4-Day Mount Meru Trek
This 4-day Tanzania trek is built around Mount Meru and Mount Meru Waterfalls. The route is organised around walking days, mountain conditions and the time needed to move between trail sections.
The daily plan moves through Momella Gate (1,387m) to Miriakamba Hut (2,514m), Miriakamba Hut (2,514m) to Saddle Hut (3,570m), Saddle Hut (3,570m) → Socialist Peak (4,565m) → Miriakamba Hut (2,514m) and the remaining scheduled stops.
Transport, guiding and daily logistics follow the source itinerary. The final proposal should be checked against the selected travel dates, group size and accommodation level before booking.
Overnight stays use the lodge or camp level shown in the package details, with the exact properties confirmed in the accommodation section. Group size, meal arrangements and included services should be reviewed together because they affect the practical cost of the route. Listed inclusions include All Park entrances & taxes, All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),, soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day).
✨ Safari Highlights
📋 Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Distance: 10 km Hiking Time: ~6 hours Habitat: Grassland & Rainforest Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Arusha to Arusha National Park, passing through lush landscapes and wildlife-rich areas.
- Along the way, you may spot giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes before reaching Momella Gate.
- After completing park formalities, begin your trek accompanied by an armed ranger.
- The trail starts through open grassland and gradually enters dense rainforest.
- En route, stop at the beautiful Maio Falls for a picnic and continue through the iconic Fig Tree Arch.
- Arrive at Miriakamba Hut in the afternoon, where you can relax with tea and snacks as you enjoy the peaceful forest surroundings.
- Distance: 8 km Hiking Time: ~5 hours Habitat: Moorland & Heath After breakfast, continue your ascent along a steep trail lined with wooden steps.
- As you gain altitude, the air becomes cooler and the vegetation gradually changes.
- After about 2 hours, reach Mgongo wa Tembo (Elephant Back) at 3,200m-a scenic viewpoint ideal for a short rest.
- From here, the landscape transitions into moorland and heath.
- Arrive at Saddle Hut around midday for lunch and rest.
- You may take an optional acclimatization hike toward Little Meru before returning to camp.
- Prepare for an early night, as your summit attempt begins after midnight.
- Distance: 6 km ascent / 19 km descent Hiking Time: 10-12 hours
- Habitat: Heath, Alpine & Rainforest Wake up around midnight and begin your summit push under the stars.
- Using headlamps, follow the narrow ridge through bushland toward Rhino Point (3,821m) and Cobra Point-steep and exposed sections requiring careful footing. After 4-5 hours, reach Socialist Peak (4,565m) just in time for sunrise.
- Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Meru’s dramatic crater, and the ash cone below.
- Descend back to Saddle Hut for a short rest and refreshments before continuing down to Miriakamba Hut for your overnight stay.
- Hiking Time: ~4-6 hours Habitat: Rainforest & Grassland After breakfast, begin your final descent through lush forest back to Momella Gate.
- Early morning is a great time to spot wildlife as animals are more active.
- Upon arrival at the gate, your driver will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel in Arusha.
💰 Safari Pricing
| Start dates | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camping & Budget: | n/a* | $900 | $880 | $870 | $870 | $860 | Get Quote |
All prices per person. Group discounts available. Contact us for custom pricing.
📍 Destinations You'll Visit
✅ What's Included
- All Park entrances & taxes
- All Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner),
- soft drinks & water (bottled water 3litres or more a day)
- A professional mountain guide
- Mountain crew (cook & porters)
- All activities
- All transportation
- Flying Doctors insurance (AMREF) during the safari
❌ Not Included
- Tips for guides, Porters, driver & cook
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania Visa fees
📸 Safari Photo Gallery
🌟 Experience Type
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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