Mount Meru Climbing - Signature Safari
At a height of 4,566 meters (14,980 ft), Mount Meru is a dormant stratovolcano located in Arusha
National Park, 70 Kilometres (43 miles) west of Mount Kilimanjaro in the country of Tanzania. Typically
Mount Meru Climb takes four days, but it can be done in 3 days to complete a trek to the Summit.
It is visible from Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day, and is the fifth-highest mountain in Africa,
dependent on definition. Climb Mount Meru, Second highest Mountain in Tanzania, is great with no traffic
and amazing wildlife experience as you hike past wild animals.
Mount Meru Key facts
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Tanzania’s second tallest mountain at 4,566m.
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Abundant wildlife sightings on day 1 of the climb.
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Great acclimatisation climb before tackling Kilimanjaro.
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Ascent and descent via the Momela route over 3 days.
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Dormitory style hut accommodation.
While Mount Kilimanjaro the highest mountain in Africa
gets the bulk of the attention when it comes to
climbing in Tanzania, there are other peaks that are worth considering too. Most prominent amongst them
is Mount Meru, which is found a short distance to the west of Kilimanjaro and serves as a great warm-up
trek for those who have the time and are looking for an even bigger adventure. Mount Meru climbing is
very rewarding.
Mount Meru Climbing Packages
Mount Meru Gear List
CLOTHING
- Trekking Shirt.
- Trekking Jacket.
- Trekking Trouser.
- Fleece Pullover.
- Fleece Trouser.
- Rain Jacket.
- Rain Trouser.
- Winter Jacket.
- Winter Trouser.
- Underwear
- Shorts(optional)
- Sport Bra (women)
EQUIPMENT
- Sleeping Bag (four season).
- Walking Poles.
- Head Lamp (+ extra batteries).
- Duffel Bag (90 liters).
- Daypack (30-35 liters).
ACCESSORIES
- Sunglassess.
- Ski Goggles (optional).
- Water Bottles (2 x 1 liters).
- Camel Bag (2 liters).
- Dry Bags.
HEADWEAR
- Sun Hat (sun protection).
- Winter Hat (for cold).
- Balaclava (face protection).
FOOTWEAR
- Trekking Shoes.
- Gym Shoes (optinal).
- Trekking Socks.
- Gaiters (optional, recommended).
- Steps Irons (optinal, recommended).
- Liner Gloves (wind protection).
- Winter Gloves (for warmth).
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
- Personal Medicine.
- Sunscreen 50+.
- Lip Balm.
- Insect Repellent (with deef).
- Hand Sanitizer (optional).
- Toiletries.
- Wet Wipes (optional).
- Snacks (recommended).
- Electrolytes(powder or tablets).
- Personal First Aid Kits.
- Camera (+extra batteries).