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Summary Itineraries
Welcome to the green and fertile Usambara Mountains, where
you can experience all facets of African rural life and
enjoy the marvelous views over the area.
Price: USD $820 /person,
About Usambara Moutains
Usambara Mountains are situated in the North Eastern part of
Tanzania between Mount Kilimanjaro and the Indian Ocean. The
mountains rise up steeply from the surrounding plains and
can only be entered via a few roads. The only tortuous
tarmac road in the area winds along a small river to Soni
and Lushoto the largest towns in the area. Because of its
pleasant climate the mountains were favored by the Germans
and the English during colonial times as this is evidenced
by the numerous historic buildings from the past. From a
distance the mountains are a colorful mosaic. On the fertile
slopes around Soni and Lushoto, farmers cultivate small
plots but further away from the large town. Areas are still
covered by the dense tropical forests.
The viewpoints on the Southern and Western side of the
Usambara Mountains are well known for the spectacular views
of the Mkomazi and Handeni plains, Kilimanjaro can be seen
on the horizon, and at the end of the day the sunset turns
the area into tremendous palled of unforgettable colours.
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Detailed Itineraries
ARRIVAL DAY
Arrive at Dar es Salaam Airport (Tanzania) and spend the
night at a hotel in Dar es Salaam and transfer to Lushoto on
the following day. If you will arrive early you can be
transferred on the same day to Lushoto area for overnight at
Kakakuona Hostel. Lushoto is the starting point for this
tour.
DAY ONE: 6 – 7 HOURS
The tour starts by driving from Lushoto to Magamba village
where you start walking through Magamba rain forest the home
of black and white colubus monkeys, flowers, and birds.
Continue with more up and down hill walk to the village of
Lukozi for Overnight. Picnic lunch will be served along the
way.
Dinner: At Watoto wa Nyumbani guest House /Camping
Lodging: Watoto Wanyumbani /Camping
DAY TWO: 4 – 5 HOURS
Walk from Lukozi through traditional villages, good, views,
farming area to Rangwi Convent.
Breakfast: At watoto wa nyumbani /campsite
Lunch: Lunch box
Dinner: At the Convent provides by the Nancy
Lodging: At the Convent
DAY THREE: 4 – 5 HOURS
Just after breakfast which will be provided by the Nancy you
walk from Rangwi through beautiful villages where you will
learn about the traditional life especially Shambaa life,
forest to Mtae a World View Point with spectacular views
overlooking Maasai plain, Tsavo National Park in Kenya,
Mkomazi Game reserve and on clear day you can see
Kilimanjaro on the horizon, also the same day you can see
amazing sunset and overnight.
Lunch: Lunch box
Dinner: At Mtae
Lodging: At Mtae
DAY FOUR: 7 – 8 HOURS
A longest day on this trip, right after breakfast drive from
Mtae to the Village of Goka for at least half an hour to get
to the point where you start walking through the forest,
traditional villages where you get chance of visiting
pottery women Kibomboi village and learn how to make ports
with free hands in a few minutes, then continue to Mlalo for
overnight
Breakfast: At Mwivano restaurant
Lunch: Lunch box organized by the guide
Dinner: At Mlalo
Lodging: At Mlalo
DAY FIVE: 5 – 6 HOURS
After breakfast drive to Mkuzu village about two hours, then
walk to Mkuzu waterfall which found inside the forest, after
enjoying the waterfall drive to Mullers Lodge for lunch,
then drive back to Lushoto for overnight.
Breakfast: At Sambamba reataurant /campsite
Lunch: At Mullers Lodge
Dinner: At Mullers Lodge
Lodging: Mullers Lodge
DAY SIX: 5 – 6 HOURS
Walk to Irente view Point, a famous view in Usambara with
amazing view overlooking Mazinde village almost 1,000 metres
below the vast Maasai plains beyond. On the way back visit
Irente Farm where you sit for lunch which includes home made
cheese, jam, juice, butter, brown bread, and seasonal
fruits, then walk back to Lushoto for overnight
Breakfast: At Tumaini restaurant
Lunch: At Irente Farm
Dinner: At Montessori - ST.EUGEN
Lodging: At Montessori - ST.EUGEN
DAY SEVEN: DEPARTURE
Leave Lushoto to wherever, Arusha, Tanga or Dar es Salaam.
This tour can be extended to wildlife visit in the famous
parks of Tanzania like the Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti
National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Tarangire
National Park, Selous Game Reserve, Mikumi National Park and
Ruaha National Park. Or you can continue with Kilimanjaro
Climb or you may continue to Zanzibar Island for relaxation
in the lodges situated on the white sandy beaches of the
Indian Ocean.
End of Services
PRICE:
US$820 per person (Minimum 2pax) – using public transport to
and from Dar/Arusha to Lushoto
* Discounts available for groups of four and above
Price Includes
- Accommodation based on three meals a day
- Service of English speaking driver guide
- Conservation fees and village fees
- Transport and transfers from Dar es Salaam to Lushoto and
return
- All accommodations in Lushoto
- Activities as per itinerary above
Price Excludes:
- International flights to/from Dar es Salaam Tanzania
- Tip(s) to the guide(s)
- Accommodation in Dar es Salaam if you arrive in the late
evening (we can arrange on request)
- Extras at the lodges i.e. drinks
- All items of personal nature/use
- And all not mentioned in the tour itinerary above
NOTE:
If your time is limited and you can not spend all these
seven days on safari and at the same time you are interested
to hike Usambara Mountains, just feel free to let us know so
that we can arrange an itinerary which fits your time limit.
One day walking tour from Lushoto:
Irente Viewpoint (5-6 hours)
From the famous Irente viewpoint you see the village of
Mazinde almost 1000 meters below the vast maasai plains
beyond. On the return trip to Lushoto you visit the Irente
Farm cheese factory and the royal village of Kwembago. Enjoy
a picnic of whole meal at Irente.
Price:
US$ 30 per person (Minimum 2pax)
Price Includes:
Pick up from the hotel in Lushoto for the tour and return to
the hotel, Service of English Speaking guide and the
activities mentioned above.
Price Does Not Include:
Accommodation in Lushoto before the tour and after the tour
(we can arrange for US$15 per person per night sharing, BB),
transport from Dar es Salaam/Arusha to Lushoto (we can
arrange on request).
Magamba Rainforest (5-6 hours)
This tour begins with an uphill walk from Lushoto to the
royal village of Kwembago, where you learn about the
cultural history of the traditional rulling clan, the
Kilindi. From Kwembago you have a beautiful view over
Lushoto and the Maasai plains. You proceed to the lush
Magamba rainforest, home to black and white Columbus
monkeys. The return to Lushoto passes via and old German
Middle School and the village of Magamba.
Price:
US$ 40 per person (Minimum 2pax)
Price Includes:
Pick up from the hotel in Lushoto for the tour and return to
the hotel, Service of English Speaking guide and the
activities mentioned above.
Price Does Not Include:
Accommodation in Lushoto before the tour and after the tour
(we can arrange for US$15 per person per night sharing, BB),
transport from Dar es Salaam/Arusha to Lushoto (we can
arrange on request).
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