4 Days Mount Meru Hiking - 4 day

Tanzania's Mount Meru is an active stratovolcano that is situated close to Mount Kilimanjaro, a well-liked tourist destination. At 4,562 meters (14,968 feet) high, it is the fifth-highest peak in Africa and offers a challenging but rewarding trekking experience. You will experience the alpine desert after climbing through several plant zones, including grassland, rainforest, and moorland. Mount Meru is the name of the mountain that is beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.

Day 1: Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut
• Start your hike at Momella Gate (1,500 meters/4,921 feet) after
registering with the park authorities.
• Trek through the lush montane forest, where you may
encounter wildlife such as colobus monkeys and various bird
species.
• Reach Miriakamba Hut (2,514 meters/8,250 feet) after
approximately 4-6 hours of hiking.
• Spend the night at the hut and rest for the next day’s ascent.
Day 2: Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
• Continue your ascent towards Saddle Hut (3,570
meters/11,712 feet).
• Pass through heather and moorland vegetation zones,
enjoying breathtaking views of Mount Meru’s crater and the
surrounding landscape.
• The hike takes around 3-5 hours.
• Arrive at Saddle Hut and rest for the night.
Day 3: Summit Day - Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak and back to
Miriakamba Hut
• Begin your summit attempt during the early hours of the
morning (around midnight).
• Ascend through alpine desert terrain and face steep sections
as you approach Socialist Peak (4,562 meters/14,968 feet), the
highest point of Mount Meru.
• Reach the summit in time to witness a magnificent sunrise
over the African plains.
• Descend back to Saddle Hut for a well-deserved rest and then
continue down to Miriakamba Hut.
Day 4: Miriakamba Hut to Momella Gate
• Descend through the forest, retracing your steps back to
Momella Gate.
• Complete the necessary paperwork with the park authorities.
• Celebrate your successful Mount Meru hike and return to your
accommodation.