Wild lower slopes
Giraffe, buffalo and colobus may appear in the park below.
4,566 metres · Arusha National Park
Mount Meru, the wild mountain beside home.
Forest, wildlife and a dramatic crater-rim summit, close to Arusha and far quieter than Kilimanjaro.
Know the mountain
A complete mountain, not only a warm-up.
Meru is a striking climb in its own right. The lower trail passes wildlife habitat with an armed ranger, while the upper mountain rewards early risers with a narrow crater rim and wide views toward Kilimanjaro.
Highest point4,566 m
Recommended time4 days
Best fitFit active travellers
Route styleMountain huts
A real summit day
The final ridge is long, exposed and exceptionally rewarding.
Ideal pairing
Climb Meru before safari, or use it to acclimatise for Kilimanjaro.
Recommended route
Plan the climb
Prices vary by season, accommodation and group size. Your personalised proposal confirms the final rate and inclusions.
Your trip, your rhythm
Prepare well. Climb slowly.
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