Discover Mount Meru with Africa Tour Radar your local tour operator. Mount Meru is a dormant volcano located inside Arusha National Park and is a great choice for travellers looking for a mountain hike. The trail passes through forest and open areas before reaching higher, rocky sections of the mountain. Along the way enjoy views of the surrounding park and the large volcanic crater that makes Mount Meru different from many other mountains in Tanzania.
The one-day private trip from Moshi is a good option for travellers who want to spend a day on hiking Mount Meru without taking several days to reach the summit. The hike takes you from the lower savannah into the forested slopes of the mountain with chances to see wildlife along the way. As you climb higher the environment changes and you get clear views of the Momella Lakes and the ash cone inside the volcanic crater. It is a good way to experience Mount Meru and its surroundings within a single day.
For the 2026–2027 season the one-day private trip helps travellers from Moshi to explore Mount Meru and the wildlife around its slopes. The hike is a good physical challenge and also a useful way for climbers to prepare for a Kilimanjaro trek. As you walk through the lower parts of the mountain encounter different animals and birds’ species before entering the forest areas. At the top the surroundings become more rugged with rocky ridges and views across the mountain and the park. It is a simple way to enjoy the surrounding and nature of Mount Meru within one day.