Mt. Meru 4 Days + 2 Hotel Nights

Mt Meru Mt Meru

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Mount Meru is located in the heart of Arusha National Park and it is 50 miles west of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Mt. Meru is a massive volcano reaching 14,980 feet (4,565 meters). This trek serves as an ideal warm up for Mt. Kilimanjaro due to its altitude acclimatization and hiking distances. This trek is also geared toward hikers that prefer less crowds and a challenging ascent.

Best time to visit: June – October—December, January, February, March

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Day 1 - Arrival At Kilimanjaro International Airport
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport our Vicmos tours & safari guide will be there waiting for you to pick you up then drops you off at your hotel, where you can relax from your flight.
Preparation for your climb: You will meet your guide on this day of arrival at 05;00 PM. /17;00 hrs. for your mountain climb briefing, where he briefs you and offers advice on what to wear, what to pack, and other important tips to make your climb as comfortable as possible.

Dinner & Overnight; Lindrin Lodge /Maridadi hotel/Salinero Hotel/ something similar (as per final booking accommodation allocation)

Web address:
https://lindrinlodge.com/
https://themaridadihotel.com/
https://salinerohotels.com/
Day 2 - Momella Gate (1500m) - Miriakamba Hut (2500m)
4 DAYS MT. MERU ITINERARY
In the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in Moshi and after a 45-minute drive, you will arrive at the Arusha National Park Gate for entry formalities. Afterwards, we drive a little further to Momella Gate to start your hiking. After a steady 2-hour climb, you will reach Maio Falls and some picturesque meadows. After resting, we will be on our way to the well-known ‘Arched Fig Tree’, with its shape forming an arch over the path. After another 1½ – 2 hours, you will reach the Miriakamba Hut.

Meals; Lunch , Dinner

Accommodation; Mariakamba Hut
Day 3 – Barranco Camp
Day 3 - Miriakamba Hut (2500m) - Saddle Hut (3550m)
In the morning, we follow a steep track with wooden steps upwards. Due to the increase in altitude, it will be noticeably cooler than the previous day making the hike easier. After approximately 2 hours, you will reach the vantage point ‘Mgongo wa Tembo’ (Elephant back) at an elevation of 3200m, where you will enjoy a well-earned break. After another hike in which the vegetation changes from rainforest into an airy bush land, you will reach Saddle Hut (3550m) at midday for a relaxing lunch break. In the afternoon, you have the option to do a side trip to Little Meru (3820m), which takes approx. 1 – 1 ½ hours where you can have wonderful views of Arusha National Park and Kilimanjaro (approx. 80 km away).

Meals; Lunch , Dinner

Accommodation; Mariakamba Hut
Day 4 - Saddle Hut (3500m) – Summit Attempt (4566m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m)
Duration: 10-12 hours of hiking

Your guide will wake you at 00:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt at 1:30am. The trail starts off on a steep grade from Rhino Point (3800m) to Cobra Point (4350m). At the last hour of the hike, you will scamble on a rocky ridge between the crater and inner cliffs of Meru. You will reach the summit of Meru (4565m) at sunrise with spectacular views of Mt. Meru Ash Tray and Mt. Kilimanjaro. Enjoy your views then descend to Saddle Hut for a short break. You will then continue descending to Miriakamba Hut (2500m).

Meals; Lunch , Dinner

Accommodation; Mariakamba Hut
Day 5 – Arrow Glacier
START – 15,093FT / 4600M

END – 16,087FT / 4903M

DISTANCE – 0.6 MILES / 1KM

TIME – 1-2 HRS

MEALS– BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

ACCOMMODATION; CAMPING

The ascent to Arrow Glacier is relatively short and leaves plenty of time to rest for a large part of the day. Short walks are possible with the guides to enjoy views of the Great Barranco Wall and remnants of the once mighty glaciers that filled the breach before having dinner and an early night.
Day 5 - Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – (1400m)- Moshi
Duration: 2-3 hours of hiking

Accommodation; Hotel / Lodge

After a long rest and breakfast, we will begin our final descent to Momella gate. We will hike through forest and meadows where it is likely to spot wildlife. At the base of Mt. Meru, you will be greeted by our driver who will take you back to Moshi.
Day 5- 6: Flight Home From Kilimanjaro International Airport After The Climb
Sadly, this is the end of your holiday and the time to go home has arrived. Enjoy your last hours in Tanzania before our driver comes to pick you up and takes you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight home or Zanzibar. Still longing for more? It's also possible to add a few days of safari or a beach holiday to your Kilimanjaro adventure!

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Kilimanjaro trekking according to the itinerary

2 Nights’ Accommodation at Maridadi,Hotel/ Salinero Hotels/
Lidrin Lodge /Honey Badger (depending on Availability) on
Half board meal plan
Accommodation nights during safari tour*
National Park gate fees
Transport for Crew
Hut/Camping fees and tents
Certified, experience, English/Germany speaking guides for this route.
French/Spanish speaking guide Upon request at Extra cost charge.
Porters salaries
Rescue fees * required by the national park*
All meals on the mountain. / During safari tour
Tents, Mess tent, Chairs and Tables, cooking equipment, and eating utensil.
Kitchen Tents with Seat and Tables
Oxygen Cylinder

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Flights
Visa fees
Travel or Medical Insurance is required and you should ask for Recommendation
Medication
Tips for guides & porters not included but recommended .
Personal spending money for souvenirs etc.
Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.

from $1,568.00

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Mt. Meru 4 Days + 2 Hotel Nights

Overview

Overview

Itinerary

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Day 1 - Arrival At Kilimanjaro International Airport

Day 2 - Momella Gate (1500m) - Miriakamba Hut (2500m)

4 DAYS MT. MERU ITINERARY

Day 3 – Barranco Camp

Day 3 - Miriakamba Hut (2500m) - Saddle Hut (3550m)

Day 4 - Saddle Hut (3500m) – Summit Attempt (4566m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m)

Day 5 – Arrow Glacier

Day 5 - Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – (1400m)- Moshi

Day 5- 6: Flight Home From Kilimanjaro International Airport After The Climb

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