4 Days mount meru trek

Day 0: Arrival in Moshi

  • Arrive in Moshi, Tanzania, a vibrant town located near Mount Kilimanjaro.
  • Meet with Mr Andrew or Our representative for a briefing and equipment check.
  • Spend the day resting, exploring Moshi, and preparing for your trek.
  • Overnight stay in a hotel or lodge in Moshi.

Day 1: Moshi to Momella Gate, Miriakamba Hut

  • After breakfast, drive to Arusha National Park.
  • Register at the Momella Gate and begin your trekking adventure.
  • Trek through lush montane forest with opportunities for wildlife sightings including colobus monkeys and various bird species.
  • Arrive at Miriakamba Hut (2,514 meters) for lunch.
  • Afternoon hike to the nearby Maio Falls or Little Meru for acclimatization.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at Miriakamba Hut.

Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut

  • After breakfast, continue trekking through heath and moorland zones.
  • Ascend steep sections with breathtaking views of the Meru crater and surrounding landscape.
  • Arrive at Saddle Hut (3,570 meters) for lunch.
  • Afternoon optional hike to the summit of Little Meru for acclimatization.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at Saddle Hut.

Day 3: Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak (Summit) to Miriakamba Hut

  • Wake up early, around midnight, for the summit attempt.
  • Begin the steep ascent to Socialist Peak (4,562 meters), the highest point on Mount Meru.
  • Reach the summit in time for sunrise, witnessing breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
  • Take photos, celebrate your achievement, and then begin the descent back to Saddle Hut.
  • Have breakfast at Saddle Hut and then continue descending to Miriakamba Hut.
  • Arrive at Miriakamba Hut in the late afternoon and rest for the evening.

Day 4: Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate to Arusha

  • Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Miriakamba Hut.
  • Descend through the montane forest, taking in the sights and sounds of the natural surroundings.
  • Reach Momella Gate, where you will sign out and receive your summit certificate.
  • Meet your transport and return to Arusha.
  • Celebrate your successful Mount Meru trek with a hearty meal and some relaxation in Arusha.

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