Mount Meru Route, Gold Level Premium Climb (On Request)

What's Included

TOUR GUIDE:

• Operated with English- and German-speaking professional mountain crew 
• All guides have "Wilderness First Responder" and "Wilderness First Aid" certificates, along with over 7 years of experience in climbing

*There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour. Airport transfers will be operated with English-speaking drivers

ACCOMMODATION

• 2 night’s hotel accommodation
• 2 night’s alpine hut accommodation (shared for solo travellers)

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 4 Arusha National Park

Superior Hotel Category = Hatari Lodge or similar 4*

Day 2 Miriakamba Hut

Superior Hotel Category = Superior Alpine Huts or similar 

Day 3 Saddle Hut

 Superior Hotel Category = Superior Alpine Huts or similar  

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Post-night Arusha National Park

Superior Hotel Category = Hatari Lodge or similar 4*

MEALS:

• 3 square meals daily on the mountain
• The menu includes different soups, garnishes, several types of fish and meat, fresh fruit and vegetables; juices, hot chocolate, tea, coffee and water 
• Breakfasts and dinners at the hotel before and after the ascent 

TRANSPORT:

• Arrival and departure private transfer in an air-conditioning vehicle from/to Kilimanjaro International Airport
• Private transfer to the trailhead
• Transfer to the hotel

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:

• All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Trekking from Momella Gate to Miriakimba Hut (Day 2); Trekking from Miriakimba Hut to Saddle Hut (Day 3); Trekking from Saddle Hut to Socialist Peak and Descent to Momella Gate (Day 4)

OTHER:

• Meet & Greet at Kilimanjaro International Airport 
• Each participant will be provided with a porter (who can carry up to 15 kg of personal baggage)
• Arusha National Park permits
• Arusha National Park rescue fees
• Camping/hut fees
• Modern The North Face VE-25 tents
• Oxygen systems and pulse oximeters
• First aid kit
• Warm and comfortable sleeping pads (2 inches thick)
• The North Face sleeping bags (comfort -18°C / extreme -34°C) 
• Group equipment (dining tent, table, chairs, crockery and cutlery)
• Expanded ration, which means a wider choice of products in the mountains
• Iridium 9575 Extreme satellite phone. Uninterrupted contact with our support team
• Mountaineering insurance up to 6,000 meters by World Nomads
• Flight insurance by AMREF Flying Doctors
• Meeting the group at the National Park 
• International certificates for a successful ascent 

What's Not Included

• Accommodation on the mountain is based on sharing Alpine Huts. Single accommodation is not possible on the Mountain for this programme
• Visa fees
• Domestic flights 
• International flights 
• Lunch at the hotel (before and after the ascent)
• Tips for the mountain crew 
• Personal gear rentals 
• Portable toilet and shower (not permitted on Mount Meru)
• Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Requirements

Passengers arriving in Tanzania may be asked to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate. Travellers’ cheques are generally not accepted in East Africa. US banknotes cannot be older than 2004 and must have the latest security markings (large portrait of the president).

KIT LIST:

• Small backpack (20–40 litres) for your daily necessities
• Large duffel bag for your belongings, which will be carried by a porter (80–120 litres)
• Sleeping bag (designed for up to -15°C)
• Rain poncho, a waterproof covering for your backpack
• Hiking boots with a water-repellent layer and good protector
• Gym shoes for the first days of the climb and to change at the camp
• Hiking pants for the first days of the climb (2 pairs)
• Waterproof pants
• Warm ski pants (designed for -15°C)
• T-shirts, long sleeve shirts (4–5 pieces)
• Soft-shell or fleece jacket
• Windproof jacket
• Insulated jacket for -15°C is an absolute necessity for the final ascent to the summit
• Thermal underwear for active sports (preferably 2 pairs)
• Light trekking gloves
• Mittens/gloves designed for -15°C for the final ascent to the summit
• Hiking socks (4–5 pairs)
• Gaiters for protection against dust/snow 
• Cap/Panama hat/hat to protect your face and neck against the equatorial sun
• Fleece hat 
• Balaclava for wind protection during the final summit ascent
• Good quality alpine sunglasses or googles 
• Headlamp + extra batteries
• Trekking poles 
• Water flasks (2 litres in total); the flask may be substituted by a water bladder installed in your backpack
• SPF 40-50+ sunblock
• Lip balm
• Towel, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush
• Personal medication in case of a chronic disease
• Snacks and energy bars, chocolate and nuts

Please Note

• Accommodation on the mountain is based on sharing Alpine Huts. Single accommodation is not possible on the Mountain for this programme
• Portable toilet/shower are not permitted on Mount Meru
• On Day 1, the check-in starts from 02:00 pm
• On the last day, the check-out is at 11:00 am. In case you need a late check-out because of an evening flight, there is the option to extend your hotel stay for an extra fee (available as an optional extra)
• There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour
• Please note that if you select the Extra Acclimatization Night, the services will be moved one day ahead
• On your first day at this altitude, it is strongly recommended you heed the following instructions from this point on (1) Abstain from consuming alcohol and caffeine (2) Drink over 4 litres of bottled water daily (little by little, frequently) (3) Take a Diamox pill to help alleviate symptoms of altitude sickness. Most mountain climbers take Diamox in the morning, before they start their ascent, in order to reduce discomfort associated with altitude sickness. We recommend you consult your doctor prior to the trip in case of potential allergies. At night you may experience discomfort associated with acclimatization to the high altitude: because of a reduction in your waking breathing pattern, your body gets less oxygen than during the day. Taking altitude into account, you may therefore start feeling sick and have a headache. Pay attention to your own body and tell your guide if you start feeling any symptoms of altitude sickness
• We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
• Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
• In many hotels in Tanzania, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
• No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 4 Arusha National Park

• Superior Hotel Category = Hatari Lodge or similar 4*

Day 2 Miriakamba Hut

• Superior Hotel Category = Superior Alpine Huts or similar 

Day 3 Saddle Hut

•  Superior Hotel Category = Superior Alpine Huts or similar  

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Post-night Arusha National Park

• Superior Hotel Category = Hatari Lodge or similar 4*