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4-Day Mount Meru Trek

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Tour overview

This Mount Meru itinerary combines forest trekking, crater scenery and a summit attempt on Socialist Peak. It is a rewarding mountain experience close to Arusha.

Day to day itineraries

Day 1 – Arrival in Arusha

Arrive in Arusha and settle into your luxury accommodation. This first day provides time to relax and prepare for the safari adventure ahead. Meals are at your own expense.

Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha

Day 2 – Fly to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, transfer for your air journey into Serengeti National Park. Upon arrival in the Serengeti, meet your safari team and begin your game-viewing experience. Enjoy the spectacular landscapes and wildlife of Central Serengeti before heading to your luxury tented camp for the evening.

Accommodation: Nyota Serengeti Camp – Central Serengeti

Day 3 – Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Spend a full day exploring Central Serengeti by safari vehicle. The day is dedicated to game drives and wildlife viewing across the plains, with opportunities to encounter the region’s abundant wildlife. Return to camp in the evening.

Accommodation: Nyota Serengeti Camp – Central Serengeti

Day 4 – Serengeti Game Drive & Transfer Toward Ngorongoro

Enjoy further wildlife viewing in Serengeti before continuing toward the Ngorongoro area. The day combines additional game viewing with the transition from the Serengeti ecosystem to the Ngorongoro highlands.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge – Ngorongoro Crater Rim

Day 5 – Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a memorable game-drive experience. Explore the crater floor, a unique wildlife ecosystem where a wide variety of animals can be observed. After the crater experience, return to the luxury lodge on the crater rim.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge – Ngorongoro Crater Rim

Day 6 – Ngorongoro to Kilimanjaro Airport / Arusha

After breakfast, complete the final stage of the safari with a transfer toward Kilimanjaro International Airport. Lunch is included. The tour ends with airport transfer; there is no accommodation included on the final day.

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Highlights

  • Mount Meru crater
  • Arusha National Park
  • Montane forest
  • Socialist Peak – 4,566m

Trip Details

  • Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
  • Tour Type: Guided Mountain Climb
  • Route: Mount Meru
  • Difficulty: Challenging