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Mount Meru Hiking 3 Days

Tour Overview

Mount Meru rises gracefully to 4,566 meters, making it the second-highest mountain in Tanzania. Nestled within Arusha National Park, it offers some of the most stunning landscapes and remarkable wildlife diversity of any mountain in the country.

Trekking Mount Meru is both challenging and rewarding. The steep slopes and rugged ridges test your endurance, yet every step brings you closer to an unforgettable high-altitude adventure. For climbers preparing to summit Mount Kilimanjaro, Meru serves as the perfect acclimatization climb. Along the way, the trails open up to breathtaking views—including unforgettable glimpses of the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro itself.

  • 3 Days
  • Starts From: Moshi
  • Tour Type: Private

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Discover the following destinations that you will visit during your journey, each carefully chosen to highlight the beauty, culture, and adventure of Tanzania. Every place adds its own special touch, creating a travel experience filled with lasting memories.

Tour Itinerary

We have carefully planned out each day to give you the best possible experience. From exploring historic landmarks to tasting delicious local cuisine, each day is packed with adventure and excitement. Join us as we take you on a journey through some of the most fascinating destinations in the world.

Day 1
Hotel to Momella gate to Miriakamba Hut
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Drive from Arusha to Momella Gate takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Once at the gate we will finish all the procedures and depart for the trek. The trek takes you through places from where you can catch breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the renowned Momella lakes. Trekkers encounter wildlife like Bushbucks, Cape Buffaloes, Giraffes, and Warthogs during this day. We continue a short distance until we reach the Miriakamba hut. Elevation: 1500m/4921ft to 2500m/8202ft Distance: 6km/3.5mi Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Miriakamba Hut
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 2
Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
Saddle Hut
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Today we trek through the steep path along the ridge of the saddle. On the way, you can witness the stunning Meru crater, the ash cone, and little Meru. There are chances of us encountering wildlife like Cape Buffaloes and the black and white Colobus monkey. We will end the trek up at Saddle hut. Once you have settled at the camp we will set off on a short trek to little Meru (3810m) for acclimatization purpose and return to Saddle hut. Elevation: 2500m/8202ft to 3500m/11483ft Distance: 6km/3.5mi Hiking Time: 4-5 hours

Saddle Hut
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3
Saddle Hut to Summit to Miriakamba Hut to Momella gate
Momella gate
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We wake up just after midnight and have a light meal to keep our energies high. Once done with the meal we start the final ascent to Socialist Peak. This ascent will be steep and we will be making our way through gravel and rocky cliffs. This is the most mentally and physically challenging portion of the trek. Once at the summit, you will enjoy the magnificent views of the Meru Crater and the Ash cone. There are chances that one might catch a glimpse of wildlife like mountain Reedbucks and Klipspringers over the rocky ridge. From the summit, we begin our descent by continuing straight down to the Miriakamba hut. We continue the descent down to the Momella Gate, we will change the route and take the southern route down hence the change in distance trekked on this day. We will also pass through the astonishing Fig Tree Arch. Our vehicle will be waiting for you at Momella gate to drive you back to your hotel in Arusha (around 1 hour and 30 minutes). Elevation: 3500m/11483ft to 4562m/14967ft down to 1500m/4921ft Distance: 28km/17mi Hiking Time: 13-14 hours

Barranco Camp
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Mount Meru rises gracefully to 4,566 meters, making it the second-highest mountain in Tanzania. Nestled within Arusha National Park, it offers some of the most stunning landscapes and remarkable wildlife diversity of any mountain in the country.

Trekking Mount Meru is both challenging and rewarding. The steep slopes and rugged ridges test your endurance, yet every step brings you closer to an unforgettable high-altitude adventure. For climbers preparing to summit Mount Kilimanjaro, Meru serves as the perfect acclimatization climb. Along the way, the trails open up to breathtaking views—including unforgettable glimpses of the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro itself.

What's Included in the price?

To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what’s included and what’s not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.

