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Mount Meru Trek
Volcanic Adventure: 4-Day Mount Meru Trek
- Dream Trails Expeditions
- 4 Day Trek
- Trekking Adventure
From - $900
Route Overview
Mount Meru, Tanzania's second-highest peak at 4,562m (14,967ft), is a stunning volcanic trek in Arusha National Park. This 4-day adventure takes you through lush rainforests, montane meadows, and dramatic volcanic landscapes, offering panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Great Rift Valley. Accompanied by an armed ranger due to wildlife, it's an ideal acclimatization climb for Kilimanjaro aspirants or a standalone adventure.
- Total Distance: 46 km (28 miles) round trip
- Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
- Starting Point: Momella Gate (1,500m / 4,921ft)
- Highest Point: Socialist Peak (4,562m / 14,967ft)
- Ending Point: Momella Gate
- Accommodation: Mountain huts (Miriakamba, Saddle)
- Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
🌿 Rainforest Trek
- Elevation: 1,500m to 2,514m | Habitat: Rainforest
- Spot colobus monkeys, waterfalls
🏞️ Alpine Meadows
- Elevation: 2,514m to 3,570m | Habitat: Moorland
- Open vistas, Little Meru side trek
🌄 Summit Sunrise
- Elevation: 4,562m / 14,967ft | Habitat: Alpine Desert
- Views of Kilimanjaro, Ash Cone
🦒 Wildlife Encounters
- Buffaloes, giraffes, warthogs with ranger escort
- Birdwatching in diverse habitats
🌋 Volcanic Crater
- Walk along dramatic crater rim
- Explore Ash Cone, volcanic features
💪 Physical Preparation
- Cardio: Running, cycling for endurance
- Strength: Leg exercises for steep ascents
- Hiking: Train with weighted backpack
🎒 Essential Packing List
Clothing
- Moisture-wicking base layers
- Fleece or down jacket
- Waterproof jacket and pants
- Hiking boots with ankle support
- Warm hat, gloves, headlamp
Equipment
- Sleeping bag rated for -10°C (14°F)
- 25-35L daypack
- Trekking poles for stability
- 3L water capacity
- Sunscreen, lip balm, first aid kit
🚗 Transportation
- Private transfer from Arusha to Momella Gate
- Hotel pickup included
🎫 Permits & Fees
- Park Fees: $75/day (entry, camping)
- Mandatory Guide: $20/day
- Porter Fees: $15/day (optional)
💉 Health Requirements
- Yellow fever vaccination (certificate required)
- Malaria prophylaxis recommended
- Altitude sickness medication (consult doctor)
🏞️ Dry Seasons (Best Conditions)
- June–October: Cool, clear, ideal for trekking
- January–February: Warm, dry, less crowded
🌧️ Wet Seasons (Challenging Conditions)
- March–May: Heavy rains, slippery trails (avoid)
- November–December: Light rains, manageable
✔️ What's Included
- Private transport (Arusha to Momella Gate & back)
- All park fees and permits
- Guide, ranger, and porter services
- Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and water
- Hut accommodation
- First aid kit
❌ What's Excluded
- Personal trekking gear (rentable)
- Sleeping bags, trekking poles (rentable)
- Snacks, additional drinks
- Tips for guides and porters
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Visa and vaccination costs
- Safari Add-On: Extend with Serengeti or Ngorongoro
- Cultural Tour: Visit local villages
- Extra Day: Add acclimatization day
🌟 Our Advantages
- Expert Guides: Certified, knowledgeable staff
- Safety: Armed ranger, first aid protocols
- Eco-Friendly: Sustainable trekking practices
- Acclimatization: Perfect Kilimanjaro preparation
- 24/7 Support: From booking to completion
📩 Book at www.dreamtrailsexpeditions.com or contact us!
4-Day Mount Meru Trek Itinerary
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Day 1: Arusha to Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut
Arusha → Momella Gate → Miriakamba Hut
- Elevation: 1,500m to 2,514m | Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
- Hiking Time: 4-6 hours | Habitat: Rainforest
- 08:00 AM: Depart Arusha, drive to Momella Gate (1 hour)
- Start trek with armed ranger through lush rainforest
- Spot wildlife (colobus monkeys, buffaloes), pass waterfalls
- Arrive at Miriakamba Hut, dinner, and rest
Overnight: Miriakamba Hut (full board)
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Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
Miriakamba Hut → Saddle Hut
- Elevation: 2,514m to 3,570m | Distance: 8 km / 5 miles
- Hiking Time: 3-5 hours | Habitat: Montane Forest, Moorland
- 08:00 AM: Breakfast, begin steeper ascent
- Transition from forest to open moorland
- Optional 1-hour side trek to Little Meru (3,820m) for acclimatization
- Arrive at Saddle Hut, early dinner, rest
Overnight: Saddle Hut (full board)
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Day 3: Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak to Miriakamba Hut
Saddle Hut → Socialist Peak → Miriakamba Hut
- Elevation: 3,570m to 4,562m to 2,514m | Distance: 20 km / 12.4 miles
- Hiking Time: 10-12 hours | Habitat: Alpine Desert
- 01:00 AM: Start summit push via Rhino Point (3,800m)
- Reach Socialist Peak for sunrise, views of Kilimanjaro, Ash Cone
- Descend to Saddle Hut for breakfast, continue to Miriakamba Hut
- Dinner and rest at Miriakamba Hut
Overnight: Miriakamba Hut (full board)
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Day 4: Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate to Arusha
Miriakamba Hut → Momella Gate → Arusha
- Elevation: 2,514m to 1,500m | Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
- Hiking Time: 2-4 hours | Habitat: Rainforest
- 08:00 AM: Breakfast, begin gentle descent
- Trek through forest, chance for more wildlife sightings
- Reach Momella Gate, transfer back to Arusha (1 hour)
- Arrive in Arusha by early afternoon
End of Tour: Return to Arusha
