7-Day Mount Meru Summit & Sacred Ol Donyo Lengai Trek
A dual-peak adventure combining high-altitude trekking, volcanic landscapes, and immersive cultural encounters.
Embark on a 7-day trekking expedition that combines the dramatic heights of Mount Meru (4,566m) with the sacred and challenging ascent of Ol Donyo Lengai. This adventure blends lush forest trails, volcanic deserts, wildlife encounters, flamingo-filled lakes, and cultural experiences perfect for adventurers seeking both mountain challenge and raw natural beauty.
Tour Highlights
- Summit Two Iconic Peaks: Mount Meru (4,566m) & Ol Donyo Lengai.
- Wildlife Encounters: Trek through forests with giraffes, buffalo, and diverse birdlife.
- Lake Natron Experience: Flamingos, waterfalls, and volcanic desert landscapes.
- Cultural Interactions: Optional Maasai visits and community experiences.
- Epic Sunrise Climb: Midnight ascent of Ol Donyo Lengai with breathtaking Rift Valley views.
- Â Perfect Trek Combination: Alpine forest, craters, volcanic slopes, and cultural wilderness.
Included/Excluded
- All airport pick-up and drop-off transfers
- All accommodation during the tour (lodges, huts, camps)
- All meals during trekking and at Lake Natron
- Professional safari guide
- Armed ranger on Mount Meru
- Park fees, hut fees & volcano trekking fees
- Lake Natron activities (waterfall visit, lake walk, Maasai area entry)
- All transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
- Clean drinking water throughout the trip
- International flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal trekking gear (boots, jackets, poles, etc.)
- Tips for guides, rangers, and camp staff
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, snacks)
Tour Plan
Upon arrival at Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport, your driver will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an optional city tour featuring the Maasai Market, Cultural Heritage Centre, and local markets. Guests interested in meaningful interactions may participate in community visits such as local schools, an orphanage, or a tree-planting activity. Overnight in Arusha.
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing day in Arusha as you prepare for the Mount Meru climb. Meet your trekking guide for a full briefing, gear check, and safety preparation. The rest of the day is free for rest, last-minute shopping, or optional cultural activities. Overnight in Arusha.
Depart Arusha after breakfast and drive to Momella Gate in Arusha National Park. After registration, begin your ascent accompanied by an armed ranger for safety and wildlife interpretation. Trek through lush montane forest where buffalo, giraffes, bushbuck, baboons, and birdlife roam freely. Enjoy scenic viewpoints overlooking Momella Lakes before arriving at Miriakamba Hut after approximately 5–6 hours of hiking. Dinner and overnight at the hut.
After breakfast, continue the ascent along a steep and scenic trail leading to Saddle Hut. As altitude increases, vegetation changes and sweeping views of the Meru Crater and its towering walls become more dramatic. After arriving at Saddle Hut and enjoying lunch, take an acclimatization hike to the summit of Little Meru (3,820m) for panoramic sunset views. Return to Saddle Hut for dinner and overnight.
Descend early from Saddle Hut to Momella Gate, where your driver will pick you up and return you to Arusha. Enjoy a well-deserved full day of rest at your hotel. This recovery period prepares your body for the upcoming Ol Donyo Lengai ascent. Overnight in Arusha.
After breakfast, depart Arusha and travel through Maasai territory toward the remote landscapes of Lake Natron. Visit the Ngare Sero Waterfall for a refreshing hike through volcanic gorges and lush springs. Explore the shores of Lake Natron, home to thousands of flamingos and surreal mineral-rich scenery. In the evening, rest early in preparation for your midnight ascent of Ol Donyo Lengai.
Begin your climb around midnight, trekking under the stars up the steep slopes of the world’s only active carbonatite volcano. Reach the summit at sunrise for breathtaking views of the Rift Valley, Lake Natron, and surrounding volcanic peaks. After exploring the crater, descend carefully and return to camp for breakfast and relaxation. Later, drive back to Arusha for departure or overnight, marking the end of your epic dual-mountain adventure.
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