  • Pick up and drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
  • Park fees, camping fees, rescue fees
  • 18% VAT on tour fees & services
  • Hut Fees
  • Transportation to & from the mountain gate
  • Professional mountain guides, cooks and porters
  • 3 meals daily while on the mountain
  • Filtered water throughout the trek
  • Fair wages for the mountain crew
  • A certificate documenting your summit ascent
  • Flights (International)
  • Visa fees
  • Travel or medical insurance is required, and you should ask for recommendations
  • Gamow Bag
  • Medication
  • Tips for porters and mountain crew (20% Industry Standard Recommended)
  • Personal spending money for souvenirs, etc
  • Energy food & beverages, alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Personal hire gear such as trekking poles, sleeping bags, etc.

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  • 800

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Why Travel with Eastland Adventures

At Eastland Adventures, we believe a safari is more than ticking animals off a list—it’s about creating meaningful connections with nature, culture, and people. Our itineraries are flexible and personalized, allowing you to travel at your own pace and focus on what matters most to you. We also place strong emphasis on responsible tourism, ensuring that your safari supports wildlife conservation and local communities.

By choosing us, you’re not just booking a safari—you’re starting a journey that blends excitement, education, and inspiration. From your first game drive to your final farewell, our mission is to give you memories that will stay with you forever.

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We have been receiving outstanding reviews from our clients, and Eastland Adventures is proudly rated 5/5 by our customers. This honor is a reflection of our unwavering commitment to ensuring that every aspect of our clients’ safari experiences is fully tailored to their needs. We go above and beyond to make sure their adventure is nothing short of exceptional and satisfying.

 
 
 
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 Tej S 
 
 
 Tej S 
 
2025-11-26
 
 
  
Great company, guides, and Kilimanjaro experience!
Myself and 2 friends went with Eastland for the 8-day Kilimanjaro trek via Lemosho route, and had the adventure of a lifetime! We went as part of a group of 17, which included wonderful guides, porters, and cooks. All were so pleasant, positive, and helpful in making our hike memorable. Food, tents, bathrooms throughout were set up well and despite the extreme conditions on the mountain we were well taken care of. I came with friends and left with a family, go with Eastland! Shoutout to Charles and David our guides, and all we met on our journey.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Alessandra 
 
 
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2025-09-18
 
 
  
Safari perfetto e campi tendati WOW
Daniel e il suo team ci hanno organizzato 5 giorni di safari che sono stati perfetti! Ci hanno seguito dall'arrivo all'aeroporto Kilimanjaro fino alla ripartenza per Zanzibar. Abbiamo pernottato in hotel ad Arusha e NgoroNgoro e poi in due campi tendati nel Serengeti. Abbiamo visitato i parchi Tarangire, NgoroNgoro e Serengeti Central e Nord. In particolare i campi tendati erano davvero di alto livello e gli autisti e le guide che ci hanno accompagnato (2 jeep con 2 autisti e 1 guida parlante italiano) veramente professionali, esperti e molto simpatici. Consigliatissimo per organizzare i vostri soggiorni in Tanzania!
  
 
  
 
 
 
 aschneids15 
 
 
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2025-09-14
 
 
  
Great experience for 4-day safari
We hired Eastland to be our safari guide for a 4-day trip. Daniel (owner of the company) helped us plan the trip, he and the rest of the people involved were great to work with. Dilly was our guide and he was awesome! He was great to travel with, extremely knowledgeable, and accommodated whatever we needed. Dilly knows a bunch of other guides, which was very helpful. Each guide would let others where to find certain exotic animals if they came across them. We saw every animal we wanted to see (lions, hippos, elephants, monkeys, etc.) and saw a ton throughout the park. Highly recommend Eastland Adventures for a safari.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Alex S 
 
 
 Alex S 
 
2025-09-11
 
 
  
