4 Days Mt Meru climb- Africa Natural Tours ( africanaturaltours.com )
4 Days Mt Meru climb : Africa
Natural Tours
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At a glance
Day 1:
Arrive in Moshi
Day 2:
Moshi – Meriakamba Hut (Full board)
Day 3:
Meriakamba Hut – Saddle Hut (Full board)
Day 4:
Saddle Hut – Summit Day – Back to Moshi
Day 5:
Meriakamba Hut – Back to Moshi town
Mount Meru
Climb is the
best for acclimatization prior to Mount Kilimanjaro climbing; The Mountain is
the third highest peak in Africa and is the second highest mountain in Tanzania
at 4,568m.
The
mountain is located within Arusha National Park, Tanzania’s gem. This prime
location gives trekkers the chance to spot some of wildlife that inhabits the
area.
The ascent is quite steep, the route to the summit passes over streams,
through parkland, montane forest, a giant heather zone and moorland. The summit
is reached by a narrow, barren ridge, which provides stunning views of the Ash
Cone lying several thousand feet below in the crater.
Tour Overview
Day 1: Arrive in Moshi
Moshi
Arrive anytime at Kilimanjaro
International Airport (JRO). We will arrange a private transfer from
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Moshi at your arranged hotel, where
you will meet your guide for pre-climb briefing and an equipment check.
Day 2: Moshi - Meriakamba Hut (Full
board)
Meriakamba
Hut
We
drive from Moshi 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 giraffe , monkeys,
antelope, and often elephants along the route. Dinner and overnight night at
Miriakamba Hut.
Elevation 1,387 m to 1,500 m, Distance: 10 km, Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.
Elevation 1,387 m to 1,500 m, Distance: 10 km, Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
Habitat: Montane Forest.
Day
3: Meriakamba Hut - Saddle Hut (Full board)
Saddle
Hut
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 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.
Elevation 2,514 m to 3,570 m, Distance: 8 km, Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Forest and Moorland
The walk will take us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone.
After 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.
Elevation 2,514 m to 3,570 m, Distance: 8 km, Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
Habitat: Forest and Moorland
Day
4: Saddle Hut - Summit Day – Back to Moshi
Saddle
Hut
We
start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and
on to 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 return back and after some
brunch at Saddle Hut, we continue down to Miriakamba hut for dinner.
Elevation 3,570 m to 4,565m, Distance: 5 km up 10 km down, Hiking Time: 12 – 14 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert Moorland and Montane forest.
Elevation 3,570 m to 4,565m, Distance: 5 km up 10 km down, Hiking Time: 12 – 14 hours
Habitat: Alpine Desert Moorland and Montane forest.
Day
5: Depart Moshi
Moshi
After
breakfast we undergo the final section takes up to 3 hours to return to Momella
gate where our vehicles will be waiting for pick up. It is allowed to have a
short game drive in the park with your crew before returning to Moshi for
overnight.
Included
- Park fees, camping fees & rescue fees
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- 3 Season mountain tents
- Double layered Sleeping Mats
- Transportation to & from the mountain gate
- Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
- 3 meals daily while on the mountain
- Filtered water throughout the trek
- Pre & Post Trek accommodation at the Parkview Inn
- Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
- 2- way private airport transfers
Day
5: Depart Moshi
Moshi
After
breakfast we undergo the final section takes up to 3 hours to return to Momella
gate where our vehicles will be waiting for pick up. It is allowed to have a
short game drive in the park with your crew before returning to Moshi for
overnight.
Included
- Park fees, camping fees & rescue fees
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- 3 Season mountain tents
- Double layered Sleeping Mats
- Transportation to & from the mountain gate
- Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
- 3 meals daily while on the mountain
- Filtered water throughout the trek
- Pre & Post Trek accommodation at the Parkview Inn
- Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
- 2- way private airport transfers
Not Included
- Flights
- Tips to mountain crew
- Items of a personal nature
- Laundry Services
- A doctor for the group
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