5 Day Mt. Meru Trekking
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Mt. Meru which is Tanzania's second highest mountain standing tall at 4,566m. It is located in Arusha National Park and offers some of the most spectacular scenery and wildlife diversity of any mountain in Tanzania. Climbers are accompanied by an armed ranger due to the abundance of wildlife on the lower slopes. Mt. Meru also has some historical significance to it whereby some have suggested that it was the resting place of Noah's Ark when it came to rest after the biblical flood receded. Mt. Meru is a great trekking option for those who want to take on a climbing challenge and get the sense of being out in the wild, but are not quite ready to tackle Mt. Kilimanjaro.
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Gears You Need to Bring
You are responsible for bringing personal gear and equipment. Below is a gear list you need to bring on your climb.
Item Quantity(ies)
* Head light/ torch1 pc,
* Balaclava1 pc
* Sunglass1 pc
* Warm Hat1 pc
* Sun Hat1 Pc
* Base Layer2 pcs
* Top Fleece2 pcs
* Warm Hat1 pc
* Warm Jackect1 pc
* Poncho1 pc
* Long Underwear2 pcs
* Ski Pant1 pc
* Rain Pant1 pc
* Trekking Pant1 pc
* Thin Socks2 pcs
* Thick Socks3 pcs
* Mountain Boots1 pc
* Tennis Shoe1 pc
* Gators1 pair
* Warm Gloves1 pair
* Ski Gloves2 pairs
* Duffel Bag / Rucksack1 pc
* Day Pack1 pc
* Scarf1 pc
* Walking Poles1 pair
###### Mount Meru Expedition - Essential points
The key features of Mt Meru expedition:
**You do not need special alpine skills or experience to take part.** Together with Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru is a “hiking”, not climbing “mountain”. Neither ropes, nor ice axes or helmets are necessary - the trekkers reach the Socialist Peak (4,562 m/14,967 f) on foot, and for the majority of them, Mt Meru is the first mountaineering experience.
**Ordinary fitness level is ok.** Meru hiking does not require anything special - as long as you can comfortably walk up to 10 km/6 miles per day, you can do it. Trekking level there is moderate.
**Acclimatization to altitude is important!** Do not take it lightly - the altitude of Mt Meru is serious enough to be the cause of altitude sickness. Follow these fundamental rules acclimatization:
* Hike slowly (recommended pace is two times slower than your ordinary one)
* Drink much water (3-4 liters per day)
* Listen to your guide
* Do not drink alcohol or too much coffee
The combination of these simple principles will make your Meru climb enjoyable, safe and successful.
**The crew will take care of everything.** Under the TANAPA (Tanzania National Parks Authority), a qualified guide should accompany the hikers. The team of porters and cooks are responsible for carrying your luggage, camp organization, food preparation, etc.