Mount Meru Four Days Hikemount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
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The 4 Days Mount Meru Climb & Hike is the best for acclimatization prior to Mount Kilimanjaro climbing; The Mountain is the third highest peak in Africa and is the second highest mountain in Tanzania at 4,568m. The mountain is located within Arusha National Park, Tanzania’s gem. This prime location gives trekkers the chance to spot some of the wildlife that inhabits the area.
Because Mount Meru is located in Arusha National Park, hikers must climb with an armed ranger due to the wide range of wildlife living on the mountain. On the lower slopes of the mountain, hikers are more likely to see elephants, giraffes, and buffalo! As hikers continue their ascents, the trail follows the north rim of the volcano’s crater along a dramatic ridge line. Throughout the climb, hikers sleep in designated huts along the trail. Hikers reach the summit as the sun is rising and they will have spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and of the Mt. Meru Crater.
An easy 40-minute drive from Arusha. Approximately 60 km (35 miles) from Kilimanjaro International Airport. The lakes, forest and Ngurdoto Crater can all be visited in the course of a half-day outing at the beginning or end of an extended northern safari. NOTE: Mountain Climbing Permits duration time is 12 HOURS.mount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
Mount Meru Four Days Hikemount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
Day 1: Momela-Gate - Miriakamba Hutmount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
We drive from Arusha to Momela-Gate. After a short registration at the Gate our walk will begin with full armed ranger escorting us, simply we can see along the way the wild animals including elephants, zebras, and giraffe, monkeys, antelope, and often elephants along the route. Dinner and overnight night at Miriakamba Hut.
Elevation (m): (1,387 m to (1,500 m)
Elevation (ft): 4,921 ft) to 3,000 ft )
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.mount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
We start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and on to Cobra Point (4350m). (Mount Meru Hiking) (Mount Meru Hiking/Climbing Tour Operators/Companies)
We reach the summit (4,566 m) for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. (Tours) (Mount Meru Hiking/Climbing Tour Operators/Companies)
The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridgeline between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater. (Mount Meru Hiking) (Mount Meru Hiking/Climbing Tour Operators/Companies)
We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Momella gate. (Tours) (Mount Meru Hiking/Climbing Tour Operators/Companies)
The returning transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to pick you to your hotel in Arusha/Moshi. (Burigi) (Meru Climbing) 3 Days Mount Meru Hiking /Climbing Tourmount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to the Saddle Hutmount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
The walk from Miriakamba-Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. The walk will take us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone. After hot lunch at Saddle Hut we can make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820m) for superb views just before sunset.
Dinner and overnight night at Saddle Hut
Elevation (m): 2,514 m to 3,570 m
Elevation (ft): 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Forest and Moorland.mount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
After breakfast, you will start ascending up the steep trail along the ridge of the saddle. You may see various wildlife along the way! The trail has views of Mt. Meru Crater and the Ash Tray. (Burigi) (Mount Meru Hiking) 4 Days Mount Meru Hiking /Climbing Tour
When you arrive at camp, you have the option of hiking Little Mt. Meru (3820m) with your guide to further acclimate. (Burigi) (Meru Climbing) (Mount Meru Hiking/Climbing Tour Operators/Companies)
You will be served an early dinner, (Tours) (Mount Meru Hiking)
so you can receive ample rest before your midnight summit attempt. (Meru Climbing)
Get to sleep by 1900! (Mount Meru Hiking/Climbing Tour Operators/Companies) 4 Days Mount Meru Hiking /Climbing Tour
Duration: 3-5 hours of hiking
Accommodation:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
overnight stay.
Meru – Saddle Humount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
Day 3: Saddle Hut - Summit - Miriakamba Humount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies
We start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and on to Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) on time for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridgeline between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater. We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Meriakamba Hut.
Elevation (m): 3,570 m to 4,565m to 2,514m
Elevation (ft): 14,977ft to 11,712 ft to 8,250ft
Distance: 5 km up 13 km down
Hiking Time: 10 – 12 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert Moorland and Montane forest.mount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
Your guide will wake you at 00:30 for tea and biscuits. You will then begin your summit attempt at 1:30am. (Mount Meru Hiking)
The trail starts off on a steep grade to Rhino Point (3800m) to Cobra Point (4350m). (Mount Meru Hiking) 4 Days Mount Meru Hiking /Climbing Tour
The last hour of the hike you will scamble on a rocky ridge between the crater and inner cliffs of Meru. (Tours) (Meru Climbing)
You will reach the summit of Meru (4565m) at sunrise with spectacular views of Mt. Meru Ash Tray and Mt. Kilimanjaro. (Tours) (Mount Meru Hiking/Climbing Tour Operators/Companies)
Enjoy your views then descend to Saddle Hut for a short break. (Burigi) (Mount Meru Hiking/Climbing Tour Operators/Companies)mount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
You will then continue descending to Miriakamba Hut (2500m) for dinner and overnight. (Burigi) (Meru Climbing) 4 Days Mount Meru Hiking /Climbing Tour
Duration: 10-12 hours of hiking
Accommodation:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
overnight stay.
Meru - Miriakamba Humount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
Day 4: Miriakamba Hut - Momela gatemount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )
We take a short and fast descent way through open grassland and mixed forest, with a possibility of seeing wildlife before reaching Momella Gate in the late morning. The returning transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to pick you to your hotel in Arusha/Moshi.
After a long rest and breakfast, we will begin our final descent to Momella gate. (Meru Climbing)
We will hike through forest and meadows where it is likely to spot wildlife. (Burigi) (Mount Meru Hiking) 4 Days Mount Meru Hiking /Climbing Tour
At the base of Mt. Meru, (Tours) (Meru Climbing) (Mount Meru Hiking/Climbing Tour Operators/Companies)
you will be greeted by our driver who will take you back to Arusha. (Burigi) 4 Days Mount Meru Hiking /Climbing Tour
Duration: 2-3 hours of hikingmount-meru-four-days-hike.html (Mount Meru| mount-meru-one-day-hike-itinerary |Burigi Chato Safaris|Tours and Safaris Operators/Agencies/Companies )