5-Day Trekking and Cultural Adventure in Usambara Mountains
Highlights
Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Tanga
nature, trekking, Eco Tourism
Private Tour
5 Days
Hard
English, French, German, Swahili
Languages
English, French, German, Swahili
Description
Embark on a 5-day adventure through the scenic Usambara Mountains, with trekking through lush rainforests, cultural exploration in traditional villages, and hands-on experiences like pottery workshops. Enjoy breathtaking views, spot wildlife, and immerse yourself in local traditions on this unforgettable journey.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival and Transfer
- Arrival at the airport in Dar es Salaam or Arusha
Transfer to the chosen accommodation facility
Check-in and briefing of the full program by the guide
Relax and unwind at the accommodation
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Day 2: Adventure Trekking with Two-Horned Chameleon
- After breakfast, pick-up from the hotel and begin the trek.
Walk through the Kwembago loyal villages uphill to the Magamba rain forest.
Spot black and white colobus monkeys, velvet and blue monkeys, and other wildlife.
Trek to an old German trench with a historical background.
Continue trekking to Kiguluhakwewa peak for panoramic views of Lushoto town and surrounding villages.
Picnic lunch at the peak or in Magamba village.
Overnight at Bush Baby homestay and campsite in Lukozi.
Approximate trekking distance: 21 km (8-10 hrs)
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Day 3: Cultural Exploration
- After breakfast, begin trekking through the villages of Mgwashi.
Walk through farming areas and have lunch at Rangwi sister’s convent.
Visit traditional villages and learn about the local ways of life.
Discover traditional irrigation practices by the Shambaa people.
Explore medicinal and spiritual herbs along the route.
Spend the night in a basic but neat accommodation.
Approximate trekking distance: 14 km (4-5 hrs)
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Day 4: Pottery Workshop
- After breakfast, begin trekking to the pottery village for a workshop experience.
Trek along the escapement of the mountains to Mtae, with breathtaking views of Tsavo West, Kenya, and Mount Kilimanjaro.
Participate in the pottery workshop and learn to make pots using clay soil.
Continue trekking through the Usambara Mountains, enjoying scenic views of the plain.
Lunch at Magamba View Cottages Lodge.
Approximate trekking distance: 13 km (6-7 hrs)
Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Day 5: Departure
- Early morning drive to Lushoto (63 km).
Continue the journey to Dar es Salaam, Tanga, or opt for more adventurous safaris in Moshi or Arusha.
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What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 7 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 7 | /person |
This is a private tour |