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3-Day Mount Meru Expedition

Accra, Tanzania

3-Day Mount Meru Expedition

4.9 / 5 · 85 reviews Offered by Josh Dreamland Safari 3-Day

Overview

More than a "warm-up" for Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru is a stunning destination in its own right. Tanzania's second-highest peak features a massive horseshoe crater and a dramatic ash cone. The trek begins with a unique walking safari among buffalo and elephants, escorted by an armed ranger. Reaching Socialist Peak rewards hikers with an unrivaled sunrise view of Kilimanjaro floating above the clouds -- a thrilling, scenic challenge for any mountain enthusiast.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

3-Day

Route

Arusha to Arusha

Via Mt Meru

Country & park

Tanzania

Style

Shared safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

16 years

Activities

Getting around: minivan & hiking/walking

Accommodation

Mariakamba Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – Lunch & Dinner Included - Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – Lunch & Dinner Included

Meals

Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

Solo travelers

Can join this group tour

3-Day Mount Meru Expedition
Accra visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $1,276 USD $879 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 $1,276 USD $879 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 16 years and older.

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Route

Tour route map
country Tanzania
Start Arusha (Day 1)
Day 1-3 Mt Meru
End Arusha (Day 3)

Tour Features

Budget tour

This budget tour uses mountain huts.

Shared tour

On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 12 people per group.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Cannot be customized

The contents of this tour cannot be changed.

Suitable for single travelers

Single travelers can join this group tour.

16
Minimum age of 16 years

The minimum age for this tour is 16 years.

Activities & Transportation

Getting around: minivan & hiking/walking
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

Accommodation & Meals

Mariakamba Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – Lunch & Dinner Included

Day 1

Mariakamba Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – Lunch & Dinner Included

Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – Lunch & Dinner Included

Lunch & Dinner Included

Saddle Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – All Meals Included +2 Photos

Day 2

Saddle Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – All Meals Included +2 Photos

Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Saddle Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – All Meals Included +2 PhotosSaddle Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – All Meals Included +2 PhotosSaddle Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – All Meals Included +2 Photos

Day 3

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut

Day 1

Momella Gate to Miriakamba Hut

We will pick you up from your hotel and transfer to Momella Gate where you meet your crew and an armed ranger. The first leg of the journey is a unique walking safari through open grasslands and montane forests. Keep your camera ready, as it is common to see herds of Cape buffalo, warthogs, and giraffes grazing nearby. You will stop for lunch under the shade of the famous "Fig Tree Arch", a natural wonder large enough for a vehicle to drive through. Afterward, the trail climbs steadily through the forest canopy, home to vibrant birdlife and the acrobatic black-and-white colobus monkeys. By the time you reach Miriakamba Hut, the forest thins out to reveal the towering cliffs of the crater rim and the distant shimmering silhouette of Kilimanjaro. The afternoon is spent enjoying the golden sun over the plains from the comfort of the wooden huts. Distance: 10 km Hiking time: 4 - 5 hours Elevation: 1,500 m - 2,500 m. Budget mountain hut located on Mt Meru Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Destination: Mount Meru Stay: Mariakamba Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Meru Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut (plus Little Meru)

Day 2

Miriakamba Hut to Saddle Hut (plus Little Meru)

The climb from Miriakamba to Saddle Hut is a steep and sustained ascent that will test your cardiovascular fitness. You’ll leave the lush forest behind and enter the "Elephant Back Ridge", where the vegetation transitions into giant heather and moorland. The air becomes noticeably cooler and thinner as you zigzag up the trail. Upon arriving at Saddle Hut, you will be served a hot, energizing lunch. To aid in your acclimatization, the afternoon includes a short but rewarding hike to the summit of Little Meru (3,820 m). This trek takes about 90 minutes round-trip and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Arusha National Park and the jagged main peaks of Meru. Afterward, you’ll return to camp for an early dinner and some much-needed sleep before the midnight summit push begins. Distance: 8 km Hiking time: 3 - 5 hours Elevation: 2,500 - 3,500 m (Little Meru at 3,820 m). Budget mountain hut located on Mt Meru All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Destination: Mount Meru Stay: Saddle Hut Budget mountain hut located on Mt Meru Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak to Momella Gate

