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Climb Mount Meru Tanzania 4 Day
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Trekking 4 Days / 3 Nights Classic

Climb Mount Meru Tanzania 4 Day

Arusha National Park · Mount Meru · Socialist Peak

A four-day hut trek to Tanzania’s second-highest peak with wildlife on the trail — excellent standalone or as a Kilimanjaro warm-up.

Duration 4 Days / 3 Nights
Tour type Adventure
Group size 3 – 15+ guests
Tour guide 1 – 3+ guides

Overview

Mount Meru combines Arusha National Park game trails, Meru Crater scenery, and a midnight summit of Socialist Peak. Nights are in park huts with guide and ranger support.

Destinations covered

  • Arusha National Park
  • Mount Meru
  • Socialist Peak

Highlights

  • Summit Mount Meru with Kilimanjaro views
  • Wildlife-rich trails (giraffe, buffalo, monkeys)
  • Meru Crater and volcanic landscapes
  • Hut accommodation on the mountain
  • Optional acclimatization hike to Little Meru

Best time to visit

June to October dry season; December to February for warmer clear views.

What’s included

  • Trailhead transport as arranged
  • Hut accommodation on the climb
  • Meals and drinking water on trek
  • Guide, porters, and cook
  • Arusha National Park and hut fees
  • Summit certificate

What’s excluded

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for mountain crew
  • Personal climbing gear (hire available)
  • Hotel nights in Moshi/Arusha before and after unless stated
  • Personal snacks and soft drinks

Pricing

Listed from-price: From $1,200. Final cost depends on group size, travel dates, and lodge style — enquire for a tailored quote.

Travel plan

  1. Day 1
    Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut

    Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut

    Drive to Momella Gate, trek montane forest with wildlife chances to Miriakamba Hut.

    Meals Lunch, Dinner Stay Miriakamba Hut
  2. Day 2
    Miriakamba to Saddle Hut

    Miriakamba to Saddle Hut

    Climb via Elephant Ridge with crater views to Saddle Hut; optional hike to Little Meru.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay Saddle Hut
  3. Day 3
    Summit Socialist Peak to Miriakamba

    Summit Socialist Peak to Miriakamba

    Midnight summit to Socialist Peak at sunrise, descend via Saddle to Miriakamba Hut.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Stay Miriakamba Hut
  4. Day 4
    Descend to Momella Gate

    Descend to Momella Gate

    Final descent to Momella Gate, certificate, transfer to Arusha.

    Meals Breakfast, Lunch Stay

Tour gallery

Moments from this journey — open any photo for a closer look.

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