5 Days Tour – 3 Days Trek Mount Meru
Mount Meru Trek Overview
Mount Meru is Tanzania’s second highest mountain and one of East Africa’s most rewarding trekking destinations. Rising to 4,566 meters above sea level, this dormant volcano lies within the beautiful Arusha National Park and offers a perfect combination of scenic hiking, rich wildlife encounters, and dramatic volcanic landscapes. Often climbed as a warm-up before Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru is an excellent acclimatization trek as well as a spectacular adventure in its own right.
The trek takes you through diverse ecosystems, beginning with open grasslands and lush montane forests where giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs, and colobus monkeys are frequently seen. As you ascend higher, the vegetation changes into heath and alpine moorland, revealing breathtaking views across the plains and, on clear days, stunning panoramas of Mount Kilimanjaro rising in the distance.
One of the highlights of the Mount Meru trek is the dramatic summit ascent to Socialist Peak. The climb begins before dawn, allowing you to reach the summit at sunrise when the views are at their most magical. From the top, you can admire the sheer cliffs of the crater rim, the ash cone below, and sweeping vistas stretching across northern Tanzania.
All treks on Mount Meru are conducted with an armed ranger, adding an extra layer of safety and offering unique opportunities to observe wildlife along the trail. Accommodation is provided in well-maintained mountain huts, making this route more comfortable compared to tented climbs on other mountains.
With its moderate difficulty, shorter duration, and exceptional scenery, Mount Meru is ideal for trekkers seeking a challenging yet achievable summit experience, photographers looking for dramatic landscapes, and climbers preparing for the ultimate ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Day 1 – Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our team and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. After a short welcome briefing and an overview of your Mount Meru trekking program, the rest of the day is yours to relax, recover from your flight, and enjoy Arusha’s lively atmosphere at your own pace as you prepare for the adventure ahead.
Accommodation: The Charity Hotel
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2 – Arusha to Mirakamba Hut (Mount Meru)
After breakfast, you will transfer to Momella Gate in Arusha National Park for registration and a detailed trekking briefing. Accompanied by an armed ranger, you begin your hike through open grasslands and lush forest where wildlife sightings are common, including giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs, and monkeys. The trail gradually climbs through the montane forest zone toward Mirakamba Hut, where you will arrive in the afternoon, settle in, and enjoy time for acclimatization before dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Mirakamba Hut (Mountain Hut)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 – Mirakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
Today’s trek continues higher as the forest slowly opens into heath and moorland. You will hike at a steady pace while enjoying changing landscapes and wider views, with Mount Kilimanjaro often visible in the distance on clear days. Arriving at Saddle Hut, located below Little Meru, you will have lunch and time to rest. Later, you may take a short acclimatization walk toward Little Meru for extra altitude exposure before returning to the hut for dinner and an early night, preparing for your summit attempt.
Accommodation: Saddle Hut (Mountain Hut)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 – Summit Day and Return to Arusha
Shortly after midnight, you begin your summit ascent under the stars, climbing steadily along the steep ridge toward Socialist Peak. As the dawn approaches, the views become spectacular, and by sunrise you reach the summit where you will celebrate your achievement and enjoy panoramic scenery across the plains, with Mount Kilimanjaro appearing dramatically on the horizon when conditions are clear. After photos and rest, you descend back to Saddle Hut for a short break and refreshments, then continue down to Momella Gate where your trek formally ends. You will then transfer back to Arusha for a well-deserved shower, dinner, and overnight rest.
Accommodation: The Charity Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 – Departure (Kilimanjaro Airport)
After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred from your hotel in Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey. This marks the end of your Mount Meru trekking experience, leaving you with unforgettable memories, incredible scenery, and a rewarding summit achievement.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Price
- 1 Adult: USD 1,999 per person
- 2 Adults: USD 1,385 per person
- 3 Adults: USD 1,221 per person
- 4 Adults: USD 1,192 per person
- 5 Adults: USD 1,177 per person
- 6 Adults: USD 1,092 per person
- 7 Adults: USD 1,065 per person
- 8 Adults: USD 1,017 per person
Day 1 – Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our team and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. After check-in, enjoy a relaxed afternoon resting from your journey or exploring the town at your own pace. In the evening, you will receive a short briefing about your Mount Meru trek and have dinner at the hotel.
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2 – Arusha to Miriakamba Hut (Mount Meru)
After breakfast, transfer to Momella Gate in Arusha National Park for registration and briefing. Begin your trek accompanied by an armed ranger, hiking through grassland and rainforest where you may spot giraffes, buffalo, and monkeys along the way. The trail gradually hookups to Miriakamba Hut, your overnight stop on the mountain.
Accommodation: Miriakamba Hut (Mountain Hut)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 – Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
After breakfast, continue your ascent through lush forest and heather vegetation as you climb higher toward Saddle Hut. Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance and the dramatic crater of Mount Meru. The afternoon is reserved for acclimatization and rest as you prepare for the summit attempt later in the night.
Accommodation: Saddle Hut (Mountain Hut)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 – Summit Day to Arusha
Around midnight, begin your final ascent to Socialist Peak, the summit of Mount Meru. After reaching the peak at sunrise and enjoying spectacular views, descend back to Saddle Hut for a short rest before continuing down to Momella Gate. You will then transfer back to your hotel in Arusha for a well-deserved shower and relaxation.
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 – Departure
After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your unforgettable Mount Meru trekking adventure.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Price
- 1 Adult: USD 6,662 per person
- 2 Adults: USD 4,269 per person
- 3 Adults: USD 3,907 per person
- 4 Adults: USD 3,745 per person
- 5 Adults: USD 3,668 per person
- 6 Adults: USD 3,456 per person
- 7 Adults: USD 3,310 per person
- 8 Adults: USD 3,209 per person
BOOK THIS TREK
Price Inclusions
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- Hotels before and after the hike
- Tents and comfortable walk-in tents
- Thick sleeping mats and sleeping bags
- Spacious mess tent and camping chairs
- Handwashing stand and camping equipment
- All meals on the hike
- Professional female guides and porters
- Oxygen tanks and GPS trackers
- Medical check-up and fully loaded medical kits
- All park fees and government taxes
- Dedicated support team
- Safe room and storage room
- 24/7 support via satellite phone
- Portable toilet and camping bags
- Impactful community support contribution
Price Inclusions
- International flights
- Tips (recommended USD 250–350 per participant)
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Single room supplement
- Personal gear rentals
- Personal expenses and souvenirs