4 DAYS MOUNT MERU

We drive from Arusha to Momela Gate. After a short registration at the gate, our walk begins with an armed ranger escorting us; along the way we may see wild animals including elephants, zebras, giraffe, monkeys, and antelope. Habitat: Montane Forest. Dinner and overnight at Miriakamba Hut.

The walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. The walk takes us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone. After a hot lunch at Saddle Hut, we make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820m) for superb views just before sunset. Habitat: Forest and Moorland. Dinner and overnight at Saddle Hut.

We start early, around 1:30am, climbing steeply to Rhino Point (3,800m) and on to Cobra Point (4,350m). We reach the summit (4,566m) in time for sunrise, with a chance to see Kilimanjaro’s peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb follows a spectacular narrow ridge line 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 Miriakamba Hut. Habitat: Alpine Desert, Moorland, and Montane Forest.

We take a short, fast descent through open grassland and mixed forest, with a chance of seeing wildlife, before reaching Momella Gate in the late morning. Your transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to take you to Arusha or Moshi for an overnight stay. Habitat: Montane Forest.