Mount Meru is located in Tanzania and is the fifth highest mountain in Africa. It is a great mountain to climb and offers spectacular scenery, including views of Mount Kilimanjaro. The mountain is unspoilt and less congested as compared to it's Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya counterparts.
A drive to the gate followed by park entry formalities. After securing our permit, you will be introduced to the crew and start our trek to Miriakamba. The trail is easy on this day. Tekking time : 3-4 hours Overnight : Miriakamba hut (2500m).
After breakfast, a steep trek to Saddle huts starts. Along the way you'll pass across a forest glades and giant heather through an elephant ridge. Optional summit to little Meru can be done in the afternoon. Tekking time : 3-4 hours Overnight : Saddle hut (3500m)
In the midnight hours an attemp to summit will start from Saddle. At early morning while reaching on the top, sunrise are seen astonishing over the peak of Kilimanjaro. After summit, descend back to the gate through Miriakamba and buffalo glade. Your transport will be available for pick up. Tekking time : 3-4 hours Summit: Saddle hut (4570m)
