Africa’s Most Thrilling Ridge Walk

Mount Meru Climbing

Destination

Overview

Mount Meru is Tanzania’s second-highest mountain (4,566m) and the dramatic center of Arusha National Park. Often called Mount Kilimanjaro’s "little brother," it is a formidable stratovolcano that offers one of the most scenic and exhilarating treks in East Africa. The climb is famous for its abundance of wildlife on the lower slopes and a terrifyingly beautiful knife-edge ridge walk at the summit.
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Destination

Key Highlights

Best Time to Visit

Jun – Oct & Dec – Mar

Location

Arusha National Park

Major Attraction

Socialist Peak

Activity

High-altitude Trekking

Typical Duration

3 – 4 Days
Destination

About the Destination

Climbing Mount Meru is an intense experience that packs diverse ecosystems into a few short days. Unlike Kilimanjaro, hikers on Meru are accompanied by an armed park ranger on the first day due to the high density of buffalo, giraffes, and elephants in the montane forest. The mountain is widely considered the best acclimatization trek for those planning to tackle Kilimanjaro, as it forces the body to adapt to 4,500m+ altitudes quickly
Things to Do

At Serengeti National Parks

Socialist Peak Summit

An early morning push (starting at 1:00 AM) to reach the 4,566m summit for a sunrise view of Mount Kilimanjaro floating above the clouds

The Crater Rim Walk

Traverse a narrow, rocky ridge between the sheer inner cliffs of the caldera and the outer slopes—one of the most dramatic walks in Africa

Little Meru Ascent

A short afternoon hike from Saddle Hut to Little Meru (3,820m) for sunset views and extra acclimatization

Wildlife Trekking

Spot Black-and-White Colobus monkeys, red duikers, and buffaloes while hiking through the lower forest zones

Fig Tree Arch

Walk through the center of a living, ancient fig tree that has grown across the trail to form a natural archway

Tululusia Waterfall

Visit the beautiful waterfall located near the start of the trek in the lush foothills
Accommodation Options

Comfort for Every Journey

Saddle Hut

Large dormitory-style wooden huts with bunk beds and mattresses, serving as the base for the final summit push
From $Incuded in Trek Price/ Night

Miriakamba Hut

he first overnight stop, offering basic but comfortable shared cabins and communal dining areas with views of the Ash Cone
From $Incuded in Trek Price/ Night

Mt. Meru Game Lodge

A beautiful pre/post-climb lodge in Arusha with a wildlife sanctuary, perfect for resting before or after the expedition
From $250/ Night
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