6 DAYS MT MERU TREKKING TANZANIA SAFARI

{DAY BY DAY TREKKING ITINERARY}

DAY 1: ARRIVE IN TANZANIA.

Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Explore Wildlife Africa will arrange a private transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Arusha Safari Lodge/all any other accommodation available at the time you sign up this safari, while the rest of the day is at leisure. We stay at the Arusha Safari Lodge, which is beautifully located on the slope of Mt. Meru and is a perfect place to prepare for your adventure.
We will gather in the hotel for a pre-climb briefing and an equipment check.
We will also confirm you have the appropriate mandatory medical coverage and travel insurance.
Dinner and overnight at Arusha Safari Lodge: Bed, dinner, and Breakfast-included.

DAY 2: MERIAKAMBA HUT (FULL BOARD)

We drive from Arusha to Momela Gate. After a short registration at the Gate, our walk will begin with full armed ranger escorting us, simply, we can see along the way the wild animals including elephants, zebras, and giraffes, monkeys, antelope, and often elephants along the route.
Dinner and overnight night at Miriakamba Hut.
Elevation (m): (1,387 m to (1,500 m)
Elevation(ft): 4,921 ft) to 3,000 ft )
Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.

DAY 3: SADDLE HUT (FULL BOARD)

The walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb.
The walk will take us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone.
After a hot lunch at Saddle Hut, we can make a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820m) for superb views just before sunset.
Dinner and overnight night at Saddle Hut
Elevation (m): 2,514 m to 3,570 m
Elevation (ft): 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Forest and Moorland.

DAY 4: SUMMIT DAY (FULL BOARD)

We start early at around 1:30 a.m. To climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and onto Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) on time for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridge line between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater.
We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Meriakamba Hut.
Elevation (m): 3,570 m to 4,565m to 2,514m
Elevation (ft): 14,977ft to 11,712 ft to 8,250ft
Distance: 5 km up 13 km down
Hiking Time: 10 – 12 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert Moorland and Montane forest.

DAY 5: MERIAKAMBA HUT TO MOMELLA GATE TO ARUSHA (FULL BOARD)

We take a short and fast descent way through open grassland and mixed forest, with the possibility of seeing wildlife before reaching the Momella Gate in the late morning.
The returning transfer will be waiting at the Momella gate to pick up you to Arusha at Safari Lodge.
Elevation (m): 2,514 m to 1,500 m to 1,387 m
Elevation (ft): 4,921 ft to 8,250 ft to 4,921ft
Distance: 10 km
Hiking time: 2-4 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest
Dinner and overnight at Arusha Safari Lodge: Bed, dinner, and Breakfast-included.

DAY 6: DEPART ARUSHA (NONE)
Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport, private departure transfer is included.