5 Day Mount Meru Climb
Tour Highlights:
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Destination :
Northern tanzania -
Customized as :
- Trek
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Duration
Day: 5Night: 4 -
You Visit:
- Arusha National Park
Iternerary:
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha
We will arrange for a driver to transport you from the airport to your hotel. Orientation regarding your trek will take place at the hotel. Your guides will provide information about the trek and perform a comprehensive inspection of your gear. They will also clarify any further questions.
Day 2: Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut
Early in the morning we drive from Arusha to Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. After registration at the gate we start our trekking. An armed ranger joins us on our trekking to the top of Mount Meru since there is a lot of wildlife, especially on the slower slopes. You can spot zebras, monkeys, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes and many more along the way. As we continue our trekking we pass the Ngarenanyuki River and a wonderful waterfall at the foot of Mount Meru. Upon arrival at Miriakamba Hut, our chef prepares a hot dinner and washing water. Enjoy the beautiful sunset and overnight.
- Distance; 1400m / 2500m
Day 3: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle hut
After breakfast, we start climbing up the steep trail to the saddle. There is a big chance to see various wildlife along the way. Enjoy the great views of the Meru Crater and the spectacular Ash Cone in the middle. After lunch at the Saddle Hut we can make a short climb of one hour to the peak of Little Mount Meru (3820m/12,532ft) to further acclimate. At the peak the views of the summit and the cliffs of the crater’s wall are imposing. In the evening we go early to bed after dinner, to be well rested for the midnight climb to the top.
- Distance; 2500m / 3500m
Day 4: Saddle hut to summit to Saddle hut
Rise up in the middle of the night to climb a steep trail to Rhino Point (3800m) and on to Cobra Point (4350m). The final hour of the climb is along a rocky ridge between de inner cliffs and outside wall of the crater. We reach the summit before sunrise, to witness the spectacular Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. After a short break we return to Saddle Hut to eat and relax the rest of the day. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Saddle Hut.
- Distance; 3500m / 4566m to 3500m
Day 5: Saddle Hut to Momella Gate to Arusha
Today we trek down to the crater floor on to Momella Gate, via Miriakamba Hut. Your driver will be waiting to take you back to Arusha/Moshi.
- Distance; 3500m / 1400m
Other Extra paying Activities:
Food is served according to the Safari schedule:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Drinks are served according to the Safari schedule:
- Juice
Cuisine is served with special dishes:
- Gluten-Free
- Fruitarian
- Hallal
- Lactose-Free
Include
- Parking fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodations mentioned (unless labeled as optional upgrades)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer.
- Meals ( as specified in the day by day section).
- Drinks ( as specified in the day by day section).
Exclude:
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
- International Flights ( from/ to home).
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour.
- Tips ( Tipping) guideline USD 15.OO pp per day
- Personal items ( souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc).
