Transfer to your comfortable accommodation in Arusha.
Take time to relax and prepare for your exciting safari ahead.
Enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Arusha.
Day 2 Arusha National Park - Miriakamba Hut (2500m)
Your second day begins with breakfast at your Arusha hotel.
After your meal, you'll be picked up and driven to the Momella gate within Arusha National Park.
Here, our skilled porters will organize and pack your hiking gear while you and your guide complete the registration process with the Tanzania National Park authorities.
Your hike starts within Arusha National Park, offering you the chance to spot giraffes, zebras, antelopes, buffalo, and even elephants near the trail.
For your safety, an armed ranger from the National Park will accompany your group during this hike.
As you trek, you'll cross the Ngarenanyuki River and pass by a picturesque waterfall situated at the base of Mount Meru.
Have packed picnic lunch during hike.
Eventually, you'll reach Miriakamba Hut (elevation: 2,500 meters), where your chef will prepare a satisfying hot dinner and provide washing water.
Enjoy sunset views from your campsite and settle in for the night.
Day 3 Miriakamba Hut (2500m) to Saddle Hut (3500m)
Start your day with breakfast at Miriakamba Hut.
Begin the hike to Saddle Hut, which usually takes 3 to 5 hours.
Keep an eye out for wildlife along the way.
Have packed picnic lunch during hike.
The trail provides views of Mount Meru Crater and the Ash Tray.
Upon arrival at Saddle Hut (3,500 meters), you can choose to do an extra hike up Little Mount Meru (3,820 meters).
Dinner is served early to ensure a good night's rest before the summit attempt.
Get some sleep as you'll be waking up early.
Day 4 Summit Day
Your guide will wake you around midnight with tea and biscuits.
The summit attempt begins at 1:30 AM.
The trail initially ascends steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 meters) and then to Cobra Point (4,350 meters).
The final hour of the hike involves scrambling on a rocky ridge between the crater and inner cliffs of Mount Meru.
Reach the summit of Mount Meru (4,565 meters) at sunrise, where you'll be treated to breathtaking views of Mount Meru Ash Tray and Mount Kilimanjaro.
Have packed picnic lunch during hike.
Take in the panoramic scenery before descending to Saddle Hut for a brief rest.
Continue your descent to Miriakamba Hut (2,500 meters) for dinner and overnight rest.
Day 5 Descent and Return
Final descent to Momella gate after rest and breakfast.
Hike through forest and meadows with wildlife sightings.
Greeted by our driver at the base of Mt. Meru.
Transfer back to Arusha at your preferred location.
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Mamta • 3 months ago
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We got to see the Big5 within 3 days of our itenary and more on the next days. Janet was very thorough with our itenary and helped us throughout and Bonnie knew all the best spots on all of our game drives. We didn't feel rushed throughout our tour, because it is designed very well to accomodate enough rest. 10/10 recommend
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