Belizean Women Make History on Mount Meru Summit

Two adventurous Belizean women from Dangriga, Belize, have made history by completing the first leg of their climb up Mount Meru in Tanzania, reaching 4,566 meters (14,990 feet). Stacy Webber and Judie Zab proudly represented Belize by leaving their flag at the summit of Africa’s fifth-highest mountain.

Dream Catcher Tours posted on Facebook, “The dream of visiting Africa and climbing Mount Meru (16,000 ft) became a reality. The journey was challenging, but the views were breathtaking, and the feeling of accomplishment is indescribable.”

Webber also shared her excitement, saying, “Proud to say we are here experiencing a dream to a reality… so far being here 5 days no one knows Belize… seems we are gonna be the first 2 females from our little jewel to make this accomplishment.”

Mount Meru, visible upon arriving in Arusha, features two main peaks: Meru Summit and Ash Cone, shaped by past volcanic activity. The climb typically takes 3 to 4 days via the Momela Route and requires proper acclimatization. It is also a sacred site for the local Waarusha people, who make annual sacrifices to the mountain for rain.