Conquer the great Mount Meru: Experience Breathtaking Summit Sunrises and Thriving Flamingo Shores Without the Crowds, Even If You’re New to Volcanic Adventures!
A thrilling hiking adventure in the pristine wild
Magnetized by Mt Kilimanjaro, the hikers often overlook Mt Meru, the
second highest peak of Tanzania and the third in Africa at 4,568m.
Towering over Arusha National Park, Mount Meru offers both an excellent
warm-up exercise for Kilimanjaro, in addition to being a stunning
trekking experience in the wild by its own.
Mount Meru trekking is a real adventure. The slopes of this dormant (yet
active - the last eruption was in 1910) volcano offer fascinating
panoramic vistas and bustling wildlife around it. This volcano was
“born” around 500,000 years ago, and it's very first eruption virtually
exploded its eastern side, creating its well-known, peculiar appearance.
In addition to that, Mt Meru has one of the deepest craters - over 1,500
meters!
If you opt for pickup at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your Buffalo Grass Safaris Adventures & Safaris driver will warmly welcome you upon arrival. Sit back and enjoy a comfortable ride to your hotel in Arusha, Tanzania’s renowned ‘safari capital.’ Along the way, you’ll catch a glimpse of this vibrant and bustling city. Depending on your arrival time, your pre-hiking briefing will either be conducted today or early tomorrow morning, ensuring you’re prepared for your adventure.
Early in the Morning, you’ll be picked up from the hotel and drive to Momela Gate. After a short registration at the Gate our walk will begin with full armed ranger escorting us, on the way we can observe wild animals including elephants, zebras, and giraffe , monkeys, antelope, and often elephants along the route. Dinner and overnight night at Miriakamba Hut. There you may rest or explore the surroundings.
Change in Elevation: Momela Gate (1,387 m, 4,921ft) – Miriakamba Hut (2,514 m, 3,000ft)
The walk from Miriakamba Hut to the saddle below Little Meru is a short day but a steep climb. The walk will take us slowly along the ridge for a spectacular view of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone. Upon reaching the Saddle Hut Camp, those who are willing and energetic enough may reach the Little Meru Peak, further boosting your acclimatization transition.
Our team will serve hot lunch and dinner at Saddle Hut.
Change in Elevation: Miriakamba Hut (2,514 m, 8,250ft) – Saddle Hut (3,570 m, 11,712ft)
We start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and on to Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) on time for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridge line between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater. We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Miriakamba Hut.
Change in Elevation: Saddle Hut (3,570 m, 11,712ft) to Socialist Peak (4,565m, 14,977ft) then Momella Gate (1,387 m, 4,921ft)
We take a short and fast descent way through open grassland and mixed forest, with possibility of seeing wildlife before reaching Momella Gate in the late morning. The returning transfer will be waiting at Momella Gate to pick you and drive back to Arusha.
Change in Elevation: Miriakamba Hut (2,514 m) to Momela Gate (1,387 m)
Upon Booking a tour with Buffalo Grass Safaris Expert and Once booking is done. A 30% deposit is requires in order to do initial payment to accommodation, transportation and other suppliers to secure the booking. The remaining balance is due no later than six (6) weeks before the start of the trip. For bookings made within six weeks of departure, full payment is required upon confirmation. All payments should cover the agreed safari price. Any applicable bank charges or payment processing fees will be communicated to the client before payment. Payment instructions will be provided during the booking process. Our team will be available to assist with any questions regarding payment arrangements.
If you need to cancel your safari, please notify Buffalo Grass Safaris Expert Limited in writing by email or official message. Cancellation charges are calculated per person according to the date we receive your written cancellation notice. The following cancellation policy applies:
| Days Before Departure | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| 61 days or more | Loss of deposit |
| 60–45 days | 25% of the total safari cost |
| 44–29 days | 60% of the total safari cost |
| 28–7 days | 90% of the total safari cost |
| Less than 7 days | 100% of the total safari cost |
These charges reflect the costs and commitments associated with securing safari services, including accommodation, park arrangements, and other supplier bookings. Where a refund is applicable, it will be processed to the original payment method within a reasonable period. Any applicable bank or payment processing charges will be communicated to the client. If you need to change your travel dates or make adjustments to your itinerary instead of cancelling, please contact us. We will do our best to accommodate your request, subject to availability and any additional costs.
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