Private Tour
6-Day Mount Meru Climb through Momella Route Guided Tour
Overview
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144 hours
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Magnetized by Mt Kilimanjaro, the hikers often overlook Mt Meru, the second highest peak of Tanzania. 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 right.
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.
This volcano was “born” around 500,000 years ago, and its very first eruption virtually exploded its eastern side, creating its, peculiar appearance. In addition to that, Mt Meru has one of the deepest craters - over 1,500 meters!
Our licensed, Wilderness First Responder-certified mountain guides will be leading your way. Altezza Travel mountain crew will take care of all camping arrangements, meals and other expedition essentials.
Unlike a shorter 3-day variation, this Mt Meru features an extra on the descent.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Arrival to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Accommodations
Overnight at 3* "Altezza Lodge" or "Aishi Machame Hotel"
Kilimanjaro Region
Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), where you will meet an our representative, and transfer to "Aishi Machame" or "Altezza Lodge" hotel in Moshi. There you will find everything you need after the flight - hot water, polite staff, a swimming pool, nice restaurant and internet access. Our comfortable and modern transfer vehicles have complimentary Wi-Fi and bottled water on board.
Trekking from Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut
Accommodations
Overnight stay in a mountain hut on Mount Meru
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Mount Meru
Early in the morning you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. At this time, the porters will organize and pack the belongings for the hike while you and your guide register with the Tanzania National Park (TANAPA). The first day of hiking is similar to a walking safari; you should expect to see giraffes, zebras, antelope, buffalo, and potentially elephants near the trail. Due to the high possibility of spotting wildlife, an armed ranger, hired through the National Park, is required to hike with our team for the duration of the hike. As you continue hiking, you will pass the Ngarenanyuki River and a beautiful waterfall at the base of Mt. Meru. Upon arriving to Miriakamba Hut (2,500 m), your chef will prepare a hot dinner and warm water for you.
Trekking from Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut
Accommodations
Overnight in a mountain hut on Mount Meru
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Mount Meru
After breakfast, you will start ascending up the steep trail along the ridge of the saddle. You may see various wildlife along the way! The trail has amazing views of Meru Crater and the Ash Cone. When you arrive at camp, you have the option of hiking Little Meru (3,820 m) with your guide to further acclimate. You will be served an early dinner, so you can receive ample rest before your midnight summit attempt.
Trekking from Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak and Descent to Miriakamba Hut
Accommodations
Overnight in a mountain hut on Mount Meru
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Mount Meru
Summiting has an early start at around 00:00. There is a 1-hour steep climb to Rhino Point (3,800 m), then the path continues along a ridge of ash and rock to reach Cobra Point (4,350 m). The summit of Socialist Peak (4,562 m) is an hour further on a steep path with magnificent views of Kilimanjaro. Depending on your speed, you can enjoy sunrise at Cobra Point or the summit. The views are stunning: the cliffs of the Crater rim, the Ash Cone rising from the crater floor, Kilimanjaro floating on the morning clouds, and the Rift Valley. The route back to Rhino Point in the morning light along a narrow ridge between the sloping outer wall of the crater and the cliffs of the inner wall is one of the most dramatic and exhilarating walks in Africa. Brunch and a brief rest is taken at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to Miriakamba Hut for overnight stay.
Descent from Miriakambe Hut to Momella Gate
Accommodations
Overnight at 3* "Altezza Lodge" or "Aishi Machame Hotel"
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Mount Meru
After breakfast you will start your final stretch on the so-called northern route back to Momella Gate. On this 2 to 3-hour trek you will once again have the chance to see giraffes, buffaloes and elephants as well as the black and white colobus monkeys. After your descent the whole group will gather to congratulate you, and then you will be transferred to Moshi or Arusha town.
Departure from Tanzania
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Kilimanjaro Region
Unless you plan to experience other adventures in Tanzania, you will spend this day resting in the hotel and getting to the airport for your departure flight.
