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Bus, Minivan
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Mountain Huts
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4,566 metres
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Arusha
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Eco-Tour, Hiking
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All meals during the trek
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English, Spanish, French, Chinese
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Easy to Moderate
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2-15
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8
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80
Overview
Mount Meru is one of the major attractions of Arusha National Park. The full ascent requires at least three days. The route takes climbers through a series of natural environments with a variety of flora and fauna and an interesting mixture of nature and culture. Meru has one route to the top and can be attempted for three days but we highly recommend doing four days for acclimatization. Most alpines use Meru for acclimatization before the Kilimanjaro climb.
Highlights
- Mount Meru, Tanzania’s second-highest peak (4,566m), is a spectacular but often overlooked trekking adventure located inside Arusha National Park.
- The climb offers a diverse journey through multiple ecological zones, from lush rainforests teeming with wildlife to moorlands and dramatic alpine deserts.
- Along the route, you’ll encounter giraffes, buffaloes, colobus monkeys, and various bird species, making it both a hiking and wildlife experience.
- There’s only one official route to the summit (the Momella Route), and it can be completed in 3 days, but a 4-day itinerary is strongly recommended for better acclimatization and a higher summit success rate.
- Mount Meru is also an excellent acclimatization climb before attempting Mount Kilimanjaro, offering high-altitude training without the crowds.
- The final summit push begins around midnight, allowing you to reach the peak at sunrise and enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.
