Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru in Tanzania offers an exhilarating adventure through some of the most stunning landscapes on the planet.
Towering high above the plains below, Mount Kilimanjaro stands as Africa’s highest mountain, a snow-capped beacon that has long captured the imagination of adventurers. Its iconic summit, Uhuru Peak, offers a breathtaking panorama that stretches across the continent.
Not far from Kilimanjaro lies Mount Meru, a stunning and often overlooked gem. Known for its dramatic profile and lush slopes, Meru provides a thrilling challenge and a quieter, more intimate trekking experience. The ascent of Meru offers spectacular views of Kilimanjaro and the Serengeti.
These two peaks offer a unique and contrasting experience. Whether you seek the high-altitude challenge of Kilimanjaro or the scenic splendour of Meru, Destination Africa’s Double Peak Challenge offers the perfect blend of natural wonders and exhilarating climbs.
Double Peak Challenge
Highlights of the 13-day/12-night Double Peak Challenge with Destination Africa include:
- Game drive through Arusha National Park
- Picnic at Maio Falls
- Stunning views from the Elephant Back viewpoint (Meru)
- Spotting animals like buffaloes, giraffes and various primates like colobus monkeys while trekking to the two highest points in Africa
- Watching the sunrise over Kilimanjaro (from Meru)
- Hike through natural rainforests on the way to the top of Kilimanjaro
- Walk through the Barranco Valley, home to the enormous Senecio and Lobelia plants
Best of all? Its location in Tanzania is just a short flight from over the border in Kenya, and the perfect ending to a trip that started in leisure – being a witness to the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara. The timing couldn’t be more perfect!
