Overview
Mount Meru, often overshadowed by its larger neighbor Kilimanjaro, offers a stunning and challenging trekking experience in its own right. This 4-day/3-night classic trek takes you through diverse landscapes, encounters with fascinating wildlife, and rewards you with breathtaking views from the summit crater rim. This guide provides you with all the essential information you need to plan your Mount Meru adventure.
Why Choose Mount Meru?
- Acclimatization: Mount Meru serves as an excellent acclimatization trek before attempting Kilimanjaro, helping your body adjust to higher altitudes.
- Wildlife Encounters: The lower slopes teem with wildlife, offering opportunities to spot elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and a variety of bird species.
- Stunning Scenery: Hike through lush forests, moorlands, and rocky terrain, culminating in panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the surrounding landscapes from the summit crater rim.
- Fewer Crowds: Compared to Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru offers a more secluded and intimate trekking experience.
Accommodation
Accommodation on the trek is in basic mountain huts.
- Miriakamba Hut: Bunk beds in shared rooms, with basic toilet facilities.
- Saddle Hut: Similar to Miriakamba Hut, with bunk beds in shared rooms and basic toilet facilities.
