Mountain Meru Trekking Trip
Day 1: to Miriakamba hut
Our safari driver will pick you up from your choice hotel in Arusha and drive you to Arusha National Park, Momella Gate – about 1.5 hours drive. After completion of administrative formalities and meeting with the guide, porters and ranger, you will begin the 4 to 5 hour trek to Miriakamba Hut, through the crater floor. This gentle uphill trek takes you through thick woodland, past the giant fig tree arch up to the Itikoni clearing where you will most likely find buffalo grazing. Cross a large stream just above the Maio waterfalls, and take a steep path up the crater rim wall to Miriakamba. You may encounter elephant along the way; therefore an armed ranger will escort you with every step. Have dinner then retire for the night at Miriakamba Hut.
Day 2: to saddle hut
After breakfast leave for Miriakamba Hut through a mix of trees and pleasant glades up to Mgongo wa Tembo (elephant ridge). Enjoy a clear view of Meru crater and the cliffs below the summit. A pass between the slopes of Meru and the peak of Little Meru will lead you to Saddle Hut. This will take you 2-3 hours. There is an optional 1 to 1.5 hour round trip hike to the summit of Little Meru, from the Saddle Hut.
Day 3: to the summit
Rise as early as 1:00am and after half an hour begin hiking. Ascend for 4-5 hours along a narrow ridge. Continue through sheer cliffs and the sloping outer wall will see you to the summit. The walk is challenging and strenuous. Marvel at the breathtaking view of sunrise over Kilimanjaro. Descend to Saddle Hut for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: to Momella gate
Have breakfast after which you will continue your descent down the ridge to Miriakamba. Proceed through open mountain meadows and wooded streams directly to the Momella Gate. You will be met by your driver who will transfer you to your hotel in Arusha for some rest. The total trekking time this day is from 10 to 13 hours. Transfer to your hotel in Arusha.
End of the Mountain Meru Trekking Trip
