Tour Overview

Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Location: Mount Meru, inside Arusha National Park
Trek Level: Moderate
Maximum Elevation: Socialist Peak (4,566 m)

Mount Meru, standing as Tanzania’s second-highest mountain, is an incredible trekking destination that offers a quieter, more intimate adventure compared to Kilimanjaro. This 4-day journey takes you through lush rainforests, scenic moorlands, and volcanic landscapes, ending with a rewarding climb to the summit at Socialist Peak.

Along the way, trekkers are accompanied by an armed ranger for safety and an expert guide who leads the way through wildlife-rich habitats. Expect encounters with giraffes, antelopes, zebras, and buffaloes during the early stages of the trek. The final ascent to the peak unveils one of the most breathtaking sunrises in Africa with Kilimanjaro glowing on the horizon.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arusha – Momela Gate – Miriakamba Hut

• Morning pick-up from Arusha or Moshi and drive to Momela Gate

• Registration and meet the support team (guide, porters, ranger)

• Begin trekking through the forest, keeping an eye out for wildlife

• Dinner and overnight stay at Miriakamba Hut (2,514 m)

Hiking Distance: 10 km
Hiking Time: 4–6 hours
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Miriakamba Hut – Saddle Hut

• Trek continues with a steeper path moving out of the forest into moorland

• Panoramic views of the crater and volcanic ash cone

• Arrive at Saddle Hut (3,570 m) for lunch and rest

• Optional acclimatization walk up to Little Meru (3,820 m) in the evening

Hiking Distance: 8 km
Hiking Time: 3–5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Saddle Hut – Socialist Peak – Miriakamba Hut

• Summit attempt begins just after midnight

• Climb past Rhino Point (3,800 m) before reaching Socialist Peak (4,566 m) at sunrise

• Take in stunning views of Kilimanjaro and the Meru crater rim

• Return to Saddle Hut for a meal, then descend further to Miriakamba Hut

Hiking Distance: 5 km ascent / 13 km descent
Hiking Time: 10–14 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner