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Mount Meru & Wildlife Safari

Embark on an unforgettable adventure that blends the thrill of conquering Mount Meru - Tanzania’s second-highest peak - with the serenity of a wildlife safari. This itinerary is perfect for those seeking both an exhilarating trekking experience and the chance to unwind amidst stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife.

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Total Duration:

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National Parks:

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Momella Gate, an eastern entrance of Arusha National Park.

9 days (3 nights on Mount Meru & 5 days of Safari)

23 km (ascend), 23 km (descend)

3,066 m

Arusha National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park & Lake Manyara National Park.

Private portable toilets and high quality Mess tents for camping routes.

Full board lodges, including swimming pool, restaurant & bar and accommodation with private bathroom or a public restroom.

Itinerary

Keep in mind that these itineraries are just examples and the first step in preparing yourself for your Stunning Kilimanjaro adventure.
We offer tailor-made Tours & Holidays that are fully customized, based on the hiking experience and preferences of our clients.

Arrival

After arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or at Arusha Airport (ARK), your transfer will be awaiting you to drive you to your chosen accommodation in Arusha.
Meet during the day with your guide for a pre-climb briefing and gear check, to ensure that you are ready for the journey.
Have dinner, save your strengths and prepare for your Mount Meru & Safari adventure.

Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut

After breakfast, a transfer from Arusha to the Momella Gate (1,500 m) in Arusha National Park awaits.
There your guide will take care of the registrations and the permits, after which the trek begins through open grasslands and montane forests, where ou might see wildlife, like giraffes, buffaloes, colobus monkeys and various birds.
Arrive in the late afternoon at Miriakamba Hut (2.500 m), which offers basic facilities and a stunning view of Mount Meru's crater, and this is where you will spend your first night.

Altitude: 1,500 m - 2,500 m

Hiking distance: 10 km

Hiking time: 5-7 hours

Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut

After breakfast at Miriakamba Hut (2,500 m), set off along the forested trail as it climbs higher.
The path becomes steeper as you reach Elephant Ridge, providing sweeping views of the landscapes and Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.
Arrive at Saddle Hut (3,500 m), nestled at the base of the final ridge.
In the afternoon, enjoy a brief acclimatization hike to Little Meru (3,820 m), where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views before heading back to Saddle Hut for dinner and a restful night.

Altitude: 2,500 m - 3,820 - 3,500 m

Hiking distance: 8 km

Hiking time: 3-5 hours

Socialist Peak (4,566 m)

Begin your summit attempt around midnight to reach the peak by sunrise.
The trail is steep and rocky, so careful steps are essential in the darkness.
Arriving at Socialist Peak (4,566 m), take in the magnificent sunrise over Kilimanjaro and the surrounding landscapes.

After celebrating your achievement, descend to Saddle Hut (3,500 m) for a short rest before continuing down to Miriakamba Hut (2,500 m) for a final night on the mountain.

Altitude: 3,500 m - 4,566 m

Hiking distance: 5 km

Hiking time: 5-7 hours

Altitude: 4,566 m - 3,500 m - 2,500 m

Hiking distance: 13 km

Hiking time: 4-6 hours

Congratulations!

After breakfast, embark on the final descent through the forest back to Momella Gate (1,500 m).
Enjoy the last sightings of wildlife and lush scenery as you complete your trek, with satisfaction of reaching the summit.
Upon arrival at the gate, you'll receive your summit certificate and a transfer to your chosen accommodation in the Lake Manyara area, where you have time to relax and where dinner will be served.

Altitude: 2,500 m - 1,500 m

Hiking distance: 10 km

Hiking time: 2-4 hours

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast at your accommodation your driver will drive you to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
You will drive for approximately 2 hours, while you can take in the scenic view, since you ar ascending the last hour of the journey.
After an hour descending into the crater, you will have a full-day game drive, where you will have an outdoor lunch at a designated picnic spot.
The Ngorongoro Crater is the world's greatest intact caldera and a natural wonder and home to an incredible diversity of wildlife.
Here you can find the greatest number of different animal species per square kilometre and you will have the chance to see buffalos, elephants, lions, wildebeests, zebras, hippopotamus and other cat-like species such as caracals and servals. The luckiest travelers might even see a rhinoceros, an animal whose numbers are rapidly declining.
In the late afternoon, you will ascend out of the crater and head back to your chosen accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Tarangire National Park

In the earl morning you will depart from you accommodation and head for Tarangire National Park.
At the entrance, your guide will take care of the permits for entry, and you can enjoy a game drive in Tarangire National Park, known for its large herds of elephants, baobab trees, and diverse wildlife.
Enjoy a packed lunch inside the park, at a designated picnic spot, while observing wildlife.
In the late afternoon your guide will drive you back to your lodge for relaxing, dinner and overnight.

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast your guide will drive you to the entrance of Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and birdlife and where three-quarters of the park consists of water, making it one of the smallest areas for a game drive.
After lunch at a designated picnic spot in the park, you will spend the afternoon exploring the park, which is a densely forested area, making it a challenge to find animals.
In the late afternoon your guide will drive you back to Arusha.
Depending on your flight schedule or if you're going to add a Zanzibar Beach holiday, this marks the end of your Mount Meru & Wildlife Safari Tour with us.

All entrance fees including government taxes.
All activities (unless indicated as optional).
All accommodations as mentioned in the itinerary.
A professional driver, mountain guide and safari guide.
3 meals per day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Unlimited bottles of drinking water.
Transportation to and from the base of the mountain.
Transportation in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, during safari.
Pick-up and drop-off by airport.
Camping equipment.
Porter services.

International or domestic flights.
Tips (for your crew).
Visa (50 USD for Tanzania).
Medical and/or travel insurance.
Local SIM card.
Personal expenses and/or items, such as souvenirs.
Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees.
Alcoholic beverages or soft drinks.
Meals not specified as included.
Climbing gear (can be rented upon request).
Medical evacuation by helicopter.

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