Choosing Mount Meru: Why Climbing Tanzania’s Second Highest Peak Rivals Kilimanjaro

August 29, 2024 00:57:31
Choosing Mount Meru: Why Climbing Tanzania’s Second Highest Peak Rivals Kilimanjaro
Inspiring African Travel
Choosing Mount Meru: Why Climbing Tanzania’s Second Highest Peak Rivals Kilimanjaro

Aug 29 2024 | 00:57:31

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Show Notes

Welcome back! This is episode 2 of our series, Untamed Routes. Today, we’re venturing into Tanzania to explore Mount Meru, the country’s second-highest peak, often overshadowed by its more famous neighbour, Kilimanjaro.  Untamed Routes is about seeking out destinations that aren’t necessarily on everyone’s radar. We’re drawn to places that might not be the highest, biggest, or most visited—but are rich in beauty, culture, and experience. Mount Meru is Tanzania’s second highest summit at 4,566 meters (14,980 feet) and the fifth-highest mountain in Africa, but it offers something truly special: a quieter, more intimate trekking experience, stunning landscapes, and a rewarding sense of accomplishment. James […]

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