Mount Meru, Tanzania's second-highest peak at 4,565 meters, offers an exceptional trekking experience through Arusha National Park’s lush forests, heathlands, and alpine deserts. From the summit, climbers are rewarded with breathtaking views of the crater rim and distant views of Kilimanjaro from the summit, and a lot of wildlife on the lower slopes. It is a beautiful truly unforgettable adventure in Tanzania’s wild landscapes.
Mount Meru is a dormant stratovolcano located in Arusha National Park, 70 kilometres west of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It is 4,566 meters (14,980 feet) tall and is the fifth-highest mountain in Africa. The climb to the summit takes four days, but it can be done in three days. Mount Meru is a great climb with no traffic and amazing wildlife viewing.
The ascent begins in lush montane forests, where climbers can encounter wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, Buffalos, Zebra, Antelope, Monkey and various bird species. As you climb higher, the landscape transitions through heath and moorland zones, featuring giant lobelias and other endemic flora. Near the summit, the rugged alpine desert zone presents steep slopes and rocky terrain, leading to breathtaking views of the crater rim and Ash Cone.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our Mount Meru climbs, reaching 4,566 meters. As Tanzania’s second-highest peak, it offers a thrilling ascent through diverse landscapes, from lush forests to alpine meadows, with stunning views of Arusha National Park.
