Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Preparation
Arrive in Arusha, Tanzania, the gateway to Mount Meru.
Meet with your trekking guide and porters for a briefing.
Finalize any necessary arrangements and gear check.
Overnight in Arusha to rest and prepare for the trek.
Day 2: Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut
Depart from Arusha early in the morning.
Drive to Momella Gate, the starting point of the trek.
Complete registration and meet your guide and porters.
Begin the trek through the montane forest, observing the rich flora and fauna.
Arrive at Miriakamba Hut (approximately 2,514 meters) for overnight stay.
Day 3: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
Enjoy breakfast at Miriakamba Hut.
Continue the trek through heather and moorland vegetation zones.
Take in panoramic views of the Meru crater and Ash Cone.
Reach Saddle Hut (approximately 3,570 meters) for overnight stay.
Day 4: Acclimatization Day
Spend the day at Saddle Hut for acclimatization.
Optional hike to Little Meru for acclimatization and additional views.
Rest, hydrate, and prepare for the summit push.
Overnight at Saddle Hut.
Day 5: Summit Day - Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak and Descent
Wake up before dawn for the summit push.
Ascend steadily through rocky terrain and scree slopes.
Reach Rhino Point and witness the sunrise over Mount Kilimanjaro.
Continue along the narrow ridge to Socialist Peak, the summit of Mount Meru (4,566 meters).
Take in the breathtaking views from the summit before descending.
Return to Saddle Hut for a rest and lunch.
Descend back to Momella Gate, where you'll complete exit formalities.
Transfer back to Arusha to conclude the trekking adventure.
