Trekkers in front of the Tululusia Waterfall on the 2-day Mt. Meru trek

2-DAY MT. MERU TREK VIA TULULUSIA ROUTE

Duration: 1N/2D
Start point: Arusha NP entry gate
Activity: Trekking
Difficulty: Easy
Max elevation: 8,200 ft. | 2,500 m
Min. age: 10

2-day Mt. Meru Trek via Tululusia Route overview:

An interesting option to climb Mt. Meru and explore its surroundings without reaching the summit is a 2-day hike in the Arusha National Park. The African flora and fauna of the park will surely take over your senses as you hike through it with the fresh forest scent, chirps and calls of birds, and calming green sceneries. There are multiple natural trails that will offer you breath-taking views as well as close sights of wildlife.

2-day Mt. Meru Trek via Tululusia Route highlights:

Experience the thrill of the Meru trek in just 2 days
Spend a night in traditional huts at Miriakamba
Explore the Arusha National Park

Pick up point:

Lodging

Inclusions:

- Accommodation at Miriakamba Hut
- Lunch, dinner, breakfast, and snacks
- Park fees
- Transport from lodge to Arusha National Park entry gate and back
- Guide fee
- Support crew fee

Exclusions:

- International airfare
- Visas
- Personal spending money
- Extra day(s) on mountain
- Helicopter evacuation
- Personal gear
- Personal medical kit
- Travel insurance
- Emergency transport costs
- Tips to crew

Sketch itinerary:

- Day 1:Trek from Arusha National Park entry gate to Miriakamba Hut
- Day 2:Day 2: Trek from Miriakamba Hut to Arusha National Park entry gate; visit Tululusia Waterfall

What to expect:

- Trek through dense shrubbery
- Few slightly challenging stretches of steep terrain

What to carry:

- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Comfortable hiking clothes (avoid bright colours, i.e., white, red, etc.).
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen
- A day pack (can be shared between 2)
- Water bottle
- Passport
- Medication (if required to carry any)
- Insect repellent
- Poncho (rain jacket)

When to go:

The best time to enjoy Mt. Meru trek and its surrounding vistas is between Jan – Mar, Jul – Oct, or Dec.

Photos

Itinerary:

Day 1 of the 2-day Mt. Meru Trek via Tululusia Route: Ascend via Momella Route

Today, you’ll be picked up from your lodge and be driven to the Arusha National Park entry gate. After permit clearance, together with your guide and armed ranger, you will climb Mt. Meru and start your hike towards the Miriakamba Huts. This route will take you through a lush rainforest, up to the famed Fig Tree where you will stop for lunch at the picnic sight.

Hiking time: 4 – 6hrs

Accommodation: Miriakamba hut (2,500 meters)

Meals: Lunch, dinner, snacks

DESCEND THROUGH BUFFALO GLADEDay 2 of the 2-day Mt. Meru Trek via Tululusia Route: Descend through the Buffalo Glade; visit Tululusia Waterfall

With a cup of coffee or tea, you will be woken up to enjoy the sunrise behind Kilimanjaro at the viewpoint behind the dining hall. After breakfast, around 09:00am, you will start descending through the Buffalo Glade. Buffalo Glade serves as a feeding ground for buffalos, giraffes and warthogs. On your way down, you will also pass through the beautiful Tululusia Waterfalls – the sound of the water thrashing can be heard from over a mile away!

Hiking time: 3 – 4hrs

Meals: Breakfast

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