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Mount Meru Climbing 4 Days
Mount Meru, Arusha Tanzania
Mount Meru Climbing 4 Days
Mount Meru, Arusha Tanzania
Price
$1200.00
Trip Overview
Itinerary
FAQs
Other Tour Details
Trip Overview
Overview
Mount Meru is the second-highest mountain in Tanzania at a height of 4,565 meters (14,977 ft) and is the eighth-highest mountain in Africa. It is the topographic centrepiece of Arusha National Park. Its fertile slopes rise above the surrounding savanna and support a forest that hosts diverse wildlife, including nearly 400 species of birds, and also colobus monkeys, buffalos, and giraffes.
Tour Highlights
- Departure and Return Place: Moshi Town to Lemosho Gate and then back to Kilimanjaro International Airport (Google Map)
- Departure Time: Please be ready by 8:15 AM for a prompt departure at 9:30 AM.
- Return Time: Approximately 10:30 AM on the last day.
- Dress Code: Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat, cold weather jacket, gloves, pants, and spare clothing.
- Accommodation: Two nights of accommodations based on Bed and Breakfast at 3 stars hotel (upgrades on request).
- Customizations: Can be customized upon request, to meet traveler’s needs
- Extensions: Trip Extensions are available on request.
- Trip Availability: All year round.
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Includes/Excludes
- Transport to/from Arusha National Park
- Overnight stays in mountain huts
- Professional, experienced, mountain guides
- All Park fees
- Rescue fees
- All meals while on the Mountain
- Guides, Porters, cook salaries and park fees
- Large portions of fresh, healthy nutritious food
- Clean, purified drinking water
- Crisis management and safety procedures
- Fair and ethical treatment of porters
- Airport transfers (Can be arranged upon request at extra cost )
- Accommodation in Arusha or Moshi (Can be arranged upon request at extra cost )
- Tanzania Visa
- Gratuity
- Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
- Meals not listed above
- Optional Tours (short safari after your climb etc)
Itinerary
Arrival in Tanzania
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be collected by one of our staff at Kilimanjaro airport for transfer to your hotel as per the programme booked. after some rest at the hotel, your head guide will meet you for your briefing, and gear check and arrange for you to hire any equipment you may need.
Day 1 : Arusha – Meriakamba Hut (Full board)
Before beginning our trek, we depart Moshi for Momella Gate in Arusha National Park for the necessary formalities. The hiking trail starts in open grassland with an armed ranger as the possibility of seeing wildlife – giraffes, zebras, antelope, elephants and buffalo – is high. We’ll continue with our climb through the rainforest until we reach the Miriakamba Huts which are situated in a grassy forest glade
Day 2 : Saddle Hut (Full board)
We continue climbing through the rainforest until we enter the heath zone accompanied by giant heather and other moorland vegetation. We have views of Mount Meru Crater and the Ash Tray along the ridge of the saddle. After you’ve made it to the Saddle Hut, you have the option to hike to the top of Little Mount Meru which offers a superb view from the top and also helps your body better acclimatize itself.
- Miriakamba Huts to Saddle Huts
- Elevation: 8,250 ft to 11,712 ft
- Distance: 8 km
- Hiking Time: 3-5 hours
- Habitat: Heath
Day 3 : Summit Day (Full board)
Very early in the morning (around midnight), we begin our climb to the summit. The trail is steep to Rhino Point and then Cobra Point. The path continues along the ridge of ash and rock to the summit – Socialist Peak. From here, magnificent views of the Kilimanjaro are on offer and you’ll also be able to witness the sunrise before returning to Miriakamba Hut. Saddle Huts to Summit
- Elevation: 11,712 ft to 14,977 ft
- Distance: 5 km
- Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
- Habitat: Alpine Desert
Summit to Miriakamba Huts
- Elevation: 14,977 ft to 8,250 ft
- Distance: 13 km
- Hiking Time: 4-6 hours
- Habitat: Heath
Day 4 : Momella Gate
On our last day, we descend quickly through the tropical rainforest to Momella Gate. At the base of the mountain, Youth Adventures vehicle will meet us and drive us back to the hotel in Moshi. Miriakamba Huts to Momella Gate
- Elevation: 11,712 ft to 4,921 ft
- Distance: 10 km
- Hiking Time: 2-4 hours
- Habitat: Rain Forest
FAQs
How many trekkers are in each group?
Our trek sizes are intentionally small, with a maximum of 12 climbers (average of 6-8) on any of our climbs. This allows us to offer a personalized trekking experience and ensures appropriate attention for each trekker.
However, we also offer private treks that cater to any size family group and can be arranged to suit your specific needs. In addition, our private commercial groups cater to any size group and are tailored to meet the specific needs and client numbers of the organization.
What if I am slow?
We never rush our trek, instead, we like to take in the views and enjoy the experience. Some trekkers may be slower than others, but with our client-to-guide ratio, we are able to support everyone along the way.
Our mantra, “pole pole” (Swahili for “slowly slowly”), reminds us to take our time and ensure that all of our trekkers have the opportunity to enjoy the experience fully.
How far in advance should I make a booking?
We recommend booking as soon as you know you can travel, and have decided on which tour you would like to go on. Some of our tours can be quite popular so it’s best to secure your spot as soon as possible.
Are there discounts for groups?
We can offer a discount for more than 2 people, please enquire at the time of booking.
How many hours will I trek each day?
On most routes, you’ll trek 4-7 hours most days. On certain routes you’ll trek as many as 10-15 hours on the longest days.
Will I see wildlife?
