3 Days Climbing Mt. Meru
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Mount Meru is the best for acclimatization prior to Mount Kilimanjaro climb; The Mountain is the third highest peak in Africa and is the second highest mountain in Tanzania at 4,568m.
Climbing Mount Meru
We drive from Arusha to Momela Gate. After a short registration at the Gate our walk will begin with full armed ranger escorting us, simply we can see along the way the wild animals including elephants, zebras, and giraffe, monkeys and antelope along the route. Dinner and overnight night at Miriakamba Hut.
Elevation (m): (1,387 m to (1,500 m)
Elevation (ft): 4,921 ft) to 3,000 ft )
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Dinner and over night at chosen hotel
The walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. The walk will take us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone. After hot lunch at Saddle Hut we can make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820m) for superb views just before sunset.
Dinner and overnight at Saddle Hut
Elevation (m): 2,514 m to 3,570 m
Elevation (ft): 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Forest and Moorland.
Dinner and over night at chosen campsite.
We start early at around 7:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and on to Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridgeline between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater. We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Momella gate. The returning transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to pick you to your hotel in Arusha/Moshi.
Elevation (m): 3,570 m to 4,565m to 2,514m
Elevation (ft): 14,977ft to 11,712 ft to 8,250ft
Distance: 5 km up 13 km down
Hiking Time: 12 – 14 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert Moorland and Montane forest.
RATES from Jan to Dec 2019: MERU 3 DAYS:
1 Person = USD 926 PER PERSON
2 – 5 People = USD 718 PER PERSON
6 People + = USD 664 PER PERSON
THE EXTRA DAY ON MT. MERU IS US$ 220 PER PERSON PER DAY.
Waking up early will let you cupture some great photos of the sunrise. The first part of the day’s hike climbs through the dwindling heathland that blends into a moonscape as you enter the sweeping saddle connecting Mawenzi and Kibo. When you stop for lunch, and later when you cross this surprisingly large saddle, you can examine the summit climb up Kibo that you will be starting in just a few hours. Be careful to notice any signs of altitude sickness. There is no running water at the Kibo Huts.
END OF TOUR
Options activities to add on
- Balloon ride in Tarangire /Serengeti
- Crater rim hike at Ngorongoro
- Endoro fall walk
- Visit Masai boma
The Net Rates Include
- Full board during the safari
- Accommodation
- Professional driver-guide
- Private pop-up roof 4×4 Safari jeep
- Entrance fees to parks and natural reserves
- All safaris mentioned with unlimited KM
- 1 liter of pure drinking water per day
- Guided activities not indicated “optional”
Our Rates Do Not Include:
- Air tickets
- Optional activities
- Visas, airport taxes
- Health and cancellation insurances
- Tipping, drinks, and personal expenses