Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Arusha

   • Arrive at the Kilimanjaro International Airport.
   • Pick up from the airport.
   • Transfer to Kizumba House or similar accommodation for an overnight stay.

   Overnight at Kizumba House, including bed and breakfast.

2. Day 2: Hiking to Miriakamba Hut

   • Drive from Arusha to Momella Gate.
   • Short registration at the Momella Gate before commencing the hike.
   • Begin the hike with a fully armed ranger escorting the group.
   • Encounter wild animals, such as buffalo, zebras, giraffes, monkeys, antelopes, and sometimes elephants.

   Reach Miriakamba Hut for dinner and an overnight stay.

   Altitude: 1,500 m – 2,541 m 

   Hiking time: 4-6 Hours 

   Distance: 10 Km 

   Habitat: Montane Forest

3. Day 3: Trekking to Saddle Hut

   • Depart from Miriakamba Hut towards the saddle below Little Meru.
   • Experience a short but steep climb on this leg of the journey.
   • Walk along the ridge, gradually ascending, offering spectacular views of the Meru Crater and the impressive Ash Cone.
   • Arrive at Saddle Hut for a hot lunch.
   • Optionally, embark on a short climb to the summit of Little Meru (3,820 m) to enjoy superb views just before sunset.

   Dinner and overnight stay at Saddle Hut.

   Altitude: 2,541 m – 3,570 m 

   Hiking time: 3-5 Hours 

   Distance: 8 Km 

   Habitat: Forest and Moorland

4. Day 4: Summiting Socialist Peak and Return to Arusha

   • Start early, around 1:30 am, for a steep climb to Rhino Point (3,800 m).
   • Proceed to Cobra Point (4,350 m).
   • Continue the ascent to reach the summit (4,566 m) in time for sunrise.
   • Possibility of witnessing Mt. Kilimanjaro's Peak above the clouds.
   • Navigate the final part of the climb along a spectacular narrow ridgeline between sheer inner cliffs and the crater's sloping outer wall.
   • Take a short rest and have brunch at Saddle Hut.
   • Begin the descent towards Momella Gate.
   • Arrive at Momella gate, where it's customary to tip your porters, guide, cook, and game ranger.
   • Transfer back to Kizumba House in Arusha for refreshments, dinner, and overnight stay.

   Altitude: 3,570 m - 3,600 m - 4,350 m - 4,566 m - 1,500 m 

   Hiking time: 12-14 Hours 

   Distance: 5 Km ascent and 13 Km descent 

   Habitat: Alpine Desert, Moorland and Montane Forest

5. Day 5: Departure from Moshi Airport

   • After having breakfast, enjoy your morning leisure time at the hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, proceed with the following:

   • If your flight departure is scheduled:

     • Later in the day, relax and enjoy your time at the hotel until it's time to depart.
     • Get transferred to the airport by your flight departure time.

   • If your flight departure is scheduled:

     • In the morning or early afternoon, prepare for departure.
     • Get transferred to the airport to catch your flight back home.