1-Day TripMount Meru Climbing
The 1-Day Mount Meru Climbing trip offers an adventurous experience on Tanzania’s second-highest mountain, located in Arusha National Park. The journey begins with a drive to the Tengeru Cultural Center, where you’ll enjoy breakfast and a briefing. The hike takes you through lush tropical trails under banana canopies, vibrant forests filled with colorful birds, butterflies, monkeys, and forest antelopes. Along the way, you’ll learn about the local Meru people’s culture and history. The highlight of the trek is reaching the stunning Meru Falls at an altitude of 2,200 meters, where you can relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. This day-long adventure combines natural beauty, wildlife encounters, and cultural storytelling, making it a memorable experience for nature lovers and explorers.
Mount Maru Day Climbing Trip
Start your adventure with a 6:00 AM pick-up from your hotel in Arusha, carrying your packed lunch box. Head to Arusha National Park and begin a two-hour hike at Momella Gate, exploring lush landscapes and reaching Tululusia Waterfall. After returning to Momella Gate, continue with a scenic drive past Momella Lake, spotting flamingos and other wildlife. Enjoy your packed lunch in the park’s natural beauty, then drive to Ngurudoto Crater for panoramic vistas. Exit the park through Ngongongare Gate and return to Arusha in the late afternoon, completing your exciting day trip to Mount Meru.
No accommodation | Meals & drinks: Lunch boxes and drinking water and other soft drinks are included.
Important
✅ Prices are per person and do not include any extra items or costs that are not mentioned on the day by the itinerary.
✅ This trip is suitable for children over 8 years old.
Start dates | 2+ PAX |
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Jan - Dec 2025 | $260 |
Cost Includes
- Park Fees – All entry fees, camping fees, rescue fees, and government taxes
- Accommodation – 4 nights in mountain huts (Mandara, Horombo, and Kibo)
- Meals & Drinks – Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, tea, coffee, and drinking water
- Professional Mountain Guides & Porters – English-speaking, certified guides and a team of porters to carry luggage and equipment
- Transportation – Round-trip transfers from your hotel to Marangu Gate and back to Moshi/Arusha
- Emergency Oxygen – Available in case of altitude sickness or breathing issues
- First Aid Kit – Provided by the guides for minor injuries and medical concerns
- Summit Certificate – Official certificate for climbers who reach the summit
- Mountain Equipment – High-altitude food, trekking poles, and required safety gear
- Climbing Permit – Kilimanjaro National Park climbing permits
- Rescue Team – Emergency rescue services on standby
- Environmental Fees – For conservation and maintenance of the Kilimanjaro National Park
- Pre-climb Briefing – Orientation session about the climb, safety tips, and what to expect
Cost excludes
- Personal Gear: sleeping bag, warm clothes, hiking boots, gaiters, trekking poles, rain jacket, etc.
- Flights: International and domestic flights to/from Tanzania
- Travel Insurance: Required for the climb (covering emergency medical, evacuation, and high-altitude trekking)
- Visa Fees: Tourist visa for entry to Tanzania (if applicable)
- Tips for Guides & Porters: Recommended tipping is $200-$250 per climber for the entire team
- Extra Accommodation: Hotel nights before or after the climb (can be arranged separately)
- Personal Expenses: souvenirs, extra snacks, bottled drinks, and other personal items
- Drinks: soft drinks, alcohol, and other beverages not included in meals
- Medical Care: Any medical services required during or after the trek
- Emergency Evacuation: In case of early descent or emergencies (usually covered by insurance),
- Optional Extra Activities: Such as a trip to a hot spring or safari (available upon request)
- Laundry Services: Laundry at huts or hotels
- Hotel or Transport Extensions: Additional nights before or after the trek
- Porter Tips: Porter tips should be given directly at the end of the trek
- Internet/Wi-Fi: Available at hotels but not on the mountain.