Mt. Meru Trekking Tours

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• OUR TREKKING TOURS:

	Mt. Meru Momela Casual – Four-days Trek
	Mt. Meru Momela Express – Three-days Trek

Here are presented the standard Mt. Meru Treks, which have the same route but differ in number of days.

This exciting trek to the Meru Summit on Momela Route will take you through different vegetation zones, from grassland and lush forest rich with wildlife (Buffalos, Giraffes and Zebras are quite common) on the lower slopes of the mountain to bare rocky summit! A very spectacular and exhilarating is a walk along the narrow edge of the crater rim towards the peak! And just wait to see the views from the Meru Summit!

Although climbing Mt. Meru is nowhere difficult or technical, the altitude may have an affect on you; as with Mt. Kilimanjaro, it is a serious trek and proper acclimatization is important. The trek route is quite steep but can be done in four days (three nights); some well-acclimatized and fit trekkers do it even in three days by combining Day 3 and Day 4.

Note:
Overnight is in huts. In addition to our walking guide, an armed Ranger will accompany you during the trek to protect you from wildlife.

For more information about what to bring on trek, altitude diseases and other trekking details, have a look at our Trekking Tips, Trekking FAQ and Altitude Illness info. Combine your trek with a game drive in the amazing Arusha National Park or other parks and reserves in the Northern Circuit! (more)

For queries and quick price quotations about Mt. Meru Tours as well as Tailor-Made Programmes to suit all your wishes, please do not hesitate to contact us!

• ITINERARY:

DAY 1: Arusha – Momela Gate – Miriakamba Hut (10km, 4-5 hour walk, 1000m ascent)
After breakfast transfer from Arusha town to Momela Gate in the Arusha National Park, where the trek to Tanzania’s second highest peak begins. First you cross Ngarenanyuki River and continue into the forest, passing the Fig Tree Arch, Itikoni Clearing and Maio Falls, until you reach Miriakamba Hut. Dinner and overnight.

DAY 2: Miriakamba Hut– Saddle Hut (4km, 2-3 hour walk, 1070m ascent)
The day is spent trekking to the Saddle Hut, where you decide among the following options:

Either a 2-3 hour trek to the summit of Little Meru (3820m), where you can enjoy impressive views of the Meru Summit, the top of the Ash Cone inside the caldera, the crater horseshoe as well as the magnificent Mt. Kilimanjaro on the opposite side!

Either a two hour trek to the Rhino Point, where you have stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and down into the Meru crater; this route is actually the main route to the Meru Summit but because of the views it is worth trekking at least twice!

Or just relax in the Saddle Hut.

DAY 3: Saddle Hut– Meru Summit - Miriakamba Hut (14km, 8-11 hour walk, 1000m ascent, 2070m descent)
Early departure from the Saddle Hut (around 02.00 a.m.), passing the Rhino Point and continuing along the narrow rim of the crater towards the Meru Summit to reach just in time for an amazing sunrise behind Mt. Kilimanjaro and enjoy spectacular views! Descent to Miriakamba Hut is taken on the same route.

DAY 3/4: Miriakamba Hut– Momela Gate – Arusha (5km, 3-4 hour walk, 1000m descent)
After breakfast, depart Miriakamba Hut for Momela Gate, where you will be met and transferred back to Arusha.

If there is sufficient time, a complimentary game drive is done in Arusha National Park, where rare Black and White Colobus Monkeys and numerous Flamingos can be observed.

End of tour!

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• 2012 PRICES:

VERY IMPORTANT NOTICE On 1 July 2006 the following actions from Tanzanian Government came into effect and resulted in the rise of the price of all Mt. Meru Momela Treks: 1) 24-hour government fee to enter Arusha National Park increased for 40%. 2) Camping Fees for Basic Campsites increased for 50% and 25% for Special Campsites. 3) Vehicle Fees in all National Parks doubled.

 
For all queries and quick price quotations about our Mt. Meru Casual and Mt. Meru Express as well as Tailor-Made Programmes, please do not hesitate to contact us!

• The prices are quoted in US dollars (US$) per person.
• The prices are inclusive of: park entrance fees, camping/hut fees, rescue fees on the mountain, transfers, English-speaking mountain guide, assistant guide, helpers/porters, a cook, camping equipment - tents, dining tents with table and chairs, matresses, sleeping bags (if accommodation is in tents it is highly recommended that you bring with you your own high-quality sleeping bag!), three meals per day while on tour.
• The prices are exclusive of: items of personal nature (e.g. toiletries, phone calls, souvenirs, beverages etc.), medical and personal insurance, accommodation and meals before/after the trek, tipping to the crew.
• Additional AAR Action - Emergency Rescue & Evacuation Insurance (also called AAR Tourist Cover) can be obtained in our office for only 1 USD per day!
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