Wonderful Experience hiking Kilimanjaro!
My wife and I hired Eastland Adventures to guide us on the 8-day Lemosho route to hike Kilimanjaro. It was an amazing experience thanks to our crew below! Guides - Charles and Erick Chef - Shedrack Waiter - Albini Private Restroom Porter - Mlay Porters 1. Denis 2. Petro 3. Rajabu 4. Natanaeli 5. Fredy 6. Juma The entire crew was extremely attentive, helpful, and overly accommodating. The whole crew was very helpful with assisting minor things that made the experience great, such as setting our tent up in optimal areas each night, helping us with our hiking needs (fixing water bladders, adjusting poles, etc.), and going above and beyond to ensure we summited the peak. Highly recommend this crew. Charles and Erick are guides you want to summit the mountain with. They were knowledgeable, motivating, and a pleasure to be around throughout the entire trip! We thoroughly enjoyed spending time with them and they were crucial to our success, helping us with whatever we needed. They even offered to carry our backpacks the night of the summit. Eastland Adventures is also a locally run company. We preferred supporting the local people and felt our experience with Erick and Charles was better than those who used larger international companies, from what we could see. We’ll remember this trip forever due to Charles, Erick, and the rest of the crew! Highly recommend Eastland Adventures if you want to summit Kilimanjaro.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Miguel S 
 
 
 Miguel S 
 
2025-08-12
 
 
  
Exceptional Kilimanjaro Trek Experience with an Incredible Team
We had an unforgettable time trekking Kilimanjaro thanks to this amazing team. They supported us every step of the way, and their help was especially valuable during the final days at high altitude. A special thanks to KC and Msafiri for their expert guidance and encouragement, and to our “Stomach Engineer” for going above and beyond with delicious meals that kept our energy and spirits high. Truly an exceptional experience from start to finish!
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Kellie F 
 
 
 Kellie F 
 
2025-07-23
 
 
  
Kilimanjaro Lemosho route, four day safari and balloon flight over Serengeti!
Please do not look past this company! They were so attentive and supportive for our team of ten on the Kilimanjaro climb and safari tour. Before we even finished our sentence if we went to make a request, it was being acted upon! They fully understand the hiker experience and do everything in their power to make it the most enjoyable and rewarding journey right from the moment you step off the plane. A++ rating from our whole team!
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Sally M 
 
 
 Sally M 
 
2025-07-15
 
 
  
Amazing adventure
Hi Daniel and team, I would just like to say thank you for the amazing experience that I had with Eastland Adventures and Take Shape Adventures. Your team of guides and porters were absolutely fantastic. I especially love the conversations that I was able to have with Tlusa, David and Leo. I really appreciated Tlusa sharing his family stories with me and through David I have a much better understanding of Tanzania. The summit day, was exhilarating and very tiring, talking to David really helped me enjoy the walk down from the summit. Thank you so much to all your team, you have made my holiday absolutely incredible. Thanks Sally
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Gill 
 
 
 Gill 
 
2025-07-13
 
 
  
Highly recommend Eastland Adventures for climbing Kilimanjaro and 4-day Safari
Climbing Kilimanjaro : Highly recommend Eastland Adventures for their attention to detail, skilled team and extraordinary service while climbing Kilimanjaro - what an awesome fun team they have - always thinking ahead to what we need each day, monitoring our health, keeping us safe, encouraged and well fed at all times. 4-day Safari : also excellent, our driver George knew the tracks so well and took us to so so many animals and safe picnic locations. We never felt rushed and were able to take our time for photos and just observing. He always checked with us before moving on.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Bridget 
 
 
 Bridget 
 
2025-07-12
 
 
  
Incredible Kilimanjaro Experience & outstanding Safari
People are sincere, helpful & professional. All guides and staff are of the highest standard & make sure you are having a wonderful time & safe at all times. Highly recommend Eastland Adventures for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro & for Safari.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Melle W 
 
 
 Melle W 
 
2025-05-14
 
 
  
11/10 RECOMMEND EASTLAND ADVENTURES for Kili climb! ❤️ Safe, knowledgeable, prepared, fun & successful!
Climbing Kilimanjaro with Eastland Adventures was the experience of a lifetime. We were amazed by the large support team—many hands truly made light work. The guides were knowledgeable, fun, and incredibly supportive. They knew every detail of the mountain and made us feel safe at every step. Summit day was no joke, but when we got stuck, they carried our packs (on top of there's!!) when we struggled (still makes me tear up), helping us reach the top. The food was incredible (especially for being on a mountain!), and the accommodations before the climb were clean and secure. Everything was thoughtfully organized—even personalized mugs! Can’t recommend them enough. Feel free to message on IG: @mellewilliamson.

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