Mount Meru
Tour Itinerary
Welcome to the Land of Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti, and Zanzibar – Tanzania.
We will pick you up at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet and assist from your Hope Expedition Safari guide who will be with you on your safari.
Depending on your arrival time, you will be welcomed with a cup of coffee, tea and hot chocolate served with some delicious snacks and a glass of champagne at your disposal.
Our guide will help you with luggage in your comfortable safari vehicle and safely start to drive for 1 hour to your hotel in Arusha town.
You will be assisted to check-in at your hotel, and if possible followed with a short safari briefing or it can be done tomorrow early morning.
The Accommodation – Moivaro Arusha Lodge
Moivaro Lodge is situated right in the heart of beautiful, natural scenery and yet is only 7 km from the town of Arusha: an ideal spot to enjoy the impressive flora and fauna of East Africa.
At the Lodge you will be ensured that you are looked after in a unique, friendly, and peaceful manner, helping you to prepare for your safaris and cosseting you on your return in the evening.
The spacious thatched brick cottages are set in a lovely tropical garden, with private verandas ensuring every visitor all the privacy needed. Relax and enjoy the beautiful views of Mount Meru from the comfortable veranda, go for a stroll around the Moivaro property, or laze at the pool nestling amid tropical trees and coffee plants.
Meal plan
Hot served dinner will be provided at Moivaro Arusha Lodge
1,387M – 1,500M over 10km , 4Hrs
Transfer from your hotel to Arusha National Park, pay the necessary fees, and then drive to the Momella Gate to begin your trek. You’ll be accompanied by an armed ranger as you see buffalo, warthogs, and elephants. The ascent continues through sub-montane forest, passing a massive Strangler Fig tree that cars can drive through! You continue through the less dense montane forest after lunch. Views of Meru, towering cliffs, and Ash Cone are spectacular. The Miriakamba Huts are located in a pleasant glade where you will be able to enjoy the spectacular views of the plains between Meru and Kilimanjaro.
2.514 m to 3,570 m over 8km
The crater rim is a steep climb from the Miriakamba Huts. Then you take a steep path through the montane forest to reach the giant Ericas in the Moorland zone, which is located around the saddle between Little Meru and Meru. When you arrive at the Saddle Huts, lunch will be ready. Your afternoon is free to relax and take in the scenery, but energetic hikers can make the short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820 m/) for stunning views just before sunset.
3,570 m to 4,565m to 2,514m 5km up 13km down
Begin climbing at 2 a.m. and arrive at Rhino Point (3,800m) after an hour. Then you descend slightly before continuing along an ash and rock ridge to Cobra Point (4,350 m) around sunrise. Hike for another hour on a steep path to reach Meru’s summit. After brunch and a well-deserved rest, continue your descent to the Miriakamba Huts, where you will spend the night.
2,514 m to 1,387m over 10km
Descend using a slightly different path. This trail has great views of the crater and plenty of wildlife. Drive back to the hotel in the afternoon.
