 4
Leave at 3:00 am from Saddle Hut after breakfast for ascent to the summit of Mount Meru (4,565 m 15016 ft, 4-6 hours). We will walk around the rim of Meru Crater, then crossing the alpine desert return to Saddle Hut for lunch. After lunch we will descend several hours to Miriakamba Hut for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5
In the morning we will descend through the forest three hours to Momella Gate where you will collect your certificate and board a vehicle. We return to the Hotel in Arusha for a hot shower and overnight after the climb; or early dinner and transfer to the airport for a flight back home. There is option for safari extension in the next day.
* Note: The climb can be reduced by one day by combining Day 4 and 5, making for a long but achievable descent.
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