Climb Mount Meru Mt. Meru is located in the heart of Arusha National Park and it is 50 miles west of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Mt. Meru is a massive volcano reaching 14,980 feet (4,565 meters). This trek serves as an ideal warm up for Mt. Kilimanjaro due to its altitude acclimatization and hiking distances. This trek is also geared towards hikers that prefer less crowds and a challenging ascent. Because Mt. Meru is located in Arusha National Park, hikers must climb with an armed ranger due to the wide range of wildlife living on the mountain. On the lower slopes of the mountain, hikers are more likely to see elephants, giraffes, and buffalo! As hikers continue their ascents, the trail follows the north rim of the volcano’s crater along a dramatic ridge line. Throughout the climb, hikers sleep in designated huts along the trail. Hikers reach the summit as the sun is rising and they will have spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and of the Mt. Meru Crater. Where is Arusha National Park/Mt Meru and How big is it? Size: 552 sq km 212 sq miles). Location: Northern Tanzania, northeast of Arusha town.. How to get to Mt Meru in Arusha National Park An easy 40-minute drive from Arusha. Approximately 60 km (35 miles) from Kilimanjaro International Airport. The lakes, forest and Ngurdoto Crater can all be visited in the course of a half-day outing at the beginning or end of an extended northern safari. NOTE: Mountain Climbing Perm Which Route Should I Use to Climb Meru? Unlike Kilimanjaro, there is only one official route to the summit of Meru – the ‘Momella route’. Although there is a 3 day (8.7 mile) option, we discuss the longer, more popular 4 day (11.8 mile) climb. Generally we recommend climbing between June and February with December to February being the best months for clear views of Kilimanjaro. route-meru How Much Does it Cost to Climb Meru? Mount Meru Climb pricing. 4 Days: 3 Nights on the Mount Meru price per person 1,140$ dollars per trip. 1 Person = USD 1,140 per person 2 – 6 People = USD 930 per person 7-20People = USD 890 per person The extra day on mt. Meru is US$ 200 per person per day. 3 Days: 2 Nights on the Mount Meru Price per person 925$ dollars per trip. 1 Person = USD 925 per person 2 – 6 People = USD 760 per person 7-20People = USD 730 per person The extra day on mt. Meru is US$ 200 per person per day. INCLUDED: This means that your services on the mountain are above normal services see details below. 1: Pick – up on the arrival destination Kilimanjaro Airport to the hotel in Moshi/Arusha check in for full board accommodation before climbing and after your climb. 2: Accommodation in wooden cabins on the mountain 3: Mineral drinking water for the whole trip on the mountain. 4:Transportation to & from the mountain gate 5:Armed Ranger Fee. 6: Hot lunch or warmed lunch + Cup of tea or Coffee daily on the hiking days below 4800 Mt. 7: Emergency oxygen cylinder. 8: Oximetry check up every day on your climb. 9: All government taxes covered on the mountain. 10: Salaries for support crew cook and guides. 11: Three Meals a day during the climb. EXCLUDED: Tipping for support crew, cook and guides. Travelling personal insurance. Air fare for international and local destination if any. Climbing gears as mentioned on our list on the website. Don’t stress yourselves too much allow us to make it easy going for you we are here to save you all time you want us in your hand we will be there for you. Thank you in Advice for choosing us for your lifetime vocation in Tanzania.