Day 3

Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak to Momella Gate

The summit push begins at midnight with a steep climb to Rhino Point. From here, the trail becomes an exhilarating walk along a narrow, rocky ridge between the sloping outer wall and the sheer drops of the inner crater. You’ll pass Cobra Point and continue the final scramble to reach Socialist Peak (4,566 m) just as the sun rises. The view of the Ash Cone inside the crater and the sun rising behind Mount Kilimanjaro is arguably the most beautiful sight in Africa. After celebrating, you’ll descend back to Saddle Hut for a well-deserved brunch and then continue all the way down to Momella Gate. The final descent is fast and knee-taxing, but the sight of wildlife in the lower forest provides a final boost of energy before your vehicle takes you and drops you off either at the airport (at an extra cost) or at your hotel in Arusha. Distance: 19 km Hiking time: 10 - 12 hours Elevation: 3,500 m - 4,566 m - 1,500 m. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Destination: Mount Meru Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Included

Porterage

Rescue fee

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

Climbing gear

International flights (From/to home)

Roundtrip airport transfer

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$15.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Arusha
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Josh Dreamland Safari
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Offered by

Josh Dreamland Safari

4.9 operator rating 85 reviews

Josh Dreamland Safari provides unforgettable wildlife adventures across Tanzania. Explore the Northern, Southern, and Western safari routes, including iconic destinations like Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and untouched wilderness areas. Our tours feature Great Migration Safaris, romantic Honeymoon Safaris, Kilimanjaro treks, and relaxing Zanzibar beach escapes, offering an ideal mix of wildlife, adventure, and breathtaking African scenery.

Office In

Tanzania

Size

1-5 employees (Founded in 2023)

Member Of

TTB, TALA & NCAA

Tour Types

Budget & mid-range tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary

Destinations

Tanzania

Traveler feedback

Reviews

4.90 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

The right choice for a wonderful experience

We had 7 days and 6 nights of fun between Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Ndutu and Lake Manyara. Sleeping in fantastic tented camps and lodges with Kelvin, the best guide and driver ever. Elizabeth was super friendly and chose for us the best itinerary. Super Recommended.

Photo by Aniello Monaco
Photo by Aniello Monaco
Photo by Aniello Monaco
Photo by Aniello Monaco

Aniello Monaco · Italy

Verified

What an adventure!!!

Four days of adventure through the Serengeti and Ngorongoro parks that went perfectly. A well-deserved highlight goes to our driver, Dicson — a true virtuoso behind the wheel! Despite the heavy rain, driving on muddy terrain and even crossing rivers by ford, the jeep never once got stuck. He was also an attentive and enthusiastic observer of wildlife, spotting animals hidden from our group of six and stopping the vehicle whenever we wanted so we could take all the photos we wished. From Josh Dreamland Safari, applause as well for the choice of lodges where we stayed overnight, which proved to be perfect, and for the decision to provide lunch with a picnic setup, always with complete and hot meals (drinks always included — beer, water, Coca-Cola and even sparkling wine and wine!), unlike most other companies that simply handed unfortunate clients sandwiches in paper bags. As if all this were not already perfect, the company said goodbye to us at the airport by celebrating the end of our adventure with a cake and glasses of sparkling wine. What better way could there be to end such an adventure?

Photo by Pedro Brás Marques
Photo by Pedro Brás Marques
Photo by Pedro Brás Marques
Photo by Pedro Brás Marques

Pedro Brás Marques · Portugal

Verified

Excellent Top quality experience and very professional

We had a fantastic experience! Everything was great. The safari driver was very professional and drove always in safety. Everyday day we had lunch in the jungle and the food was very well cooked! We really recommend this safari! We loved to watch the wild animals and our guide made our experience great!

Judite · Portugal

Verified

Amazing experience!

We had an amazing safari experience thanks to our guide, Peter. He is an excellent driver and made us feel very safe and comfortable throughout the entire trip. Peter was also very pleasant to be around – friendly, calm, and always in a good mood, which made the safari even more enjoyable. His knowledge of the area and his driving skills allowed us to see incredible wildlife while feeling relaxed the whole time. We truly appreciated his professionalism and positive attitude. The communication with Elisabeth was also very pleasant and smooth. She was helpful, responsive, and made the whole booking process easy and stress-free. If you are planning a safari, we would highly recommend this team. Peter made our experience truly unforgettable!

Photo by Mark
Photo by Mark

Mark · Belgium

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Tour FAQs

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Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 16 years and older.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

The contents of this tour cannot be changed.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Mariakamba Hut Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – Lunch & Dinner Included - Budget mountain hut on Mt Meru – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Arusha

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

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Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Josh Dreamland Safari, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.

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