4 Days Mount Meru Trekking

Day 1: Momella Gate (1,500 m) – Miriakamba Hut (2,500 m)

1. Mount Meru
   Pass by
   Drive from Arusha to Momella Gate takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Once at the gate we will finish all the procedures and depart for the trek. The trek takes you through places from where you can catch breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the renowned Momella lakes. Trekkers encounter wildlife like Bushbucks, Cape Buffaloes, Giraffes, and Warthogs during this day. We continue a short distance until we reach the Miriakamba hut.
   
   Elevation: 1500m/4921ft to 2500m/8202ft
   Distance: 6km/3.5mi
   Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Day 2: Miriakamba Hut (2,500 m) – Saddle Hut (3,550 m)

1. Mount Meru
   Pass by
   Today we trek through the steep path along the ridge of the saddle. On the way, you can witness the stunning Meru crater, the ash cone, and little Meru. There are chances of us encountering wildlife like Cape Buffaloes and the black and white Colobus monkey. We will end the trek up at Saddle hut. Once you have settled at the camp we will set off on a short trek to little Meru (3810m) for acclimatization purpose and return to Saddle hut.
   
   Elevation: 2500m/8202ft to 3550m/11483ft
   Distance: 6km/3.5mi
   Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Day 3: Saddle Hut (3,550 m) – Socialist Peak (4,562 m) – Miriakamba Hut (2,500 m)

1. Mount Meru
   Pass by
   We wake up just after midnight and have a light meal to keep our energies high. Once done with the meal we start the final ascent to Socialist Peak. This ascent will be steep and we will be making our way through gravel and rocky cliffs. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. Once at the summit, you will enjoy the magnificent views of the Meru Crater and the Ash cone. There are chances that one might catch a glimpse of wildlife like mountain Reedbucks and Klipspringers over the rocky ridge.
   
   From the summit, we begin your descent by continuing straight down to the Miriakamba hut.
   
   Elevation: 3500m/11483ft to 4562m/14967ft down to 2500m/8202ft
   Distance: 19km/12mi
   Hiking Time: 10-12 hours

Day 4: Miriakamba Hut (2,500 m) – Momella Gate (1,500 m) – Arusha

1. Mount Meru
   Pass by
   After breakfast, we continue the descent down to the Momella Gate, we will change the route and take the southern route down hence the change in distance trekked on this day. We will also pass through the astonishing Fig tree Arch.
   
   Rioba Safaris vehicle will be waiting for you at Momella gate to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha (around 1 hour and 30 minutes).

Pickup details

Our driver/guide will meet you at your selected pickup location holding a sign with your name or the company logo. Please be ready at least 10 minutes before pickup time.
If you are staying in a hotel, wait at the main reception area.
For airport pickups, meet at the arrival hall after baggage claim.
If your pickup point is in a busy area, please keep your phone reachable for easy communication.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness