Meru One Day Hike Itinerary

The Meru One Day Hike itinerary typically starts early in the morning with a climb up the slopes of Mount Meru, offering stunning views of the Arusha region, diverse birdlife, and lush Afromontane forests. Visitors embark on a tropical trail surrounded by banana trees and encounter local Meru people along the way. The hike includes stops to admire the flora and fauna, with sightings of butterflies, monkeys, antelopes, and various plant species. After a break for lunch, hikers continue towards the impressive Meru Falls, standing at a height of 22000 meters. The journey culminates with a descent back to the starting point after approximately 17 hours, guided by experienced tour operators from Focus East Africa Tours.

Time Activity
08:00hrs An after breakfast drive to Tengeru Cultural Center. Upon arrival you will enjoy a fresh cup of herbal tea while having a briefing from your guide about the day hike.
9:00hrs The hiking starts. You will follow the tropical trails under banana canopy while listening to some brilliant legendary stories about Meru from your guide. The majority of the hike is more like walking up a steep hill by passing farms and village houses.
12:00hrs The hike definately steers up your appetite this is why we'd stop at a comfortable spot for lunch.
13:00hrs After lunch the hiking continues for an hour and we'd reach the Meru falls. The altitude here is 22000meters The falls are gigantic and refreshing. You may take a dip. After all while not while you are an aventurous person!
16:00hrs After taking a few hours relaxing and enjoting scenery we'd start going back to the center.
17:00hrs We'd be back at the center where you will be transfered back to your residence or hotel in Arusha Town.