Experience the adventure of a lifetime with our top best 3-Day Mount Meru Climb from Arusha in Tanzania. Nestled in Arusha National Park, Mount Meru offers stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Over three days, you’ll trek through lush forests, rocky terrains, and scenic ridges, reaching the summit for an unforgettable sunrise. This challenging yet rewarding climb provides a unique alternative to Kilimanjaro, perfect for adventure seekers.
3 Days Mount Meru Climb from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027) Tour Summary
Tour Features for 3 Days Mount Meru Climb from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
: No accommodation standard defined
Tour style
Private: This tour is arranged solely for you and will not be shared with others
Customizable Tour
Feel free to request minor Changes to suit your preferences
Suitable for all travelers
Best for the year : 2026, 2027, 2028, and +
Activities and Transportation: 3 Days Mount Meru Climb from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027)
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Activities: Nature hikes/walks,
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Getting around: Normal 4x4 vehicle (closed sides and roof),Walking (on walking safaris or multi-day hikes),
3 Days Mount Meru Climb from Arusha in Tanzania (2026 - 2027) Tour details
Arusha to Momella Gate – Hike to Miriakamba Huts
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Arusha to Momella Gate, where your trek officially starts. The trail takes you through open grasslands where you might spot cape buffalo, warthogs, and—if you're lucky—even giraffes or elephants. As you ascend steadily through the lush montane forest, you'll stop for lunch beneath the iconic "Fig Tree," a natural archway formed by the roots of a giant tree. Afterward, the trail becomes less dense, revealing a lively world of birds and playful monkeys, including the striking black-and-white colobus. By mid-afternoon, you’ll get your first breathtaking views of Mount Meru’s towering cliffs and the Ash Cone before reaching Miriakamba Huts. Here, you can relax in an open, grassy clearing and take in the stunning views stretching toward Kilimanjaro.
- Main Destination:
- Miriakamba Huts
- Accommodation:
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Miriakamba Huts
- Meals & Drinks:
Miriakamba Huts to Saddle Huts – Afternoon Hike to Little Meru
After breakfast, you’ll continue your ascent with a challenging yet rewarding hike to Saddle Huts. The trail is steep but passes through some of the most beautiful forested landscapes on the mountain. Halfway up, you’ll reach Elephant Back Ridge, a great spot to catch your breath and take in the views. As you climb higher, the scenery transitions into a unique moorland zone filled with giant heather and alpine plants. Upon arriving at Saddle Hut, you’ll enjoy lunch and a well-earned rest. In the afternoon, a short hike to the nearby summit of Little Meru (3,820m / 12,533ft) offers panoramic views and a great acclimatization opportunity. It’s a 1-hour ascent and a 30-minute descent—perfect for stretching your legs before the big summit push.
- Main Destination:
- Saddle Huts
- Accommodation:
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Saddle Huts
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Summit Mount Meru – Descend to Momella Gate – Return to Arusha
Summit day begins early—around midnight—as you set off under the starlit sky. The first challenge is a steep 1-hour climb to Rhino Point (3,800m / 12,467ft), followed by an exhilarating ridge walk past Cobra Point (4,350m / 14,272ft). The final push to Socialist Peak (4,566m / 14,980ft) is steep but incredibly rewarding, with jaw-dropping sunrise views over Kilimanjaro, the Ash Cone, and the surrounding landscapes. After soaking in the moment, you’ll descend back to Saddle Huts for a well-deserved brunch and a short rest before continuing down to Miriakamba Huts. By the afternoon, you’ll arrive back at Momella Gate, where your driver will be waiting to transfer you back to Arusha.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Park Entrance fees
- Hut Fees
- Rescue Fees
- Ranger Fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
- Mountain Crew Fees incl. Porters, Chef, & Waiter
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
- Oximeter
- Medical Kit
- Crisis management and safety procedures
- Fair and ethical treatment of porters
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
What's Not Included
- Hot Air Balloon(US$650)
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Tip / Gratitude(10)
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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