What‘s Included
Pick-up and drop-off at Kilimanjaro International Airport
Professional climbing crew (porters, cooks)
Three tasty and energy-rich meals a day
Professional guides, licensed by the Tanzania National Park Authority
Unlimited oxygen and oximeters
All group equipment (camping chairs, tables, cutlery and crockery, etc.)
Transfer to the trailhead in Arusha National Park
Accommodation in huts on Mt Meru (shared only as to the regulations of Arusha NP)
Complete medical kits
GPS-tracking service
Medical check-ups (at least twice a day)
Pick-up at the end of the trek
Accommodation at Aishi Machame Hotel before and after the trek (2 nights total)
3-inch (8 cm) thick and comfortable sleeping mats
Personal gear rentals
Airline tickets to Tanzania
Visa fees
Lunch and dinner at the hotel (before and after the hike)
Mountaineering insurance
Tips for the mountain crew (not mandatory, subject to your satisfaction with the tour)
Pickup points
Kilimanjaro Airport
Tanzania
Options
6-Day Mount Meru Climb through Momella Route Guided Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
WOW!! Don't even consider going with any other company other than Altezza!!!!!!! there is none better.
256cherylh,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on the 7 day Lemosho route ( not listed here) . OMG!! One of the best trips i have ever been on . (I am 67 years old and have traveled over 35 countries. ) These guys were amazing. I dont know where to begin! EVERYTHING was perfect from the packing experience to the ceremony at completion. Food was awesome. Guides were tremendous, Funny, supportive, safe, caring, conscientious, helpful, interested, skilled, knowledgable -not enough super words to describe how incredible they were. All of them. my guides were Wizon, Thomas and Jackson. They blew me away !!!!! I never wanted to leave!!!! The hotel & staff, the orientation, transportation, etc etc!!! WOW The Doctor at the end of my trip was excellent as well. He was knowledgeable and very helpful. thank you Altezza
Amazing experience at Kilimanjaro
juliettedN1033JF,,Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience and amazing staff. The hotel was very welcoming and the food was delicious, especially the cookies.
4 day trek of Mt Meru
johnbS6192CT,,Feb 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mount Meru is an amazing place, such diverse ecosystems on any given day of trekking. Summit day was such a test of your physical ability but so worth the breath taking views we got to experience. Our team lead by Emmanuel are such a competent and amazing group that couldn't do enough to ensure our experience was the best it could be. Most definitely highly recommend Altezza to anyone looking to trek Mount Meru.
Amazing experience on Mount Meru
935janinas,,Oct 8, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the 4 day Mount Meru Tour with Altezza Travel. The tour was amazing. From planning, until the end Altezza was very professionell. Our guides John and Peter and the whole crew made us feel very safe all the time. They updated us constantly. Safety is the most important thing, so they decided not to start the summit at 1 am, but at 4 am because of the weather conditions. This was the best decision, the views were amazing. Other hikers we met who had booked with other tour operators would rather listen to our guides than to theirs. I can recommend Altezza Travel to all of you!
Once in a lifetime experience
stephencP8787UH,,Sep 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved the experience. The crew was great and friendly. This was my second time hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro, and with this experience l will recommend Altezza to all my friends
A fantastic Mt. Meru adventure with superb Altezza
792andrinc,,Jul 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Mount Meru trek as a family of 4 (children aged 15 and 17). The entire experience with Altezza was outstanding, from the pre-departure communication and organisation to the levels of service onsite in Tanzania. The guides and porters were superbly professional and flexible, and did everything with a sense of calm and a smile. The food was excellent throughout. The trek itself is a beautiful climb through many different climate zones, with surprisingly well-equipped camps. The final summit night is tough but the views are worth it. Also to mention that the nights before and after the trek are in the excellent and peaceful Aishi Machame Hotel, which is nestled in the forest at the foot of Kilimanjaro.
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