5 Days Mount Meru Trekking

Code: LMJUYH
5 DAYS - 4 NIGHTS
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The Express Way to the Summit

This hike to the peak of Mount Meru is completed in three days. Situated at the heart of the Arusha National Park, Mount Meru overlooks the spectacular plains of the savannah. Meru was sculpted into its distinctive shape thousands of years ago when a volcanic blast destroyed an immense bulk of the eastward flank of the mountain. The fertile slopes are home to a vast range of wildlife. The climb to the summit alongside the volcanic caldera doesn’t require an athlete or an extreme alpinist but you should be in relatively good shape. Mount Meru climbing entails steep slopes, it can be challenging but you won’t regret conquering it. The enchanting view and diverse wildlife of Kilimanjaro’s little brother make this the ideal trek for an adventurous thrill seeker.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
Transport from/to park gate & airport transfer
Pre & post climb accommodation (B&B) in Moshi
Park, hut accommodation & rescue fees
Professional English speaking guide(s); porters & cook
4 breakfasts; 4 lunches; 3 dinners
Water; tea and coffee with meals

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Flights
Lunch & dinner in Moshi
Alcoholic and soft drinks
Visa fees
Tips for guide(s), porters & cook
Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
Travel insurance
Personal equipment
Sleeping bag

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Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi

We will arrange for a driver to transport you from the airport to your hotel. Orientation regarding your trek will take place at the hotel. Your guides will provide information about the trek and perform a comprehensive inspection of your gear. They will also clarify any further questions.

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Day 2: Moshi to Miriakamba Hut

We will depart from the hotel in Moshi in the morning. Our expedition begins with a drive to Arusha National Park which takes approximately one hour. The lively vegetation in the park is extremely versatile. The infamous film Hartari starring Hollywood’s Hardy Kruger and John Wayne was shot in the park. Once we have completed the necessary park formalities, our trek will officially commence close to the Ngarenanyuki River. Our first waypoint is the Miriakamba. You will be accompanied by an armed ranger and a professional mountain guide throughout the duration of the walk. During the walk you will encounter a vast amount of wildlife including buffalo, waterbucks, giraffes, warthogs, zebras and gazelles. Your guide will identify the different bird species you come across. There is a possibility that you will see leopards or elephants but they tend to be more reserved compared to the ones in the Serengeti. We will stop at the Miriakamba Hut where we will spend the night and enjoy an appetising dinner.

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Day 3: Saddle Hut to Miriakamba Hut

The Mount Meru trekking excursion begins shortly after midnight. For the next five hours the light of your headlamp will guide you on the path. Ascending to the summit is the most difficult part of the trek. The high altitude make climbing to the top an arduous task. Once you reach the peak we will give you an opportunity to snap some pictures and recollect yourself. The downward journey is absolutely mesmerising because there are scenic views of the luscious mountains and vibrant landscapes. We have a leisurely lunch at the Saddle Hut but the journey is not over yet. We will walk for roughly two hours until we reach the Miriakamba Hut, where we will spend the night.

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Day 4: Miriakamba Hut to Momela Gate to Moshi

We will enjoy a hearty breakfast at the camp and then we will commence the final part of the trek. The hike requires us to travel amid Meru’s cloud forest – which resembles an enchanted forest in a whimsical novel. The steep incline on the way to the Momela gate tends to be slippery, we urge you to step cautiously. When you arrive at the Momela Gate there will be an opportunity to buy sodas and Mount Meru trekking t-shirts. A Viva Africa Tours vehicle will transport you back to where you started.

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Day 5: Moshi to Kilimanjaro Airport

A driver will transfer you to Kilimanjaro Airport, from where you will take your flight. If you’ve decided for a safari or Zanzibar beach holiday – well, that’s a different adventure and we’ll be happy to arrange it for you!

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