3 Days / 2 Nights Mount Meru Trekking

Overview

The 3 Days / 2 Nights Mount Meru Trek is a faster and more demanding option, suitable for experienced trekkers or those with limited time. It follows the same Momella Route but skips the acclimatization hike, making summit day longer and more challenging.

Day 1: Arusha – Momella Gate – Miriakamba Hut

Altitude: 1,500m → 2,500m
Distance: ~10 km
Hiking Time: 4–6 hours

Depart from Arusha and drive to Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. Begin trekking through open savannah and forest, with chances to see wildlife along the way.

Arrive at Miriakamba Hut in the afternoon.

Overnight: Miriakamba Hut
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Miriakamba Hut – Saddle Hut – Summit – Miriakamba Hut

Altitude: 2,500m → 3,570m → 4,566m → 2,500m
Hiking Time: 12–14 hours

After breakfast, trek to Saddle Hut, arriving around midday. After a short rest, prepare for an early evening or midnight summit attempt.

Climb steadily to Socialist Peak, reaching the summit at sunrise. After enjoying the views, descend back to Saddle Hut for rest and continue down to Miriakamba Hut.

Overnight: Miriakamba Hut
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Miriakamba Hut – Momella Gate – Arusha

Altitude: 2,500m → 1,500m
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

After breakfast, descend to Momella Gate and transfer back to Arusha.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Price Includes

• Arusha National Park fees
• Professional guide + armed ranger
• Porters and cook
• Hut accommodation (Miriakamba & Saddle Hut)
• All meals on the mountain
• Drinking water
• Transfers from Arusha town.

NOT Included

• Tips for crew
• Personal gear (sleeping bag, etc.)
• Travel insurance
• Accommodation before/after trek (sometimes optional)