Prior to the climb, you’ll enjoy an acclimatization day with wildlife viewing and nature walks. Trekking through the rain forest, you’re likely to spot black-and-white Colobus monkeys, tropical birds and more.
What kind of food will I eat?
Highly-trained chefs prepare three hot nutritious meals daily, as well as trail snacks and afternoon tea each day.
You’ll eat all your meals in a solar-lit dining tent with your fellow trekkers and head guide.
Delicious vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other specialty meals can be provided (with advance request). We’re happy to send you a sample menu—just ask!
How long are the treks?
The treks vary from six to eight days. The exact length of each trek is written on the Trekking dates and prices page. You can, of course, ask for treks that are longer than eight days and we can arrange this for you – though we don’t book treks for less than 6 days as we feel this is too short to allow you to acclimatize properly.
Who is leading the trek?
The treks will be led by a local guide whom we have hand-picked because of their knowledge, expertise and experience on the mountain. We have an advantage here: because of the many years we have been working on the mountain and the number of times we have climbed it, so we are able to employ only those guides who meet our very stringent criteria. We employ only those who demonstrate excellent knowledge of the mountain, first-rate safety records, brilliant leadership skills and routinely provide wonderful care and attention towards all climbers to ensue their trek is a safe and enjoyable one.
Can I get an itinerary for the trek?
You will receive an exact itinerary when you send us an inquiry. In the meantime, you can read a summary of each of the treks by visiting our Routes up Kilimanjaro section. You can also find detailed day-by-day descriptions and detailed day-by-day route maps of each of the trails in the guidebook – which you will receive for free when you book a trek through us.
What currencies do you accept as payment?
As we are charged in US dollars, so all our prices are quoted in US dollars too. However, we are able to accept a wide range of other currencies too including sterling, euros, Canadian dollars, Australian dollars, Israeli shekels, Singapore dollars, Indian rupees etc etc
How many days before the start of the climb should I arrive in Tanzania?
We advise you to spend at least one full day in Tanzania before beginning your trek. Arriving by plane one day and then climbing the next is not the best way to begin a trek.
Are park fees included in your price?
Yes, all Tanzania National Park (TANAPA) fees are included in our Kilimanjaro price. Currently, the conservation fees at Kilimanjaro National Park are: US$70 per person per day and US$50 per person per night for camping. Crew entry fees and Tanzanian Forest Services Agency (TFS) fees (applicable for Rongai, Shira and Lemosho routes) are also included in our Kilimanjaro price.
How many guides will we have?
You will have one lead guide and an assistant guide for 2-3 climbers.
For 4-6 climbers, you will have one lead guide and 2 assistant guides.
For 7-8 climbers, you will have one lead guide and 3 assistant guides.
For 9-10 climbers, you will have one lead guide and 4 assistant guides.
How is the quality of the camping equipment that you use?
We use high quality Eureka tents imported from the USA, Canada and Australia. We also provide foam mattresses designed for mountain excursions (not the thin yoga mat type).
How do I cope with change of altitude?
Always remember to maintain a slow, steady pace from beginning to end. Going slowly allows the body to acclimatize while hiking. Those who start out too quickly will have troubles higher up the mountain as the body will be overexerted. This still holds true if you are spending an extra day on the mountain.
How long does it take to reach the summit?
It will depend on the route you pick and your pace. It can take from 4-8 hours to reach the summit from the high camp.
Why do we make the final ascent in the pre-dawn darkness?
Most groups will start for the summit on ascent day at 11 PM to 12:30AM, depending on the perceived fitness of the group, the weather and the route. The pre-dawn hours, while cold, are also the calmest and clearest. The best views from the summit are at dawn. Often clouds and high winds develop not long after sunrise making the summit much less attractive and the descent more difficult. Guides who have been to the summit scores of times report that it is very rare to find it cloudy at the summit at dawn in any season. The ascent day is a very long day of hiking. Some people may require 15 hours to reach the summit and descend to the campsite for that day.
How much is a good tip?
The typical tip is:
Porters $5 per day per porter
Cooks $8 to $10 per cook
Assistant Guides $8 to $10 per guide
Kilimanjaro Guides $20 per day and up per guide
*Tip amounts listed for Kilimanjaro are per group, not per individual traveler. For instance, if four people are on Kilimanjaro, they should each contribute $5/day if they want to tip the lead guide $20.
Who prepare the food on the mountain?
Your trekking party will be supplied with a cook to prepare your meals in a safe and hygienic manner.
What about drinking water?
The porters will purify water for you at each camp.
How do I wash myself on the mountain?
There are no showers on Kilimanjaro, but we provide soap and bowls of water and you may wish to carry wet-wipes for additional hygiene.
Do you provide oxygen on your climbs?
We carry emergency oxygen on all our climbs, for use when someone is suffering from a serious altitude-related illness. In this event the guide would ask you to descend since this is the only way to recover; however, oxygen can help people feel better during the descent, therefore making evacuation easier and safer.
Other Tour Details
Tour Pricing
| Mount Meru Pricing Rate Based on Per Person | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Travelers | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| Budget Pricing | 950 | 900 | 850 | 800 | 780 | 760 |
| Standard Pricing | 1410 | 1360 | 1310 | 1260 | 1210 | 1160 |
For climbing Mount Meru the recommended group tips is as follows:
- Guide: $ 15 – 20 per day
- Cook: $ 10 – 15 per day
- Porters: $ 8 – 10 per day per porter
Tour Accommodations
| Budget Package | Standard Package |
|---|---|
| 2 nights Accommodations at your own choice of hotel according to your budget | 2 nights Accommodations on BB at either of the following Panama Garden resort or Ameg Lodge |
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