3-Day Mount Meru Trek Itinerary

Mount Meru offers a scenic and less-crowded trekking alternative to Kilimanjaro. As Tanzania’s second-highest peak, this 3-day trek provides stunning views, rich wildlife, and a thrilling summit experience guided by experienced rangers.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut

Altitude: 1,500m to 2,514m
Distance: 10km
Time: 4–6 hours
Begin your trek through forest paths with chances to see giraffes, buffalos, and colobus monkeys. Overnight at Miriakamba Hut.

Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut

Altitude: 2,514m to 3,570m
Distance: 8km
Time: 3–5 hours
Climb through montane forest and open moorland. After lunch at Saddle Hut, take an acclimatization hike to Little Meru (3,820m).

Day 3: Summit to Socialist Peak & Descend to Momella Gate

Altitude: 3,570m to 4,566m, then down to 1,500m
Distance: 19km
Time: 10–12 hours
Start at 2:00 AM to reach the summit for sunrise. Enjoy views of Kilimanjaro and Ash Cone before descending via Miriakamba to the park gate.

Price

Price Includes

• All park fees and rescue fees
• Ranger and mountain guide services
• Porters and cook support
• Accommodation in mountain huts
• All meals while on the mountain
• Clean, purified drinking water
• Transfers to and from Arusha/Momella Gate
• Summit certificate

Price Excludes

• Flights & visas
• Travel insurance
• Tips for guides, porters, cook
• Personal hiking gear
• Accommodation before/after trek