Climb Mount Meru

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An ascent of a beautiful volcano near Kilimanjaro

Introduction

Mount Meru (4,556m) is a dormant volcano located 70Km to the west of Kilimanjaro, in Tanzania. This action-packed trip climbs Mount Meru over four days, staying at Mirikamba Hut (2,520m) and Saddle Hut (3,566m) en route to the top. The lower slopes of Meru are full of wildlife - it's common to see Water Buffalo, Elephants, Zebra, Giraffe, Baboons, Colobus Monkeys, Warthogs and Antelope. You've not just come for the wildlife though, as the climb to the summit is a challenging and rewarding journey through incredible volcanic scenery. In clear weather the views across to Kilimanjaro are spectacular as the sun rises over the East African plains.

You can extend your trip with a 3-day Safari Extension, taking in the major parks of the area, Ngorongoro and Tarangire, to see more of Tanzania’s wildlife.

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Experience Required

To join our trek you need to be an enthusiastic hill walker who wants to extend themselves or wishes to be introduced to higher altitudes. No previous experience of high altitudes is necessary.

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the trek or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.

Dates & Prices

Date	With Flight	or Meeting in	Availability
Fri 5 Jul – Thu 11 Jul 2024	UK	Moshi	Available Book now »
	£2,695	£1,495
Fri 9 Aug – Thu 15 Aug 2024	UK	Moshi	Available Book now »
	£2,695	£1,495
Fri 13 Sep – Thu 19 Sep 2024	UK	Moshi	Available Book now »
	£2,395	£1,495
Fri 11 Oct – Thu 17 Oct 2024	UK	Moshi	Available Book now »
	£2,395	£1,495

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Group size: 2 – 14 people.

Single room supplement: £100

For comparison, this trek starts from £249 (GBP) per day (price Without Flights).

With Flight pricing

Our 'With Flight' price includes an Economy class return airfare from the UK. The cost is based on a group fare that we have already reserved, or individual seats that we have budgeted for. Note that in some circumstances, the earlier you book, the less expensive the airfare and the 'With Flight' price.

Know Before You Go

Jagged Globe supports the British Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) 'Know Before You Go' campaign. We recommend that you read the FCDO Travel Advice for Tanzania and Netherlands on the FCDO Website.

What the price includes

• Economy class return airfares from London Heathrow to Kilimanjaro International Airport (unless Land Only).
• UK airport taxes.
• National Park fees and Peak Permits.
• 2 group road transfers between Airport and hotel, connecting with flights (excluded if joining land-only).
• 2 nights' hotel accommodation in Moshi, on a twin-sharing basis.
• 2 x breakfasts at the hotel in Moshi.
• 1 x evening meal at the hotel in Moshi.
• All road transport by private vehicles as described in the itinerary.
• Accommodation in mountain huts during the trek.
• All meals during the trek.
• Porterage of 12Kg of personal gear per person on the mountain.
• All costs for Tanzanian guides and local helpers.
• Jagged Globe kitbag or fleece.

What the price does not include

• Visa fees.
• Lunch on Day 2.
• Lunch and evenings meals on Day 6.
• Bar bills and laundry.
• Travel insurance.
• Optional trips (e.g. a Safari Extension) and sightseeing tours.
• Tips.

*We return from the mountain and have a late lunch in the hotel in Moshi, which is not included in the cost. It is usual for the team to host the lunch and to invite the mountain staff (but not the porters, who we say goodbye to at the park gates) to say thank you for their help on the climb. For those flying home the same day, we have to find time to pack and to shower, for which some rooms are made available.

For everyone, on the day we fly home, we leave the hotel before dinner (no later than 6 p.m.) for the journey to the airport. We recommend you have a big lunch, and that you buy food again in the airport before boarding, as dinner is not served on the flight until departure from Dar es Salaam much later that evening.

