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OAT025 Mount Meru - Momella Route
Tour Code: OAT025 – MERU ROUTE
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 4 days
Destination: Arusha National Park - Tanzania
Specialty Categories: Trekking
Season: All year round
This Tour can NOT be Customized
Mount Meru is one of the major attractions of Arusha National Park.
The full ascent requires at least 3 days. The route takes climbers through
a series of natural environments with a variety of flora and fauna and
interesting mixture of nature and culture.
It is recommended that you allow four days for the full ascent in order
to obtain acclimatization and avoid altitude sickness as well as to enjoy
the sunrise on both the summit and Rhino Point.
Day 1: Arrival Kilimanjaro and Transfer to Arusha
On arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, our guide will meet you and assist
with your baggage then transfer to Snowcrest Hotel for an overnight rest
on bed and breakfast
Day 2: Arusha to Momela Gate
After breakfast drive to Momela, Momella Gate is located near Shamba
La Mbogo, a natural glade in the Mt. Meru Game Reserve. It is situated at 1,500m
above sea level. Two routes are available from Momella Gate: The first route
goes through the forest towards the crater floor and then steeply up to
Miriakamba Hut. The second option climbs gradually through the grassland direct
to Miriakamba Hut. After all formalities, we begin trekking accompanied by an
armed ranger. We will ascend up to Miriakamba Hut situated at 2,500m above sea
level. The trekking takes approximately 3 hours. We will be walking amidst the
montane forest where various species of flora and fauna can be found on this
part of the mountain. There are beautiful views of Arusha National Park's various
landscapes that can be seen from this trek and, weather-permitting, spectacular
views of Mt. Kilimanjaro can also be seen overnight stay at a camp on Full board
basis
Day 3: Miriakamba to Saddle Camp
From Miriakamba Hut the path is steep compared to other mountains
in the region. We continue our ascent on a narrow winding trail through
a thick montane forest, where various species of vegetation can be seen.
There are water streams that we cross before approaching the moorland
zone. A good view of Little Meru can be seen on a clear day, just as
you approach Saddle Hut. Buffalo footprints can be seen. Some bird species,
and plenty of Africana Masaica, a shrub plant that stings can also be
seen on both sides of the trail . The ascent takes approximately 4 hours.
After our arrival at Saddle Hut (3,500m), you have the option to embark
on a 45 minute walk to Little Meru (3,820m). it has a meandering trail
which is aided with good grass cover to give you good grip. One can see
the Kenyan border from the peak of Little Meru, Ngara Nanyuki -a town
that lies after the Arusha National Park, as well as gorgeous views of
West Mt, Kilimanjaro and Longido. Overnight at a camp on Full board basis
Day 4: Saddle Camp to the Summit
Today after breakfast we ascent to the summit of Mt. Meru (4,566m) begins
at around midnight and takes us from the moorland zone to alpine desert
zone. The trek will take approximately 6-7 hours. Along we will pass
Rhino Point as we walk around the rim of Meru crater. Conditions are
cold and windy and during the rainy season ice and snow can occur in
this section of the route. If you wish to enjoy the sunrise while trekking
the Meru, you will have two options, 1. Either You can trek up to the
summit in time to watch the sun rising from behind Kilimanjaro or You
can leave Saddle Hut later in the morning and head to Rhino Point, about
an hour away. Sunrise here is as impressive and perhaps even more so
because you also see the main cliffs of the inner wall of the crater
being illuminated by the rising sun. You can always add an extra day
to the itinerary in order to appreciate both. From the summit we return
to Saddle Hut for breakfast and then ascend to Miriakamba Hut and ultimately
down to Momella gate, in the late afternoon, where your driver will meet
and provide transfer to Arusha for overnight stay at Snowcrest Hotel
Day 5: Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport
After breakfast we provide a private transfer to JRO airport for your
departure back home
End of services.
Should you wish to extend the this program to the mentioned tourist destination,
please contact us by e-mail
The costing for this route will include:
-Transfer to and from the base of the mountain, Meru trekking as itinerary
depicts, Full board accommodation whilst on the trek, Meal plan as
descriptions: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner, Accommodations at Ilboru
Lodge on First and Last day, Accommodation in tents on the mountain
as per the itinerary, All park entrance fees to include government
taxes, Service of an English speaking professional Mountain guide on
the mountain, porters and skilled cook, All services begin and end
at Kilimanjaro Airport as per the itinerary, Treated water and boiled
water on the trek, Return airport transfers from/to Kilimanjaro Airport
The costing will Excluded:
-Tips, laundry, sleeping bags, drinks and climbing gears, Medical evacuation,
USD 30 per person value, International flights and taxes, Visas to Tanzania,
Items of a personal nature and any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary.
Remember to carry your Identifications;
- Valid Passport
- Medical certificate
- Entry Visa
- Travel / Medical insurance
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SNACKS: Peanuts / Crisps / Popcorn / Cookies.
LUNCH: Sliced Carrot and Cucumber stripes, Avocado slices, Boiled egg, Vegetable / Meat cutlets, Sandwiches (Egg / Cheese / Tomato/ Tuna / Meat / Peanut butter), Fruit.
DINNER: Soup ( Mushroom /Asparagus / Chicken / Tomato / Vegetable), Bread, Salad, Rice / Pasta / Potatoes, Chicken / Meat, Mixed Vegetables ( Zucchini / Carrot / French -Beans / Cabbage), Lentils, Fruit Salad, Fruit with custard, Tea / Coffee / Milo / Drinking chocolate.
EQUIPMENT AND COST FOR HIRING PER ITEM FOR THE ENTIRE TREK:
Day Pack: US$13.00, Torch: US$13.00, Mountain Boots: US$23.00, Sun Glasses:
US$8.00, Wool Hat / Balaclava: US$8.00, Wool Socks: US$5.00, Warm Trousers:
US$13.00, Sleeping Bag: US$18.00, Warm Bottle: US$8.00, Long Inner
Wear: US$8.00, Cutters: US$8.00, Rain Coat: US$8.00, Rain Trouser:
US$8.00, Walking Stick: US$8.00, Gloves: US$8.00, Warm Jacket: US$13.00,
Pull Over / Sweater: US$13.00, Scarf: US$8.00, Ponchoo for Rain: US$13.00,
Roll Mat: US$13.00
Access to East Africa from Europe, Middle East, Orient Countries and
America:
Qatar Airways, British Airways (daily), KLM (daily), Kenya Airways (daily),
SN Brussels, Swissair, El Al, Emirates, Virgin Atlantic. Please check
with specific airline company and some lands both at Jomo Kenyata International
Airport, Kilimanjaro International Airport and Dar es Salaam international
Airport.
Should you find this safari program not suiting your Tanzania safari
plan, please e-mail us
so that we can work out a suitable safari program to meet your safari
plan.
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