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

Mount Meru - In the morning, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and, after a briefing about your upcoming trek, you’ll begin the scenic drive to Arusha National Park. Upon arrival at the gate, your guide will handle the registration forms and assemble the hiking team before you start your ascent of Mount Meru, accompanied by an armed park ranger. As you walk through the grasslands towards the acacia forest on the southern route, you might spot giraffes and buffaloes grazing lazily on the lush vegetation. After about two hours, you’ll reach Maio Falls, where you can stretch your legs and enjoy a picnic lunch. The journey then continues through the “fig tree arch,” an unusual tree formation created by the wild fig Ficus Thonningii. Another two hours of hiking will bring you to Miriakamba Hut, where afternoon tea and snacks await. You’ll spend the night at Miriakamba Hut.

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

Mount Meru Waterfall - After breakfast, you’ll continue on wooden steps along a steep track. The change in altitude brings a noticeable drop in temperature, making walking seem easier. The low-hanging clouds often shroud the rainforest in mist, creating a moody atmosphere in the lush vegetation. Your uphill trek will take you to “Mgongo wa Tembo” (elephant back) at a height of 3,200 m after approximately 2 hours, where you can take in the scenery and rest before heading onward to Saddle Hut (3,550 m). Along the way, you’ll see the vegetation change from rainforest to heather and moorland. After reaching Saddle Hut, you can opt to hike to Little Meru (3,820 m), a 1 to 1½ hour hike from which you’ll have a fantastic view over Arusha National Park and Kilimanjaro about 80 km away. A warm meal and an early night await you back at Saddle Hut, as your wake-up call will be just after midnight.

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

Mount Meru Waterfall - You’ll be awakened with a small snack and warm tea, after which you’ll start your final ascent. Headlamps will light your way as you follow the trail through bushland to Rhino Point (3,821 m). The path becomes more challenging, and occasional climbing will be required. Following the crater rim, you’ll walk on frozen volcanic ash and rocks before reaching the summit, Socialist Peak, in about 4 – 5 hours. Standing at the peak, you’ll enjoy the breathtaking view of the sun rising above Mt Kilimanjaro and have a fantastic view of Mt Meru’s crater with its steep sides and the “ash cone” in the middle. After taking a few deep breaths of fresh air, you’ll start your descent on the same route back to Saddle Hut (3,550 m), where you can recuperate with hot soup and tea. Once rested, you’ll continue the descent to Miriakamba Hut (2,500 m). Tired and happy, you’ll have your evening meal and doze off with the day’s views filling your thoughts.

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

Mount Meru Waterfall - After breakfast, you’ll start your final stretch on the so-called “northern route” back to Momella gate. On this 2 to 3-hour trek, you’ll once again have the chance to see giraffes, buffaloes, elephants, and black and white colobus monkeys. Upon arriving at the gate, you’ll bid farewell to your hiking crew and be taken back to Moshi.

• Round-trip transportation to the mountain gate
• Three fresh meals daily: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Expert team of mountain guides, cooks, and porters
• All-inclusive fees: park, camping, rescue, and 18% VAT

• Alcoholic and soft drinks
• Tips to mountain crew
• Items of a personal nature
• Laundry Services
• Flights