Mount Meru Climb + 3 night Safari

Arusha is a vibrant city in northern Tanzania, often referred to as the gateway to some of Africa's most renowned natural wonders. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, it offers a stunning backdrop of lush greenery and distant mountain peaks. 

The city is a starting point for safaris to world-famous destinations like Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park. Arusha itself is rich in culture, with bustling markets, craft shops, and local eateries where you can experience Tanzanian cuisine and hospitality. Visitors often explore nearby attractions, including coffee plantations and the Maasai cultural villages, for an authentic glimpse into the region's traditions. With its blend of urban energy and natural beauty, Arusha provides tourists an ideal mix of adventure and cultural immersion.

Mount Meru is located in the centre of Arusha National Park. It stands at 14,977 feet tall, which makes it the second-highest peak in Tanzania. And fifth highest in Africa.

Meru is a dormant volcano. You will see views of the Ash cone as you ascend to the summit. Unlike Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru lacks the crowds. This makes for a peaceful, yet tough climb. In addition to the solitude, you also enjoy sleeping in huts. Since Meru is located inside Arusha National park you may glimpse a variety of wildlife, including giraffe, zebra, colobus monkeys, leopards and hyenas, in the park’s small but bustling 53 square miles of natural habitats.

Arusha is a vibrant city in northern Tanzania, often referred to as the gateway to some of Africa's most renowned natural wonders. Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, it offers a stunning backdrop of lush greenery and distant mountain peaks. 

The city is a starting point for safaris to world-famous destinations like Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park. Arusha itself is rich in culture, with bustling markets, craft shops, and local eateries where you can experience Tanzanian cuisine and hospitality. Visitors often explore nearby attractions, including coffee plantations and the Maasai cultural villages, for an authentic glimpse into the region's traditions. With its blend of urban energy and natural beauty, Arusha provides tourists an ideal mix of adventure and cultural immersion.

The Serengeti, located in northern Tanzania, is a world-renowned wilderness and a crown jewel of Africa’s safari destinations. Its name, derived from the Maasai word "Siringet," meaning "endless plains," perfectly describes the expansive grasslands that stretch as far as the eye can see. This vast ecosystem, covering approximately 30,000 square kilometres, is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife, including the famous Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinoceroses—as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and countless other species.

One of the Serengeti’s most extraordinary features is the Great Migration, a natural phenomenon where over two million wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles traverse its plains in a continuous cycle of movement, driven by the search for fresh grazing and water. This epic journey includes dramatic river crossings, particularly along the Grumeti and Mara rivers, where predators like crocodiles lie in wait, and it is a highlight for many visitors.

The best time to visit the Serengeti depends on what you wish to experience. From December to March, the southern plains come alive during the calving season, when thousands of baby wildebeests and zebras are born. This attracts predators like lions and cheetahs, making it an excellent time for wildlife viewing and witnessing the circle of life. From June to October, the dry season offers prime conditions for game viewing as animals gather around water sources, and it’s also when the Great Migration reaches the northern Serengeti. This period is famous for the dramatic river crossings, particularly from July to September, which are among the most thrilling wildlife spectacles in the world. November and early December mark the short rainy season, when the migration begins its journey back south, and the landscape transforms into a lush, green haven.