Mount Meru Climbing
4 Days
Overview:
Mount Meru is the best for acclimatization prior to Mount Kilimanjaro climb; The Mountain is the third highest peak in Africa and is the second highest mountain in Tanzania at 4,568m.
Cost Includes / Excludes:
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- Two nights’ accommodation at the Springlands Hotel in Moshi on Bed&
- Return transportation from Moshi to/from the starting/finishing point on the mountain in Arusha National Park
- Qualified guides with mountain crew
- Armed ranger (compulsory due to park rules)
- National park fees
- Hut accommodation
- Cutlery / Crockery / Eating utensils
- Rescue fees
- Pulse oximeters
- First aid kit
- Guides, porters, cook, waiter salaries
- Boiled water on the mountain
- All meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Guides, porters, waiter, cook accommodation and entry fees on the mountain
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- Single rooms supplement at Springlands Hotel (except on the 1 person rate)
- Airport transfers $25 per person one way
- Guides, Porters, Cook & Waiters tips
- Meals and drinks not specified
- Gear for your climb
- Items of personal nature
- Additional nights beyond the two standard hotel nights included
- Visas
- Emergency oxygen
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Itinerary:
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: Arrive at the Kilimanjaro International Airport, Meet& greet by Sunlive Adventure Trails Representative and transferred to the Springlands Hotel or similar hotel in Moshi or Arusha for overnight bed and breakfast.
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Arusha (1400m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m)
Duration: 5-7 hours of hiking
After an early morning breakfast in Moshi/ Arusha (1400m), you will be picked up from your hotel and brought 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). You will then begin your ascent in Arusha National Park. 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 (2500m), your chef will prepare a hot dinner and washing water for you. Enjoy the beautiful sunset and overnight.
Day 2: Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Saddle Hut (3500m)
Duration: 3-5 hours of hiking
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 views of Mt. Meru Crater and the Ash Tray. When you arrive at camp, you have the option of hiking Little Mt. Meru (3820m) with your guide to further acclimate. You will be served an early dinner, so you can receive ample rest before your midnight summit attempt. Get to sleep by 1900!
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Saddle Hut (3500m) – Summit Attempt (4566m) – Miriakamba Hut (2500m)
Duration: 10-12 hours of hiking
Your guide will wake you at 00:30 for tea and biscuits. We start early at around 1:30 a.m. to climb steeply to Rhino Point (3,800 m.) and on to Cobra Point (4350m). We reach the summit (4,566 m) on time for sunrise there is a possibility to see Kilimanjaro Peak above the clouds. The final part of the climb is along a spectacular narrow ridgeline between the sheer inner cliffs and the sloping outer wall of the crater. We take a short rest and brunch at Saddle Hut before continuing the descent to the Miriakamba Hut.
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Miriakamba Hut (2500m) – Arusha (1400m)
Duration: 2-3 hours of hiking
After a long rest and breakfast, we will begin our final descent to Momella gate. We will hike through forest and meadows where it is likely to spot wildlife. At the base of Mt. Meru, you will be greeted by our driver who will take you back to your hotel in Moshi/ Arusha.
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1 Pax
2-5 Pax
6 Pax and above
US$1136
US$925
US$888
Extra day on the mountain @US$209 per person
PRICING IN US$ PER PERSON
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Airport transfer from/to KILIMANJARO airport (one-way)
US$25
Airport transfer from/to ARUSHA airport (one-way)
US$125
Extra accommodation at Springlands Hotel – single room (per night)
US$72
Extra accommodation at Springlands Hotel – twin room (per room / per night)
US$72
Extra accommodation at Springlands Hotel – triple room (per room / per night)
US$108
Emergency oxygen for the climb (price is per climbing group)
US$ 100
Extra porter to carry your day pack (price is based on a day rate)
US$ 30
Cost of lunch/dinner at hotel (per meal)
US$ 15
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Per Guide per day
US$15-20
Per Assistant Guide per day
US$ 10-51
Armed ranger
US$ 15-20
Per cook per day
US$-10
Per waiter per day
US$-10
Per porter per day
US$- 8-10
Note: Each client should expect to tip between US$200– US$ 300 for the entire climb
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Rucksack/Daypack
US$ 13
Balaclava
US$ 7
Mont-bell Sleeping Bag –25 to 35°C
US$ 42
Poncho – Heavy duty
US$ 19
Poncho – Light/Local
US$ 14
Socks
US$ 5
Duffel Bag (soft bag to carry gear in)
US$ 7
Hiking Poles (2 poles)
US$ 14
Gaiters
US$ 9
Torch/Flashlight (We have limited stock)
US$ 9
Gloves
US$ 7
Sweater
US$ 8
Sunglasses (We have limited stock in our shop – this is to buy)
US$ 9
Long (Thermal) Underwear (We have limited stock)
US$ 6
Raincoat
US$ 14
Rain Pants
US$ 14
Hiking Boots (Recommend you fly to Tanzania with you boots on to avoid hiring)
US$ 10
Water Bottle
US$ 10
Fleece Pants
US$ 7
Warm Jacket (GORE-TEX)
US$ 13
Warm Jacket – Down Jacket
US$ 9
Hat or Neck Scarf
US$ 7
Prices are for the entire trek and payable in cash on arrival in Moshi. However, it is best to come well prepared and outfitted.