Your adventure begins with pickup from your hotel in Arusha.

Drive to Arusha National Park and continue to Momella Gate, where you will complete registration and park formalities.

Begin your trek through lush montane forest. The lower slopes of Mount Meru are home to a variety of wildlife, and an armed park ranger accompanies trekkers where required.

Continue through the forest toward Miriakamba Hut, your first overnight stop.

Trekking Time: Approximately 4–5 hours
Elevation: 1,500 m – 2,514 m
Overnight: Miriakamba Hut
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, begin your ascent toward Saddle Hut.

The trail climbs steadily through forest and open vegetation toward the higher slopes of Mount Meru. As you gain elevation, the scenery opens up and you can enjoy beautiful views across Arusha National Park.

Arrive at Saddle Hut and settle in.

If conditions permit, take a short acclimatization hike toward Little Meru, providing an excellent opportunity to adjust to the altitude.

Trekking Time: Approximately 3–5 hours
Elevation: 2,514 m – 3,570 m
Overnight: Saddle Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake up very early for your summit attempt.

After breakfast, begin the challenging ascent toward Socialist Peak at 4,566 m.

The trail follows the crater ridge through Rhino Point and Cobra Point, with spectacular views of Mount Meru's volcanic crater and surrounding landscapes.

Continue along the narrow ridge toward the summit. Reach Socialist Peak and celebrate your achievement.

On a clear day, you may also enjoy magnificent views toward Mount Kilimanjaro.

After spending time at the summit, descend to Saddle Hut for a short rest before continuing down to Miriakamba Hut.

Trekking Time: Approximately 10–12 hours
Elevation: 3,570 m – 4,566 m – 2,514 m
Overnight: Miriakamba Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, begin your final descent through the beautiful forest toward Momella Gate.

Enjoy the final views of Mount Meru and the surrounding landscapes of Arusha National Park.

At Momella Gate, complete the park exit procedures and meet your vehicle for the transfer back to Arusha.

Spend the afternoon relaxing at your hotel after your mountain adventure.

Trekking Time: Approximately 3–5 hours
Elevation: 2,514 m – 1,500 m
Overnight: Arusha Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and spend your final morning at leisure.

Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport or another agreed departure point.

Meals: Breakfast

End of the Mount Meru Trek.