Tanzania Treasure Tours
Mt Meru Treks
The second highest mountain in Tanzania (4566m), this is a wonderful trek in its own right, but is also a great acclimatization trek before attempting
Mt Kilimanjaro. It is located in Arusha National Park, just an hour's drive from Moshi. There is only one route on Mt Meru and the trek is typically done in 4 days, although a 3 days itinerary is also possible.
Overnights are in dormitory style huts with solar lighting, similar to Marangu Route on Mt Kilimanjaro. All treks are accompanied by an armed park ranger
since at the lower altitudes there are a fair number of animals.
Note: Depending on the availability of rangers, Arusha National Park has the authority
to have groups from different tour companies share one park ranger. Each group will still have its own climb staff servicing their respective clients.
But we cannot guarantee that your group will not be along side a different group since the decision to share a park ranger belongs to Arusha National
Park Authorities exclusively.
The meals served, packing list (adjusted for fewer trekking days), mountain safety, recommended tips are all the same as
found on the Mt Kilimanjaro Logistics Information section.
Arrival Day - Our driver will be waiting for you just outside the secured area at Kilimanjaro Airport. After you clear customs please look for the
driver with a sign having your name on it and our Tanzania Treasure Tours name and logo. The airport is not large so there should not be a problem
finding each other. Do not worry if you if are late getting your luggage or going through customs
is slow, the driver is good at being patient. He will take you to your hotel. After you settle in, your guide will meet you for a pre-climb
briefing where all your questions will be answered. We will go through an equipment check with you. Any items needed can be rented at this time.
If your arrival is at night, the briefing and equipment check can be done early the next morning. Day 1: Momela Gate to Miriakamba 1500m to 2514m. Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut 2514m to 3570m Day 3: Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak to Miriakamba Hut, 3570m to 4566m to 2514m Day 4: Miriakamba Hut to Momela Gate, 2514m to 1500m Departure Day - Our driver will be available to take you to Kilimanjaro Airport at any time necessary. Breakfast at the hotel is included in the
climb package. The hotel check out time is typically 10am but if you have a later flight we can try to get permission for a late checkout or we can
book a day room (extra cost payable to the hotel for a day room). If you have booked a safari look for the details on your customized
itinerary. Book This Trip tanzaniatreasuretours Arrival Day - Our driver will be waiting for you just outside the secured area at Kilimanjaro Airport. After you clear customs please look for the
driver with a sign having your name on it and our Tanzania Treasure Tours name and logo. The airport is not large so there should not be a problem
finding each other. Do not worry if you if are late getting your luggage or going through customs
is slow, the driver is good at being patient. He will take you to your hotel. After you settle in, your guide will meet you for a pre-climb
briefing where all your questions will be answered. We will go through an equipment check with you. Any items needed can be rented at this time.
If your arrival is at night, the briefing and equipment check can be done early the next morning. Day 1: Momela Gate to Miriakamba 1500m to 2514m. Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut 2514m to 3570m Day 3: Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak to Miriakamba Hut, 3570m to 4566m to 1500m Departure Day - Our driver will be available to take you to Kilimanjaro Airport at any time necessary. Breakfast at the hotel is included in the
climb package. The hotel check out time is typically 10am but if you have a later flight we can try to get permission for a late checkout or we can
book a day room (extra cost payable to the hotel for a day room). If you have booked a safari look for the details on your customized
itinerary. Book This Trip tanzaniatreasuretours Mt Meru Itineraries
Mt Meru 4 Days
Today after driving one hour from Moshi town to Momela gate and meet with the ranger to accompany the group then start walking passing in some open grassland with a great chance to see buffalo and warthog. The trail let us passing through less dense forest where there is an abundance of birds and monkeys including black and white colobus. Approximately 5 to 6 hours walking. Today we will overnight at Miriakamba Hut.
The walking today is short, but a considerably steep and sustained climb all the way. Starting through attractive open and lush montane forest through Elephant Ridge and giants heather and moorland vegetation to Saddle Hut. Arrive at approximately 2pm. Acclimatization to Little Meru. Return for dinner. Sleep for approximately 5 hours.
Wake up at 1am to start to the summit. Watch sunrise between Cobra and Socialist Peak. Summit approximately 7am. Return to Saddle Hut for a meal and packing. Depending on timing, possible 1 hour of sleep. Now we make our way to Miriakamba Hut for overnight.
Start at Miriakamba through the forest route where there is a waterfall for a short visit. Walk through the open plain where you can see the buffalo
and possibly giraffe. Proceed to Momela Gate to sign out. Afterwards you are transferred back to your hotel. At the hotel you will be given your
certificates if you reached Socialist Peak, say your farewell to your mountain crew and have the opportunity to give out tips.
Your hotel for tonight is included in your climb package (B & B plan).Mt Meru 3 Days
Today after driving one hour from Moshi town to Momela Gate and meet with the ranger to accompany the group then start walking passing in some open grassland with a great chance to see buffalo and warthog. The trail let us passing through less dense forest where there is an abundance of birds and monkeys including black and white colobus. Approximately 5 to 6 hours walking. Today we will overnight at Miriakamba Hut.
The walking today is short, but a considerably steep and sustained climb all the way. Starting through attractive open and lush montane forest through Elephant Ridge and giants heather and moorland vegetation to Saddle Hut. Arrive at approximately 2pm. Acclimatization to Little Meru. Return for dinner. Sleep for approximately 5 hours.
Wake up at 1am to start to the summit. Watch sunrise between Cobra and Socialist Peak. Summit approximately 7am. We then descend the entire way to
Momela Gate to sign out. Afterwards you are transferred back to your hotel. At the hotel you will be given your
certificates if you reached Socialist Peak, say your farewell to your mountain crew and have the opportunity to give out tips.
Your hotel for tonight is included in your climb package (B & B plan).
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