Tailor-made option

We can organise this trek on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. Depending on your trekking experience, you may want a Jagged Globe leader or go ‘self-led’ with the assistance of local guides. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable, particularly if you take the self-led option. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Insurance

You will need a travel insurance policy that caters for the activities you will undertake on your trip with Jagged Globe. It is a requirement of our booking conditions that you have such a policy. For a list of insurers who specialise in mountaineering, trekking and skiing, please see our Travel Insurance page »

Itinerary

Here is an outline itinerary for this trip. A more detailed day-to-day itinerary is available as a downloadable PDF »

Outline Itinerary

Day 1 - 2:	Fly London to Kilimanjaro International Airport Flights depart the UK in the evening. You arrive in Tanzania the following morning and then take a 50-minute transfer to the hotel in Moshi. Overnight hotel.
Day 3:	Enter Arusha National Park and begin ascent of Mount Meru Our walk begins after a 2 ½ hour drive to the park gate. It takes around 3 hours to reach Mirikamba Hut (2,520m). You can expect to see plenty of wildlife.
Day 4:	Climb to Saddle Hut (3,566m) on Mt Meru The vegetation starts to change as height is gained and you emerge from the forest to arrive at Saddle Hut after 4 ½ hours. After lunch you make a short ascent of Little Meru (3,820m) for extra acclimatisation.
Day 5:	Climb to the summit of Mt Meru (4,556m) The climb begins at around 02:30 under a blanket of stars to reach Rhino Point after one hour. For those who are confident scrambling, you can continue and make a steady scramble over sloping slabs. It takes 6 - 8 hours to reach the summit of Mount Meru. You descend to Mirikamba Hut to relax after the long climb.
Day 6:	Descend Meru and return to Moshi You will descend to the park gate via a waterfall and you can take your time to see as much wildlife on the way as possible. The team drives back to hotel for a late celebratory lunch. Overnight hotel.
Day 7:	Fly home Very early morning flight from Kilimanjaro Airport.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is Adventure Travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it. Weather conditions, road conditions, vehicle breakdowns and the health of participants can all contribute to changes. The Trek Leader and our local agent will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but an easy going nature will be an asset!

Optional Safari Extension

We can arrange for you to go on a safari after the climb and delay the return flight to London accordingly. This extension visits the major parks of the area; namely Ngorongoro and Tarangire.

Day 7 Leave Keys Hotel at 08:30 hrs. Drive to Lake Manyara with picnic lunch and game drive. Drive to Kitela Lodge. Dinner and overnight at lodge.

Day 8 Full day tour of the Ngorongoro crater. Drive to Tarangire. Dinner and overnight at Roika Tented Lodge.

Day 9 Early morning game drive then back to the lodge for breakfast. Half day game drive in Tarangire then drive back to the Keys Hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 10 Fly home.

Please note: The hotels, as named, cannot be guaranteed, as this will depend upon availability. If these hotels are not available then we will endeavour to book hotels of at least the same standard, wherever possible.

Prices based on twin-sharing, two people taking part.

Price £1560 per person

Optional Zanzibar Extension

Zanzibar Island is a superb destination to wind down after the rigours of climbing Kilimanjaro. This tropical Indian Ocean island has a fascinating combination of Arabic and African cultures. If you are still feeling energetic, you could do some snorkelling or diving! The following represents the standard itinerary that we currently recommend.

Day 6 Complete trek itinerary. Overnight hotel.

Day 7 Fly from Kilimanjaro International to Dar Es Saleem and onwards to Zanzibar. Overnight Tembo House Hotel in Stone Town.

Day 8 Stone Town. Overnight Tembo House Hotel.

Day 9 Travel to Nungwi on the northern pinnacle of Zanzibar Island. The hotel commands wide views over sparkling turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Overnight Hotel.

Day 10-12 Relax on the fabulous beaches or take a diving lesson. You have three whole days in paradise! Overnight Hotel.

Day 13 Transfer to Airport. Depart Zanzibar to Dar Es Saleem to connect with homeward international flight to UK via Amsterdam.

Day 14 Arrive UK, mid morning.

Please note: The hotels, as named, cannot be guaranteed, as this will depend upon availability. If these hotels are not available then we will endeavor to book hotels of at least the same standard, wherever possible.

Estimated prices are based on a minimum of 2 people.

Price £1355 per person

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